Christian Ministry and Theology Pathway | The Salvation Army Australia

Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology

Students can use this Certificate IV to gain fast-tracked admission and advance through various program levels, possibly as far as a Bachelor degree. Students typically enrol in the lowest next award level and move upwards, meaning that the next step for someone who holds this Certificate IV is to enrol in the Diploma in Theology.

The Diploma in Theology has 8 units and you can receive credit for 2 units from this Certificate IV, which means you only need to complete 6 additional units to step up your Certificate IV to a Diploma.

Example of a Pathway from Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology to Diploma in Theology: In 2022, Amelia completed a Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology. After gaining further on the job experience, she discovered a need to go deeper in her learning to further equip herself for her ministry position. Using her VET qualification for admission, Amelia enrolled in an eight‑unit Diploma in Theology. With two units of academic credit transferred, she only needed to complete six units to finish her diploma.