1st year Certificate curriculum
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Brian Ingraham
An overview of the story, structure and major themes of the Old Testament, helping students understand its key people, events, covenants and books and how they contribute to the unfolding biblical story.
20 hours over 5 weeks
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Duncan Earley
An introduction to biblical leadership, character, calling, servant-hearted influence and the practical responsibilities of leading others.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Sammy Ewan
An exploration of Jesus’ call to make disciples, with practical approaches to nurturing faith, spiritual growth and multiplication.
4 hours over 1 week
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George Alexander
An introduction to interpreting Scripture responsibly, considering context, genre, language and application.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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George Alexander
A foundation in core Christian beliefs, enabling students to understand, explain and live in the light of biblical doctrine.
20 hours over 5 weeks
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George Alexander
An exploration of the biblical nature and purpose of the Church, its mission in the world and the life-giving work of the Holy Spirit within it.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Craig Denham
An introduction to pastoral ministry, developing the biblical foundations, character and practical skills needed to care for people well.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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James Trower
A biblical and compassionate approach to caring for those who are ill, including prayer, presence, wisdom and appropriate pastoral support.
4 hours over 1 week
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Peter Anderson
An overview of key movements, people and developments in the history of the Church, helping students understand their place in the wider Christian story.
16 hours over 4 weeks
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Brian Ingraham
A biblical study of spiritual conflict and the believer’s authority in Christ, approached with wisdom, humility and pastoral responsibility.
4 hours over 1 week
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James and Jess Trower
An introduction to the biblical teaching on spiritual gifts and their healthy use in strengthening the Church and serving others.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Duncan Earley
An introduction to explaining and defending the Christian faith with clarity, grace and intellectual integrity.
4 hours over 1 week
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Solomon Kalaga & Brian Ingraham
A practical and biblical exploration of prayer, helping students develop a deeper and more consistent prayer life.
4 hours over 1 week
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Paul James-Griffiths
An introduction to the message of the gospel and the foundations of sharing faith naturally, clearly and compassionately.
4 hours over 1 week
2nd year Diploma curriculum
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George Alexander
An overview of the New Testament’s message, major themes, key books and historical setting, strengthening confident and faithful engagement with Scripture.
20 hours over 5 weeks
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Duncan Earley
A further development of biblical leadership, focusing on team leadership, vision, decision-making, conflict and leadership in practice.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Joel Virgo
A practical introduction to preparing and delivering biblical messages that are clear, faithful, engaging and relevant.
12 hours over 3 weeks
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George Alexander
Builds on the foundations of Bible Doctrines 1, exploring key Christian doctrines in greater depth and helping students think biblically and theologically about issues encountered in church leadership and ministry.
20 hours over 5 weeks
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George Alexander
An exploration of the ministry gifts described in Ephesians 4 and their role in equipping believers and building a mature Church.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Craig Denham
A developing course in pastoral ministry, addressing the challenges of caring for individuals and communities with wisdom, maturity and healthy boundaries.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Brian Ingraham
A biblically grounded and pastorally responsible consideration of ministry to people experiencing spiritual distress, with attention to safeguarding, discernment and appropriate support.
4 hours over 1 week
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Peter Anderson
An equipping with a biblical model of church planting. Allowing Acts to inform the leadership, mission and practical foundations involved in planting healthy, reproducing churches.
20 hours over 5 weeks
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Jess Trower and Allison Brown
A study of the biblical basis and healthy practice of prophetic ministry, emphasising love, accountability, discernment and the strengthening of the Church.
8 hours over 2 weeks
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Duncan Earley
An introduction to Christian ethical thinking, helping students apply biblical principles thoughtfully to personal, pastoral and contemporary issues.
4 hours over 1 week
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George Alexander
A biblical exploration of faith, encouraging confident trust in God and a faithful response to His promises.
4 hours over 1 week
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Paul James-Griffiths
A further development of evangelism, equipping students to communicate the gospel effectively across a range of contexts and relationships.
4 hours over 1 week