Typical roles for a Certificate IV graduate include pastoral assistant and ministry leader within a Catholic parish or organisation. Tasks and activities will include, but are not restricted to: organising and facilitating ministry groups; developing pastoral relationships; communicating the gospel, including giving presentations and leading small groups; researching aspects of the Catholic faith in order to be able to discuss teachings and their applications with others; organising a range of ministry events; reflecting on their own spiritual growth and leadership development and implementing practices with the view to improving both; and walking alongside participants in their ministry to assist and mentor them in their Christian journeys.
The course structure consists of 4 core and 5 electives. Up to two electives can be drawn from another accredited course or training package subject to approval from the course coordinator. It will be taught on campus in terms 1 and 2 of each year and may be available part time from 2023.
Completion of the course also requires 54 hours of practicum in any Catholic ministry.
Core Units
| NAT11011001 | Develop Christian leadership skills |
| NAT11011002 | Promote the Catholic faith in interactions with others |
| NAT11012002 | Analyse and apply spiritual lessons from the Apostolic Era |
| NAT11012001 | Communicate the life and messages of Jesus Christ to others |
Elective Units
| BSBTWK201 | Work effectively with others |
| CHCVOL001 | Be an effective volunteer |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| NAT11011003 | Develop spiritual life plans |
| NAT11012003 | Present liturgy in a Catholic context |
| NAT11012004 | Plan and implement an evangelisation strategy |
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