Why work towards Occupational Certificate: Christian Religious Practitioner NQF level 2?
Empowering Spiritual Leaders for Inclusive Ministry
In a world where diverse leadership is crucial, the Occupational Certificate: Christian Religious Practitioner at AFMTC offers a unique opportunity for individuals with varying literacy levels to become competent and effective spiritual leaders. Here’s why you should consider working towards this qualification:
Inclusive Ministry Training: The Christian Religious Practitioner (Level 2) qualification is designed to bridge the gap for spiritual leaders in rural and urban settings with limited literacy. It provides essential training without compromising the competencies required for effective Christian ministry. This program focuses on all aspects of Christian Ministry at a level accessible to individuals with little formal schooling.
Partnership for Inclusivity: AFMTC has partnered with WNL Training Network Academy to bring you affordable, accredited, and online Occupational Qualifications. These qualifications empower students with both theoretical and practical knowledge, filling the crucial training gap for practical and work-based learning that traditional institutions may not address.
Assurance of Competencies: With the introduction of the Level 2 qualification, society benefits from a collective assurance that spiritual leaders, regardless of their past training opportunities, will possess a common set of competencies. This ensures a standardized foundation for spiritual leaders, irrespective of numeracy and literacy levels.
Quality Accreditation and Recognition: The Occupational Certificate: Christian Religious Practitioner (NQF Level 2) is accredited by QCTO and registered on the National Qualification Framework of South Africa by SAQA. The program is developed under the supervision of the South African government, ensuring alignment with national standards. Successful learners undergo a final National Exam for qualification.
Professional Registration: Upon completion, all qualified learners must register with a professional body for Christian Religious Practitioners to practice legally in South Africa, adhering to regulatory standards set for the profession.
Occupational Certificate: Christian Religious Practitioner Overview
Preparing Competent and Compassionate Ministry Leaders
The Occupational Certificate: Christian Religious Practitioner is crafted to equip learners to operate effectively within a specific congregation/faith community. Here’s an overview:
Purpose of the Qualification: The program aims to prepare learners to operate as Christian Religious Practitioners who play a vital role in fostering spiritual formation, fellowship, and mutual care within their congregation/faith community. The qualified practitioner contributes to the development of a Christian lifestyle, provides leadership, ensures organizational well-being, and facilitates community responses to broader societal needs.
Program Highlights: Qualified learners will have the capacity to:
- Share the gospel contextually and to specific audiences.
- Build caring relationships and respond to both spiritual and physical needs within the faith community.
- Provide spiritual leadership and develop leaders within the faith community.
- Oversee the day-to-day running of ministries and administrative processes.
Accessible Online Learning: The program is offered online, providing learners with the flexibility to study from anywhere. Fully trained and experienced Facilitators/Assessors guide the learning process, ensuring a supportive environment.
Structured Curriculum: The program is structured, comprising 156 credits, which can be completed in 12 to 18 months.
Pathway to Further Studies: Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared to continue their studies in a Level 5 program. The program is conducted in English, ensuring broad accessibility.
For more information about the program and to discuss your studies in detail, reach out to our staff at [email protected] or contact us. Join us on a journey of inclusive education, preparing you to be a compassionate and competent leader in the realm of Christian religious practice.
Do I Qualify?
Your admission to AFMTC depends on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification.
General Admission Requirements
For this qualification, there are no educational requirements. AFMTC welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to embark on a journey of academic and spiritual growth.
Programme Specific Admission Requirements
To register for this programme, particularly for those aspiring to qualify for ordained ministry in the AFM academically, the following steps are required:
- Church Approval Processes:
- Prospective students must comply with the church’s approval processes. This ensures alignment with the values and standards upheld by the AFM community.
- AFM Ministry Ordination
- Aspiring ministers are required to complete an NQF Level 6 qualification and register for AFM-specific subjects (History, AFM Liturgy, Dogmatic, and Governance) to qualify for Ministry Integrated Learning (MIL) and AFM Ministry Ordination.
Certified or notarized proof of these requirements should accompany the application form, along with a certified or notarized copy of the student’s identification document or valid passport.
Acceptance Criteria:
All individuals meeting these criteria and possessing sufficient proficiency in English are welcomed into the programme. AFMTC values diversity and ensures an inclusive environment for academic and spiritual development.
The AFM Church’s Approval Procedure
The AFM church approval process is a crucial part of the online application for admission to the programme. Follow these steps:
- Character Reference Form:
- Complete the character reference form online.
- Recommendations/Report Forms:
- The candidate’s Senior Pastor/Assembly Leader completes the recommendations/report form of the Governing Body and the Senior Pastor/Assembly Leader online.
- The Regional/Network Leader/Secretary/Administrator completes the Regional/Network Committee recommendation form online.
- An interview will be conducted with the applicant and spouse (if married) by the Regional/Network Committee to facilitate the completion of their recommendation.
The AFM reserves the right to accept or reject applications. The National Leadership Forum’s decision is final, and no negotiations will be entered into.
Application Process:
All applications for admission must be submitted online during the prescribed application period.
All applications for admission must be submitted online during the prescribed application period. For more information on application and enrollment, please visit the Application Instructions Page.
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Curriculum
The curriculum is organized into three components: Knowledge Modules (KM), Practical Modules (PM), and Workplace Modules (WM). It features five courses, each spanning a three-month term and grouped into three stages. Each course is offered twice a year, pending sufficient enrollment. You must complete all courses within a stage before progressing to the next stage. Please note the terms in which courses are presented.
STAGE 1 | Course | Modules | Description | Credits per Module | Term |
Course 1 | Module 01 | Bible and Bible Interpretation | 20 | Term | |
Module 02 | Basic Christian concepts | 15 | |||
Module 03 | Worship Services and Preaching | 4 | |||
Course 2 | Module 04 | Basic Christian Pastoral Care | 8 | Term | |
Module 05 | Church Leadership, Administration and Accountability | 7 | |||
Module 06 | The Role of the Church (Christianity) in the World | 5 |
STAGE 2 | Course | Modules | Description | Credits per Module | Term |
Course 3 | PM-01 | Share the Gospel in a Specific Context | 13 | Term 1 & 3 | |
WM-01 | Prepare and conduct worship services | 12 | |||
PM-02 | Build caring relationships in the faith community and respond to spiritual and physical needs of members. | 6 | |||
WM-02 | Plan and conduct teachings and develop ministry | 12 | |||
Course 4 | PM-03 | Apply Christian leadership and develop leaders in a faith community. | 6 | Term 2 & 4 | |
PM-04 | Arrange and oversee the day-to-day running of ministries and administrative processes in the faith community | 6 | |||
WM-03 | Develop Life Skills and Christian Living | 6 | |||
WM-04 | Observe the leadership of faith community on how they lead the community | 6 |
STAGE 3 | Course | Modules | Description | Credits per Module | Term |
Course 5 | PM-05 | Help people in the faith community to share the gospel, support people in need, and speak out for what is right and fair in the wider society. | 6 | Term 1, 2, 3, 4 | |
WM-05 | Participate in an outreach or community development project in a community. | 12 | |||
EISA Exam |
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The minimum duration for the programme is 18 to 24 months.
Term Dates:
- Term 1: 1 Feb. to 30 Apr.
- Term 2: 1 May to 31 July
- Term 3: 1 Aug. to 31 Oct.
- Term 4: 1 Nov. to 31 Jan.
Pricing
Course Fees – Christian Religious Practitioner NQF level 2 | |
Application Fee | Free |
Registration Fee | R2 000 |
Reactivation Fee | R500 |
Per Course | R2 200 (Online study material is included. Cost of printed books will be charged separately) |
Final Exam (EISA) Fee | R1000 (the EISA fee will be revised annually) |
Cost per Study Manual: NQF Level 2 consists of 16 learner’s manuals (R200 per manual) | R3 200 |
Administrative tasks (for instance, transcript issuance or provision of specific official documentation) | R200 |
The provision of a duplicate official transcript | R200 |
Note: The fee per course is R2,200, which must be paid before the start of the term. Students are required to enrol and pay for courses two weeks before the start of the term in which the course is presented.
For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at [email protected]
Rules for Assessment, Credit Accumulation, Progression and Qualification
Assessment
All assessment is conducted online. Unless otherwise indicated, the pass mark for all assessment tasks is 50%. To pass a course, you must maintain a grade average of 50% or above.
External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) and Certification
EISA is the final national exam after the full course (all the modules) has been successfully completed and learners received full competency credits for all modules. After the successful completion of the EISA exam, learners will qualify for the learners will qualify for the Certificate for Religious Practitioners/Professional and the certification will be done by and under the supervision of the Quality Council for Trades and Occupation. For more information, please visit https://www.qcto.org.za/services/certification-and-verification/certification.
