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
Team Dynamics
Interaction among team members may be challenging for various reasons. The biggest obstacles were identified by the lord himself since creation. Pride and self-righteousness have always been man’s fasted way to self-destruction. Teams which are unable to tame these two monsters often disintegrate.
Great experience and blessed
In this chapter I have discovered a lot about me. It has changed me a lot, when I reflect on the issues discussed in this unit I looked back and saw many things that affects me. I am so happy to come across this chapter it has made a lot of impact in me.
Thanks a lot team. God bless you
Shalom
Navigating Team Dynamics
I wish to glorify God for sailing me through this course “Navigating Team Dynamics “.
With the skills and knowledge I have acquired, I have confidence I can now fully develop and lead my Ministry team within the church/society within my Proximity.
Thanks to the axx ministry and partners especially once more Dr Nigel, Dr Albert, Ps Grants, Ps Andrew and others. Other aspects like communicating with a team, team quality, conflicts and conflict resolution, ethics and ego within a team are well understood.
To God be the glory.
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
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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
Person & Work of Christ: Part 1 - Review
Thank you Axx Bible College for this opportunity i am forever grateful
Testimonials
This course, ‘Person and work of Christ ‘ helped me to understand who Jesus Christ is and what is His relationship with the Father and the Holy Spirit. I understood that He is the reflection of the father in human form.
Work of Jesus part two
Am very open minded pastor today after these lessons,I don’t think inside the box but am awell informed and think outside the box,may God bless Axx family to more bigger
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
Person & Work of Christ: Part 1 - Review
Thank you Axx Bible College for this opportunity i am forever grateful
Testimonials
This course, ‘Person and work of Christ ‘ helped me to understand who Jesus Christ is and what is His relationship with the Father and the Holy Spirit. I understood that He is the reflection of the father in human form.
Work of Jesus part two
Am very open minded pastor today after these lessons,I don’t think inside the box but am awell informed and think outside the box,may God bless Axx family to more bigger
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
Spirit filled leadership
I am happy to have received the holy spirit in my life
spririt filled and acts part1
I am happy that me, a gentile has been ordained by God through the holy spirit to partake in his grace and redemption.
Classic!
This is a classic study of the book of Acts of the Apostles with it applications to leadership in the Church. The aspect of the Local Church Governance resonates perfectly during these days.
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
Spirit filled leadership
I am happy to have received the holy spirit in my life
spririt filled and acts part1
I am happy that me, a gentile has been ordained by God through the holy spirit to partake in his grace and redemption.
Classic!
This is a classic study of the book of Acts of the Apostles with it applications to leadership in the Church. The aspect of the Local Church Governance resonates perfectly during these days.
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
Spirit filled leadership
I am happy to have received the holy spirit in my life
spririt filled and acts part1
I am happy that me, a gentile has been ordained by God through the holy spirit to partake in his grace and redemption.
Classic!
This is a classic study of the book of Acts of the Apostles with it applications to leadership in the Church. The aspect of the Local Church Governance resonates perfectly during these days.
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
All lessons are wonderful
I am very blessed by this topic.
Awesome course
I learnt a lot and this has broadened my understandinv of the church.
My review
Here I studied the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global and local church. Here I saw the relationship between the church and the Kingdom. Also I saw the purpose of the church, the sacraments, Baptism and the Lord’s supper
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
All lessons are wonderful
I am very blessed by this topic.
Awesome course
I learnt a lot and this has broadened my understandinv of the church.
My review
Here I studied the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global and local church. Here I saw the relationship between the church and the Kingdom. Also I saw the purpose of the church, the sacraments, Baptism and the Lord’s supper
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
Correct and to-the-point
As a long-time member of Toastmasters International, I can verify that all of the content, tips and suggestions are absolutely correct and have been proven to be valuable, based on years of personal and professional experience!
Interesting and relevant
The entire range of subjects relating to Homiletics was thoroughly covered in sufficient depth.
Interesting and relevant
The entire range of subjects relating to Homiletics was thoroughly covered in sufficient depth.
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
Correct and to-the-point
As a long-time member of Toastmasters International, I can verify that all of the content, tips and suggestions are absolutely correct and have been proven to be valuable, based on years of personal and professional experience!
Interesting and relevant
The entire range of subjects relating to Homiletics was thoroughly covered in sufficient depth.
Interesting and relevant
The entire range of subjects relating to Homiletics was thoroughly covered in sufficient depth.
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
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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
