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)

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Keenan Comia (Phillippines)Click the image above to read about Keenan’s journey through Equippers College…

Keenan Comia (Phillippines)

Click the image above to read about Keenan’s journey through Equippers College…

 

Course Specifics

DATES AND PRICING

Dates

  • Starts February 2023 (1st Year, Duration 1 Year)

  • Finishes November 2023

Pricing (2023 Fees)

  • Domestic Fee: $5,146 (inc GST)

  • International Fee: $7,000 (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