Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology
Melbourne, Australia
Certificate
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2027
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: Eastern College Australia offers the Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology. The course develops knowledge of theological sources, understanding of theology, and Christian practice. It builds skills to identify theological insights and to communicate theology. It prepares participants to perform limited functions serving in church groups and ministry contexts, emphasizing biblical studies, pastoral support, worship practice, faith formation, and communication.
Career Outcomes: Career opportunities may include roles such as parish assistant, ministry support worker, youth ministry assistant, volunteer coordinator, church administration, and lay education facilitator. These paths suit those pursuing community chaplaincy, religious education, or further theological study.
This course is intended to provide participants with the following knowledge and skills to deepen their understanding of Christian theology and to perform limited functions associated with serving in a Christian church group or ministry context:
Knowledge of theological sources
Understanding of theological information
Understanding of Christian practice
Skills to identify theological insights
Ability to communicate theology effectively
