About the Leadership Stream

Certificate in Christian Ministry - Internship (Level 4)

The Leadership Stream is designed to help people realise their gifts, passions, and purpose. Students gain learning from a range of structured lectures and hands-on practical ministry experiences, working alongside leaders who are making a difference in ministry, this makes what they are learning in class relevant and memorable.

Students are taught how they can impact their world and are equipped for a life of influence, the skills that are learnt during the year are transferrable and help students pursue ministry, further study or employment .

“Our college exists to raise up the next wave of leaders. We see a whole new wave of innovative and dynamic leaders released into their world to make a difference for Christ. Leadership stream students are equipped with knowledge, heart and skills that will enable them to be deployed into their destiny.”

- Pastor Steve Graham

 

Testimonies

Thom Yates (London)

Siaan Penu, 2023

Before coming to Equippers College, I had no idea of what God’s plan for my life was. Giving God a year has allowed Him to do a work in me, in the right place, at the right time, and has showed me that He has so much more for my life than I could’ve imagined.

The opportunities I’ve been given through Equippers College have helped grow my understanding of the Bible and who God is, stretch and grow my capacity; character, and has helped develop the Leadership gift that God has placed on my life. From my experiences in College, I’ve seen my life completely change for the better. I consider this year a great privilege and have never once doubted my decision.

 

Course Specifics

DATES AND PRICING

Dates

  • Starts 17th February 2025 (1st Year, Duration 1 Year)

  • Finishes 13th November 2025

Pricing (2025 Fees)

  • Domestic Fee: NZD$5,604 (inc GST)*

  • International Fee: NZD$7,500 (inc GST)*

*(Fees are subject to change)

PAPERS AND CREDITS

120 Credits, NZQA Level 4

  • Encountering the Bible (15 Credits)

  • Basics of Christian Belief (15 Credits)

  • Discipleship (15 Credits)

  • Faith in Action (15 Credits)

  • Ministry Internship I (30 Credits)

  • Ministry Internship II (30 Credits)

VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS

  • Pastoral and Leadership Roles

  • Assistant to pastors or leaders in a church or workplace

  • Volunteer roles in community or church organisations

STUDENT SUCCESS

Successful Completion: 93%

National Graduate Outcomes (2 years after completion)

  • Median Earnings: $28,000

  • Earnings range: $23,000 to $40,000

  • In employment: 51%

  • In further study: 45%

  • Other: 4%


YOU WILL LEARN:

Head

  • The importance and dynamics of leadership

  • How to understand and interpret the Bible accurately

  • The fundamentals of the Christian faith

Heart

  • Your unique gifts and strengths

  • How to grow your character

  • How to build confidence and a sense of ‘God’s call’

Hand

  • How to pray and prophesy

  • The power to lead yourself and others

  • Effective church ministry skills

 

Entry Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age. (Early achievement can be considered).

  • Have been a committed Christian for at least twelve months.

  • Have successfully completed NCEA level 2 or equivalent. This is not always essential, but is preferred.

  • Be presently involved in the life of a local church, and demonstrate levels of mature discipleship.

  • Have the approval of your pastor/minister for your application into College, (a satisfactory Pastor’s reference is required).

  • Have a conviction that there is a call of God upon your life – a detailed testimony is required as part of application.

  • Be assessed by the College as likely to successfully complete the course.

  • Have evidence of English proficiency if English is your second language, (an IELTS score of at least 5.5).

  • Submit a completed application at least one month prior to the course start date.

  • Additional info for International Students here