Licentiate of Local Church Ministry
Academic Level
Degree/Postgraduate
Duration
9-12 Months
Assessment
Yes. Certificate of Completion
Study Method
Online
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Overview
The Licentiate of Local Church Ministry qualification is specifically designed for people in ministry who are seeking to become advanced in their leadership and people skills. It is also for those wanting to transition into full-time ministry from a volunteer role or secular career.
This qualification allows you to further develop your ministry, leadership skills, biblical and theological knowledge. You will be equipped with the advanced skills required to lead a local church or ministry team.
What is a Licentiate of Local Church Ministry? Licentiate comes from the Latin licentia, “freedom” which is applied in the phrases licentia docendi meaning permission to teach and licentia ad practicandum signifying someone who holds a certificate of competence to practise a profession i.e. ministry, theology or parish life.
Graduates of the Licentiate of Local Church Ministry will be equipped with the skills they need for a wide range of senior leadership and ministry roles. Many graduates go into leadership roles, such as senior pastor, associate pastor or executive pastor, where they are using the leadership, biblical and ministry skills they have developed. Others have gone into key ministry roles, where they are primarily using their highly developed ministry, pastoral, creative and administrative gifts to help their church move forward.
Who is theLicentiate of Local Church Ministry for
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The Licentiate of Local Church Ministry is the perfect qualification for pastors already in ministry looking to step up in God and lead a church or ministry.
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It is also ideal for those who seek to take on a greater role in the church by leading lead a ministry team such as associate pastor or executive pastor.
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It also provides a great foundation for people transitioning into full-time ministry from a secular career.
What you will learn
Navigating Team Dynamics - Certified
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How to bring change to a team situation and various approaches to effective Christian Leadership.
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Demonstrate reflective practices relevant to being team leaders such as describing their own leadership style, skills and abilities and reflection on ministry case studies and practical experience.
Church Dynamics and Health - Certified
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How to develop a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
Person & Work of Christ Part 1: Certified
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How to understand key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and analyses the historical development of the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Person & Work of Christ Part 2: Certified
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How to understand key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts: Certified - Part 1
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Identify significant issues related to Pentecostal and Charismatic ministry and leadership including pentecostal history, theological issues, and the history and background of Acts.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts: Certified - Part 2
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Critically investigate the interpretation of Acts in relation to Pentecostal teaching on the leadership in the contemporary church.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts: Certified - Part 3
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Identify significant issues related to Pentecostal and charismatic ministry and leadership in the 21st century including Pentecost, spiritual warfare, healing and miracles.
Theology of the Church: Certified - Part 1
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How to integrate the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church.
Theology of the Church: Certified - Part 2
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How to look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Homiletics: Certified - Part 1
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How to preach an expository, textual or topical sermon.
Homiletics: Certified - Part 2
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How to preach the technical components of professional preaching including how to craft illustrations, effective non-verbal communication, weddings, funerals and difficult pastoral matters.
Included Courses
In this course you’ll learn how to navigate some of the challenges associated with team dynamics. Topics covered in this course include conflict styles and resolutions, narcissism, success, status, ego, team reflexivity, virtual teams and more!
Curriculum Covered
- Conflict Introduction
- Recent Research in Conflict
- Conflict & Personality
- Conflict Styles
- Conflict Resolution
- Roles & Boundaries
- Dealing with Difficult People
- Virtual Teams
- Group Pressure to Conform
- Ethics in Teams
- Team Creativity & Innovation
- Introduction to Reflexivity
- Team Quality Management
- Narcissism
- Success, Status & Ego
- Encouragement
- What Really Matters
About your instructor
Dr Nigel Pegram
Nigel completed his Master of Theology, focusing on Old Testament Prophets. He has continued his study and completed his Doctor of Ministry, writing a dissertation on emotional intelligence and prevention of ministry burnout.
Course Reviews
Insightful and helpful.
I hadn’t heard of the Big 5 personality types. I thoroughly enjoyed the learning as well as listening to the interviews with other teachers and Pastors. Applying the learning in to practice is bearing fruit already! Thank you.
Insightful and helpful.
Thoroughly enjoyed the learning. Contributing toward a high functioning team is the responsibility of each individual. Building self and other awareness is an ongoing process toward my development and my contribution to any team. Mahalo.
How to work in a team
In ministry we will have to work together with other people so this course is very helpful as it teaches how to navigate team dynamics, how to deal with conflicts and difficult people, and other important topics regarding working in a team.
This course aims to present students with a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Challenges & Trends in the Church
- The Global Church
- The Local Church
- What’s a church to do?
- The Corporate Worship Gathering
- The Church Growth Movement
- Natural Church Development
- NCD Quality Characteristics & Biotic Principles
- Introducing NCLS Research
- Church Health NCLS Australia
- Purpose Driven Church
- Models of the Church
- Leadership
- Discipleship
- Spirit-Empowered People
- Vision & Values
About your instructor
Dr Peter Downes
Peter describes himself as a teacher and trainer of Christians in a variety of contexts. He is committed to raising up disciples to reach their full potential, find their calling and to be lovers of Jesus and His word. Having served as an Anglican Priest in several parishes, Peter stepped out in 1990 as a Church Planter. He has planted 5 churches and a further 7 from churches he has lead. Peter has served as the National Director, Vineyard Churches Australia for more than 13 years. He holds a Doctor of Ministry (MST) 2012, where his thesis examined what the corporate worship gathering is about and impact of the Emerging Missional Church on the gathering and church life.
Course Reviews
Analyse and Apply the Bible was actually brrilliant
Loved opening and learning how to use and read a study bible. it was the first practical application and the course has so much content which would be great if we can slow it down a fraction and do more group or practical exercises.
How I am learning to understand the Bible more.
This unit has opened up my eyes as to how to understand the Bible more – not just reading it, but digging deeper into the meaning of what has been written. I admit it has been a struggle to understand and apply it fully, but I am sure the more that I do it, the more I will be able to understand. Thank you for opening up the scriptures to me.
A Study Bible? Why?
I asked my tutor recently why it took seventy years for someone to tell me about the Study Bible? I mean really?
I am only just starting to understand just how much more I am hearing the depth of Gods word by using this amazing Bible. Now I am really enjoying the challenge of analysing and applying His Word in my life.
We should be encouraging our youth groups to start their journey with this amazing provision to grow in knowledge and application at their age, not at mine. Think how much they would mature in their faith.
This course discusses key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and analyses the historical development of the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Prolegomena (Introductory Thoughts)
- Jesus in History
- Search for the Historical Jesus
- Jesus in the Old Testament
- Jesus in the Gospels
- Jesus in the New Testament
- Humanity of Jesus
- The Virgin Birth
- Heresy & the Humanity of Christ
- Responses to Heresies Concerning the Humanity of Christ
- The Deity of Jesus
- Heresy & the Divinity of Christ
- Responses to Heresies Concerning the Divinity of Christ
- Fully God and Fully Human
- Heresy and the Hypostatic Union
- Responses to Heresies Concerning the Hypostatic Union of Christ
- Jesus & the Trinity (1)
- Jesus & the Trinity (2)
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
Very Informative
What a fantastic, in depth and educational course on Jesus, who He is, and what He’s done! Fantastic for anyone in ministry, especially if they’re facing questions about salvation
Very informative
What a fantastic, in depth and educational course on Jesus, who He is, and what He’s done! Fantastic for anyone in ministry, especially if they’re facing questions about salvation
Extremely interesting.. but getting complicated.
Enjoyed listening to the various lectures on the Person and Work of Christ. I am finding that the lectures are covering some complex ideas. There is a lot more to the Work of Christ than is obvious.
This course discusses key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and analyses the historical development of the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Intro to the Work of Jesus
- Salvation & Atonement
- The Cross & Resurrection
- Extent of Atonement
- Worldview & Theology
- Biblical Metaphors 1
- Biblical Metaphors 2
- Theories 1
- Theories 2
- Theories 3
- Grace
- Election
- Calvinist-Arminian Debate
- Justification 1
- Justification 2
- Sanctification
- Adoption/Participation
- Contemporary Issues 1
- Contemporary Issues 2
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
Very Informative
What a fantastic, in depth and educational course on Jesus, who He is, and what He’s done! Fantastic for anyone in ministry, especially if they’re facing questions about salvation
Very informative
What a fantastic, in depth and educational course on Jesus, who He is, and what He’s done! Fantastic for anyone in ministry, especially if they’re facing questions about salvation
Extremely interesting.. but getting complicated.
Enjoyed listening to the various lectures on the Person and Work of Christ. I am finding that the lectures are covering some complex ideas. There is a lot more to the Work of Christ than is obvious.
Part 1 of this course will leads students through a self-critical analysis and reflection of Spirit-filled leadership issues including pentecostal history, theological issues, and the history and background of Acts.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Introduction
- Australian Pentecostal History (1)
- Australian Pentecostal History (2)
- Insights: Melinda Dwight Interview
- Leadership Models & Issues
- Ecclesiological Issues
- Theological Issues
- Pneumatological Issues
- Ethical & Missional Issues
- Introduction to Acts
- Critical Questions about Acts
- Structure of Acts
- Historical Context of Acts
- Jewishness of Acts (1)
- Jewishness of Acts (2)
- Jewishness of Acts (3)
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Lead Like The Apostles
Once again great content Well balanced
Leadership
Great content
God's Ways are Higher
Great historical content
Part 2 of this course focuses on the leadership and development of the earliest church and how pentecostal have shaped their leadership in contemporary church based on the book of Acts.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Insights: Barry Chant Interview (1)
- Acts & the First Pentecostals
- Pentecostal Use of Acts
- Criticisms & Response to Pentecostal Theology
- Insights: Barry Chant Interview (2)
- Leadership in the Infant Church
- Leadership in the Developing Church
- Leadership Application from Acts
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (1)
- Leadership Issues & Crises
- Local Church Governance
- Servant Leadership
- Women in Leadership
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (2)
- Financial Issues
- Prayer
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Lead Like The Apostles
Once again great content Well balanced
Leadership
Great content
God's Ways are Higher
Great historical content
Part 3 of this course will lead students through a self-critical analysis and reflection of Spirit-filled leadership issues including Pentecost, spiritual warfare, healing and miracles.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Liturgy
- Insights: Tex Houston Interview
- Pentecost (1)
- Pentecost (2)
- Insights: Jon Newton Interview
- Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance
- Healing in Acts
- Miracles in Acts
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (3)
- Missiological Perspectives (1)
- Missiological Perspectives (2)
- Missiological Perspectives (3)
- Insights: Cin Do Kham Interview
- Preaching in Acts
- Teaching in Acts
- Synthesizing & Applying Acts
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Lead Like The Apostles
Once again great content Well balanced
Leadership
Great content
God's Ways are Higher
Great historical content
Grant Buchanan walks us through the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church. He also takes a look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Course Introduction
- Definitions
- The Church in the New Testament
- What the Church is…
- The Origin of the Church
- The Purpose of the Church (1)
- The Purpose of the Church (2)
- The Marks & Nature of the Church
- Church Universal & Local
- The Church & the Kingdom
- The Sacraments (1) Introduction
- The Sacraments (2) Baptism
- The Sacraments (3) The Lord’s Supper
- Worship
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
Being grounded in this knowledge.
Thank you Grant. I am blessed by your ministry to God.
Theology of the church 1 and 2 is very enlightening and informative, with much history knowledge to take in. An outcome for me is I am even more confident in my grounding as a believer living on this earth.
God loves His church thanks to His redemption plans through Jesus’ sacrifice, and, Jesus will return for His church. Let it be. Amene
Amazing
Healthy church is Christ being the foundation
Trusting God
God has helped me out this far, through your teachings
Grant Buchanan walks us through the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church. He also takes a look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Leadership & Ministry
- Leadership Ascension Gifts
- Leadership Administration Gifts
- Leadership Governance
- Leadership & Authority
- Church Health & Growth Indicators
- Natural Church Development (NCD)
- Church Health: REVEAL
- Church Health: Tony Morgan
- Profile of a Healthy Church
- Evangelism & Mission
- The Missiological Church
- What is Mission?
- Emerging Ecclesiology
- Missional Ecclesiology
- Contemporary Examples (1) Local
- Contemporary Examples (2) Global
- Pentecostal Ecclesiology
- The Destiny of the Church
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
Being grounded in this knowledge.
Thank you Grant. I am blessed by your ministry to God.
Theology of the church 1 and 2 is very enlightening and informative, with much history knowledge to take in. An outcome for me is I am even more confident in my grounding as a believer living on this earth.
God loves His church thanks to His redemption plans through Jesus’ sacrifice, and, Jesus will return for His church. Let it be. Amene
Amazing
Healthy church is Christ being the foundation
Trusting God
God has helped me out this far, through your teachings
This course gives you an introduction to the role, function and theological framework of preaching, as you develop your understanding of the ministry from a biblical perspective.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Learning to Preach
- The Danger of Preaching
- The Duty of a Preacher
- The Development & Devotion of the Preacher
- The Historical Development of Preaching (1)
- The Historical Development of Preaching (2)
- The Theological Foundation of Preaching
- The Introduction
- The Conclusion
- Accurate Interpretation (1)
- Accurate Interpretation (2)
- Accurate Application
- Sermon Preparation
- Expository Sermons
- Textual, Thematic & Doctrinal Sermons
- Topical Sermons
- Exegetical Sermons vs Topical Sermons
About your instructor
Dr Markus Richardson
Markus was ordained to Anglican Ministry in 1987 and worked for 14 years in outback rural and regional towns in New South Wales. He is a trained counsellor with degrees in psychology and theology. Markus served as a Police Chaplain for ten years. He completed his Doctorate in Leadership in 2010. He is an experienced coach and is an accredited Bar-On EQ Inventory and Leadership Development Profile facilitator.
Course Reviews
Power of your words
Excellent teaching.
Gives great insights how to bring God’s word out
To be a better student of the Word
Well done
Homiletics
A minister preacher must be equipped with both learning and unlearning skills if one has to be effective servant of the most high God. It’s not the preacher message it’s God’s message to his people who amongst is the preacher. We must allow the Holly spirit to to God’s people and ourselves, else we find ourselves blocking the same message we’re preaching.
You’ll learn from experienced preachers. This course explores some of the technical components of professional preaching including how to craft illustrations, effective non-verbal communication, weddings, funerals and difficult pastoral matters.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Biblical Preaching
- Stories & Illustrations (1)
- Stories & Illustrations (2)
- Non-Verbal Delivery
- Using Notes
- Using Audio & Visuals
- Verbal Delivery
- Pathos & Peculiarities
- The 7 Axioms
- Preaching at Weddings
- Preaching at Funerals & Memorials
- Preaching on Difficult Pastoral Matters (1)
- Preaching on Difficult Pastoral Matters (2)
- Preaching Cross-Culturally
- Evaluating Sermons
- How I Prepare & Preach (1)
- How I Prepare & Preach (2)
About your instructor
Dr Markus Richardson
Markus was ordained to Anglican Ministry in 1987 and worked for 14 years in outback rural and regional towns in New South Wales. He is a trained counsellor with degrees in psychology and theology. Markus served as a Police Chaplain for ten years. He completed his Doctorate in Leadership in 2010. He is an experienced coach and is an accredited Bar-On EQ Inventory and Leadership Development Profile facilitator.
Course Reviews
Power of your words
Excellent teaching.
Gives great insights how to bring God’s word out
To be a better student of the Word
Well done
Homiletics
A minister preacher must be equipped with both learning and unlearning skills if one has to be effective servant of the most high God. It’s not the preacher message it’s God’s message to his people who amongst is the preacher. We must allow the Holly spirit to to God’s people and ourselves, else we find ourselves blocking the same message we’re preaching.
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Enrolment Options
Monthly Subscription
- 11 Specifically Designed Courses
- Access with an active subscription
- Certified Training
- 195 Lessons
3 Monthly Payments
- 11 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 195 Lessons
Upfront Payment
- 11 Specifically Designed Courses
- Lifetime access to all resources
- Certified Training
- 195 Lessons
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Snapshot
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11 specifically designed courses
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195 lessons
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65 hours on-demand video
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Certification
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Full lifetime access
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Access on computer, mobile devices and TV
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All learning resources, handouts and E-library at no extra cost
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Personalised Certified Certificate of Completion
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Reviews
Enlightening and informative
Thanks Axx for empowerment for ministry am now strong to stand firm in the gospel
I therefore give Axx permission to share my testimony
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Requirements
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Students should have completed the Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry
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If you have relevant ministry experience or previous training then you can commence this qualification immediately. If you would like to course advice on this qualification please contact us on courseadvice@axx.global or book a phone call
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The Licentiate of Local Church Ministry requires a desire to be active in full-time ministry and or learning how to prepare for it.
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Students should have a solid understanding of the concepts of the Bible, theology, spiritual formation and pastoral ministry.
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A love of God and people.
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A love of the local church.
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Learners are welcome to commence this qualification at any time
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A computer, tablet or smartphone is required
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No additional software is required
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Internet connection is required
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Lessons are presented in English
All assessment tasks must be completed to be certified
- Learners are required to complete all video lessons
- Each lesson has a short multiple choice quiz
- There are no essays to be written in this qualification
