DIPLOMA OF CHAPLAINCY

The Higher Education Diploma of Chaplaincy is an accredited qualification for aspiring chaplains in all contexts. Through this exciting new program students receive practical and theological training on how to minister to those in need, gain greater understanding of those around them and are empowered to make a real and lasting difference in peoples’ lives.
A dynamic learning environment for chaplains has been created through this award being completed in a mix of online and Intensive study. All students completing the Diploma of Chaplaincy attend Intensives as a part of the course. Students can join the Ministry/Leadership face-to-face classes where available for BIB001 and THE001. (These 2 subjects can also be completed online.)
Students also arrange and undertake a 100 hour chaplaincy placement in an area of their choice as a part of their training.
FEE-HELP is available.

COURSE OVERVIEW

CORE SUBJECTS
(6 Subjects)

MIN001 – Introduction to Pastoral Ministry

SSC001 – PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTION
SSE005 – CHAPLAINCY AND PASTORAL CARE
EXP001 – PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
BIB001 – INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE
THE001 – CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW

ELECTIVES
(2 Subjects)

EXP005 – WORKING WITH OLDER PEOPLE
SSC002 – WORKING WITH TRAUMA
SSE009 – METHODS OF YOUTH WORK
SSE003 – WORKING WITH ADDICTIONS
XXX009 – INDEPENDENT GUIDED STUDY
XXX000 – FIELD STUDY

Course format

Six of the subjects are studied in a combination of compulsory Intensives + online coursework.
Two of the subjects are studied either Face to face or Global Online

Intensives are generally held Thursday- Saturday, 8.30-5.00pm at AC campuses and selected locations.

Entry Requirements

high school leavers: completion of Yr 12 certificate or articulation from another AC course or equivalent
mature age students over 21 years old: no entry requirements
CRICOS APPROVED
FEE-HELP AVAILABLE

SUGGESTED STUDY PLAN


SEMESTER 1
Intensive 1 & 2 + Online
MIN001 Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
SSC001 Psychology of Emotion
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SEMESTER 2
Intensive 3 & 4 + Online
SSE005 Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care
EXP001A Professional Practice A
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SEMESTER 3
Intensive 5 + Online
EXP001A Professional Practice B
2 X ELECTIVES
(Class vote on 2 of the following)
EXP005 Working with Older People
SSC002 Working with Trauma
SSE009 Methods of Youth Work
SSE003 Working with Addictions

SEMESTER 4
Online OR Face to Face
(These units can be studied at any time)
BIB001 Introduction to the Bible
THE001 Christian Worldview

Please note:
– Only 2 electives are chosen.
– Students are welcome to discuss their study load prior to enrolment to ensure the best plan for them.
– 50 hours of placement is attached to EXP001A AND EXP001B

2019 SEMESTER 2
NEW Intensive dates and locations

NEW SOUTH WALES
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NSW89 – SYDNEY
Alphacrucis College
30 Cowper St, Parramatta, NSW

Intensive 1&2: 4-8 November 2019
Intensive 3: 2-4 April 2020
Intensive 4: 28-30 May 2020
Intensive 5: 17-18 July 2020
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QUEENSLAND
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QLD19 BRISBANE
Alphacrucis College
44 O’Keefe St, Woolloongabba, QLD

Intensive 1: 15-17 August 2019
Intensive 2: 3-5 October 2019
Intensive 3: 6-8 February 2020
Intensive 4: 26-28 March 2020
Intensive 5: 22-23 May 2020
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VICTORIA
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VIC30 – MELBOURNE
Alphacrucis College
1 Keith Campbell Crt, Scoresby, VIC

Intensive 1: 17-19 October 2019
Intensive 2: 28-30 November 2019
Intensive 3: 12-14 March 2020
Intensive 4: 30 April – 2 May 2020
Intensive 5: 26-27 June 2020

NEW South Wales
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NSW90- Coffs Harbour
LifeHouse Church
167 Orlando St, Coffs Harbour, NSW

Intensive 1: 14-16 September 2019
Intensive 2: 31 Oct – 2 Nov 2019
Intensive 3: 13-15 February 2020
Intensive 4: 2-4 April 2020
Intensive 5: 29-30 May 2020
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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WA17 – GERALDTON
Sun City Christian Centre
14 Assen Street, Geraldton, WA

Intensive 1: 5-7 September 2019
Intensive 2: 31 October – 2 November 2019
Intensive 3: 30 January – 1 February 2020
Intensive 4: 19-21 March 2020
Intensive 5: 15-16 May 2020
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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WA16 – PERTH
Alphacrucis College
Suite3, 642 Albany Highway, Vic Park, Perth WA

Intensive 1: 15-17 August 2019
Intensive 2: 3-5 October 2019
Intensive 3: 6-8 February 2020
Intensive 4: 26-28 March 2020
Electives: 22-23 May 2020
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2019 Continuing courses

TAS5 – HOBART
Alphacrucis College
45 Melville St, Hobart, TAS

Intensive 1: 1-3 August 2019
Intensive 2: 26-28 September 2019
Intensive 3: 30 January – 1 February 2020
Intensive 4: 19-21 March 2020
Intensive 5: 15-16 May 2020
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NSW87 – SYDNEY
Alphacrucis College
30 Cowper St, Parramatta, NSW

Intensive 1: 1-3 August 2019
Intensive 2: 26-28 September 2019
Intensive 3: 30 January – 1 February 2020
Intensive 4: 19-21 March 2020
Intensive 5: 15-16 May 2020
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NSW82– NEWCASTLE
Macquarie Life Church
Cnr Macquarie & Wentworth Roads, Cardiff, NSW

Intensive 3: 1-3 August 2019
Intensive 4: 19-21 September 2019
Intensive 5: 15-16 November 2019

NSW80– SYDNEY
Alphacrucis College
30 Cowper St, Parramatta, NSW

Intensive 3: 18-20 July 2019
Intensive 4: 29-31 August 2019
Intensive 5: 1-2 November 2019

SA2 – ADELAIDE
Alphacrucis College
1013 South Rd, Melrose Park, SA

Intensive 3&4: 23-27 September 2019
Intensive 5: 7-8 February 2020

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QLD17 BRISBANE
Alphacrucis College
44 O’Keefe St, Woolloongabba, QLD

Intensive 3: 1-3 August 2019
Intensive 4: 26-28 September 2019
Intensive 5: 15-16 November 2019

WA15 – PERTH
Alphacrucis College
Suite 3, 642 Albany highway, Vic Park, WA

Intensive 3: 1-3 August 2019
Intensive 4: 26-28 September 2019
Intensive 5: 15-16 November 2019

VIC29 – MELBOURNE
Alphacrucis College
1 Keith Campbell Crt, Scoresby, VIC

Intensive 3: 29-31 August 2019
Intensive 4: 24-26 October 2019
Intensive 5: 6-7 December 2019

TAS4 – HOBART
Alphacrucis College
45 Melville St, Hobart, TAS

Intensive 3&4: 15-19 July 2019
Intensive 5: 1-2 November 2019

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