As a chaplain, you can make a difference in the lives of others. Chaplains help people work through life issues, assist in times of crisis and provide a safe place for people to share their story.

The Certificate IV in Chaplaincy & Pastoral Care is a nationally accredited qualification that will equip you to provide a high standard of care in a range of areas within chaplaincy.

Starting with the Chaplaincy Essentials units, students will develop targeted communication skills to give support to those needing pastoral care in a range of areas, including grief and loss and mental health issues. The Chaplaincy Essentials units are delivered face-to-face in a 3 day or 5 day intensive format, where you develop your new skills while being supported by your trainers and classmates.

We have a range of new electives to equip you for some of the biggest issues faced today. Our electives allow you to specialise in your field of interest, in subject areas as varied as Domestic Violence, Homelessness, Problem Gambling, Drugs & Alcohol, Aged Care and Young People. These electives are available to be completed online or as a Professional Development Day with accredited training option. Click HERE to apply for the PD Day Electives.

Our trainers have extensive experience in chaplaincy and pastoral care, with an in-depth understanding of how to implement theory into real, practical care. Hear their inspiring stories as they share some of the remarkable experiences they have had the privilege of being involved in.

Study chaplaincy and be transformed as you gain a greater understanding of yourself and those around you. Empower others and play an important part in building healthier communities by pursuing a rewarding career in chaplaincy.

See Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care for more information or watch this video to hear more about Chaplaincy. Career Pathways: watch video

Intensives are delivered across 3 or 5 days face to face, Thursday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm and Saturday 8.30am to 3.00pm. Students must attend these Intensives in order to complete the course.

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Award Description

How to Apply

Apply for Chaplaincy courses online via http://ac.edu.au/apply-now/ Use the online application form under the “Certificates and Diplomas” heading.

Application for Chaplaincy Programs requires the submission of key proof of identity documentation, which includes:

1) Proof of Identity (either Australian Birth Certificate OR Australian Passport OR Passport+Evidence of Permanent residency)

2) A ‘Passport style’ ID photo

3) A Letter of Endorsement from a community leader verifying your suitability for Chaplaincy work. The letter should contain the endorser's letter head and signature. Examples of appropriate community leaders could be, a Pastor or Minister, Rotary Member, Council Member, or JP.

4) A 200 word, Statement of Intent, which is a short summary of why you wish to study the course.

5) Certificate application requires a government issued, Unique Student Identifier (USI) number. Consult http://www.usi.gov.au/ for details and to secure your USI.

Course Summary

Certificate IV in Chaplaincy & Pastoral Care

13 subjects. Delivery mode is four, 3 day, classroom intensives plus one 2-day intensive spread out over the course of approx. 10 months, mixed with online study between intensives.

Cost (2017): $3705. (Payment is upfront and can be split into $1710 for Intensives 1&2 and $1425 for Intensives 3&4 and $570 for Electives)

VET FEE Help is not available for the Certificate.

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NEW CERTIFICATE IV IN CHAPLAINCY AND PASTORAL CARE COURSES:

NSWCP63 Parramatta (NSW)

Venue:

Alphacrucis College

30 Cowper Street, Parramatta, NSW

Dates:

Intensive 1: 3-5 Aug 2017

Intensive 2: 28 - 30 September 2017

Intensive 3: 8-10 February 2018

Intensive 4: 12-14 April 2018

ELECTIVES - NSWELE8: 31 May - 2 June 2018

WACP10 Perth (WA)

Venue:

The State Hub

Suite 3, 642 Albany Highway Vic Park Perth WA

Dates:

Intensive 1: 3-5 August 2017

Intensive 2: 28-30 September 2017

Intensive 3: 15-17 February 2018

Intensive 4: 19-21 April 2018

ELECTIVES - WAE3: 31 May - 2 June 2018

QLDCP12 Brisbane (QLD)

Venue:

Alphacrucis College

44 O’Keefe St, Woolloongabba, QLD

Dates:

Intensive 1: 3-5 August 2017

Intensive 2: 28-30 September 2017

Intensive 3: 8-10 February 2018

Intensive 4: 12-14 April 2018

ELECTIVES - QLDE2: 31 May - 2 June 2018

SACP1 Adelaide (SA)

Venue:

Rise Church

1-7 Brandis Way, Lightsview SA

Dates:

Intensive 1: 10-12 August 2017

Intensive 2: 5-7 October 2017

Intensive 3: 15-17 Feb 2018

Intensive 4: 12-14 April 2018

ELECTIVES - SAE1: 31 May - 2 June 2018

NSWCP61 Central Coast (NSW)

Venue:

Hope UC Charmhaven Campus

164 Pacific Hwy, Charmhaven NSW

Dates:

Intensive 1: 17-19 August 2017

Intensive 2: 19-21 October 2017

Intensive 3: 1-3 March 2018

Intensive 4: 26-28 April 2018

ELECTIVES - : 14-16 June 2018

NSWCP64 Yamba (NSW)

Venue:

Wellspring Community Church

3 Treelands Drive, Yamba

Dates:

Intensive 1: 31 August - 2 September 2017

Intensive 2: 26-28 October 2017

Intensive 3: 8-10 March 2018

Intensive 4: 3-5 May 2018

ELECTIVES - NSWELE9: 21-23 June 2018

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY with accredited training option:

The Elective Dates listed above can be attended for Professional Development purposes

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WAELE2 Perth

Venue:

AAC State Hub,

Suite 3, 642 Albany Highway, Vic Park, WA

Dates:

Domestic Violence: Thursday 11 May 2017

Working with Young People: Friday 12 May 2017

NSWELE4 Parramatta

Venue:

Alpahcrucis College,

30 Cowper Street, Parramatta, NSW

Dates:

Older People: Thursday 1 June 2017

Domestic Violence: Friday 2 June 2017

Working with Young People: Saturday 3 June 2017

CERTIFICATE IV IN CHAPLAINCY AND PASTORAL CARE-:

[ The below information is for current students only ]

VICCP25 - EPPING, VICTORIA

Venue:

Enjoy Church (North Campus)

74 Wedge Street, Epping, VIC

Dates:
Intensive 1: 27-29 April 2017
Intensive 2: 29 June – 1 July 2017
Intensive 3: 7-9 September 2017
Intensive 4: 16-18 November 2017
Electives: 9-10 February 2018

NSWCP62 - Cardiff (NSW)

Venue:

Macquarie Life Church

Cnr Macquarie & Wentworth Rds, Cardiff, NSW

Dates:
Intensive 1: 30 March-1 Apr 2017
Intensive 2: 1-3 June 2017
Intensive 3: 10-12 August 2017
Intensive 4: 19-21 October 2017
Electives: 17-18 Nov 2017

WACP9 - Perth (WA)

Venue:

ACC State Hub,

Suite 3, 642 Albany Highway, Vic Park, WA

Dates:
Intensive 1: 9-11 March 2017
Intensive 2: 25-27 May 2017
Intensive 3: 20-22 July 2017
Intensive 4: 28-30 September 2017
Electives (WAELE2): 2-3 Nov 2017

QLDCP11 - Brisbane (QLD)

Venue:
Alphacrucis College
180 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba, QLD
Dates:
Intensive 1:      2-4 March 2017
Intensive 2:      11-13 May 2017
Intensive 3:      6-8 July 2017
Intensive 4:      14-16 September 2017
Electives:         27-28 October 2017

NSWCP59 Parramatta

Venue:
Alphacrucis College
30 Cowper Street, Parramatta, NSW
Dates:
Intensive 1:      16 - 18 February 2017
Intensive 2:      4-6 May 2017
Intensive 3:      29 June-1 July 2017
Intensive 4:      14-16 September 2017
Electives: 19-21 October 2017

VICCP24 Mulgrave

Venue:
Enjoy Church (East Campus)
2263 Princes Highway, Mulgrave, VIC

Dates:

Intensive 1: 17-19 November 2016

Intensive 2: 9-11 February 2017

Intensive 3: 6-8 April 2017

Intensive 4: 15-17 June 2017

Electives: 13-15 July 2017

NSWCP55 Parramatta

Venue:

Alphacrucis College

30 Cowper Street, Parramatta, NSW

Dates:

Intensive 1: 29 September - 1 October 2016

Intensive 2: 1-3 December 2016

Intensive 3: 9-11 March 2017

Intensive 4: 11-13 May 2017

Electives: 1-3 June 2017

NSWCP53 Parramatta

Venue:

Alphacrucis College

30 Cowper Street, Parramatta, NSW

Dates:

Intensive 1: 19- 21 May 2016

Intensive 2: 4 - 6 August 2016

Intensive 3: 27- 29 October 2016

Intensive 4: 9- 11 February 2017

Electives: 16-18 March 2017

WACP8 Perth

Venue:

Globalheart Church

10 Winton Road, Joondalup, WA

Dates:

Intensive 1: 11-13 August 2016

Intensive 2: 3-5 November 2016

Intensive 3: 16-18 February 2017

Intensive 4: 6-8 April 2017

Electives: 11-12 May 2017

Entry Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

Nil.

Fees★

Local Students: AU$3705.00

Complete Fee Schedules and FEE-HELP information (where appropriate) for all Alphacrucis courses can be found in our Documents section, under the Fees and FEE-HELP Information link.

★Important: The total cost is based on students enrolling in the complete course or qualification for the standard delivery stream on offer. Fees are actually set on a per unit level, so that the total cost of an award is [number of units in award] x [cost of units]. Accordingly, the total cost of an award will vary depending on the units chosen. International students are required to enrol in the complete course or qualification. The fees are subject to change. Please contact Alphacrucis for an up to date fee schedule.

Australian Skills Quality Authority Information

Legal name: Alphacrucis College Limited
RTO National code: 90525

Units offered as part of this Award:

CHCAGE001 - Facilitate the empowerment of older people: Description: Develop the skills and knowledge that reflects an understanding of the residential aged care sector, the home and community care sector. Identify the key issues facing older people in the community. By learning about the ageing process and how this can affect people’s behaviour, you will be able to help your clients through providing better services and greater quality of care. Unit detail page >>
CHCAOD001 - Work in an alcohol and other drugs context: Description: Be trained with the knowledge and skills to support clients who are affected by alcohol and other drugs. This course will equip you to have an understanding of the historical and social constructs of alcohol and other drugs, to ensure interventions are person-centred and to support the client’s rights and safety. Unit detail page >>
CHCCCS004 - Assess co-existing needs: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the diverse and multi-faceted needs of people and determine both internal and external services required to meet those needs. Unit detail page >>
CHCCCS017 - Provide loss and grief support: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to the needs of people who are experiencing loss, grief and bereavement. Unit detail page >>
CHCCOM002 - Use communication to build relationships: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply specific communication techniques to establish, build and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders based on respect and trust. Unit detail page >>
CHCDFV001 - Recognise and respond approriately to domestic and family violence: Description: Equip yourself to identify and respond to domestic violence during professional contact with clients. Build your understanding and knowledge of domestic and family violence, with an awareness of its effects. Be trained to respond appropriately with relevant information and to refer where necessary. Unit detail page >>
CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Unit detail page >>
CHCGMB001 - Assess the needs of clients with problem gambling issues: Description: Provide support to clients who are affected by a range of problem gambling issues. Develop the knowledge and skills required as a foundation for work in the problem gambling sector. Learn about the effective treatment options for those experiencing problem gambling. Unit detail page >>
CHCLEG001 - Work legally and ethically: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role. Unit detail page >>
CHCMHS001 - Work with people with mental health issues: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues. Unit detail page >>
CHCPAS001 - Plan for the provision of pastoral and spiritual care: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for pastoral and spiritual care work either within a specific belief system or in a non-denominational context. Work may be paid or in a volunteer capacity. Unit detail page >>
CHCPAS002 - Provide pastoral and spiritual care: Description: This unit describes the skill and knowledge required to identify specific issues and provide appropriate pastoral and spiritual support to a range of clients. Work may be either in a paid or volunteer capacity, across a range of contexts. Unit detail page >>
CHCPRP003 - Reflect on and improve own professional practice: Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development. Unit detail page >>
CHCSOH001 - Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness: Description: Prepare yourself to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including women and children experiencing family violence. Work with clients to assess the issues and risks impacting on homelessness, and work to identify solutions to issues raised. Unit detail page >>
CHCYTH002 - Work effectively with young people in the youth work context: Description: Be trained to support young people by understanding how their experience and environment affect them. Develop a holistic approach that recognises that events, families and peers impact on the development of a young person, and that the way these systems interact will impact on the growth of the individual. Unit detail page >>

Ministry Department

Our ministry courses are designed to prepare students for ministry in the Church of the 21st Century. These courses consist of the core skills required for effective Christian ministry.

It is a practical, dynamic and inspiring program that allows you to choose a stream that is most suitable to prepare you for your unique calling in ministry. The program prepares you to take an active role in shaping your world as a chaplain, children’s and youth worker, church planter, creative ministry worker, missions worker, pastor, and more.

Run the College in your church

If you are a pastor or on the church leadership team and have been thinking about training and equipping your members for ministry, then you should take some time to look at the Local Church College.

Chaplaincy Essentials

This is a new fully accredited course offered in partnership with Chaplaincy Australia. It involves 2 x 3day Intensives usually spaced at least 6 months apart. See the Chaplaincy Essentials page for more information.

Finished School and looking for a gap year alternative?

STAND IN THE GAP Year

This STAND IN THE GAP year is your opportunity to use your talents for God AND learn new skills at the same time. Use your GAP year to start rebuilding our broken world (Ezekiel 22:30).

CHC42315 Certificate IV in Chaplaincy & Pastoral Care

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Award Description

NEW CERTIFICATE IV IN CHAPLAINCY AND PASTORAL CARE COURSES:

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY with accredited training option:

WAELE2 Perth

NSWELE4 Parramatta

CERTIFICATE IV IN CHAPLAINCY AND PASTORAL CARE-:

VICCP25 - EPPING, VICTORIA

NSWCP62 - Cardiff (NSW)

WACP9 - Perth (WA)

QLDCP11 - Brisbane (QLD)

NSWCP59 Parramatta

VICCP24 Mulgrave

NSWCP55 Parramatta

NSWCP53 Parramatta

WACP8 Perth

Entry Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

Fees★

Australian Skills Quality Authority Information

Units offered as part of this Award:

Ministry Department

Run the College in your church

Chaplaincy Essentials

Finished School and looking for a gap year alternative?

STAND IN THE GAP Year

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