- Framework:
- Church Ministry
- Level:
- 4
The Ministry Apprentice position constitutes 18 months employment with a local church, cluster of churches or para church organisation. It is aimed at those primarily wanting to explore a calling into full-time Christian ministry. It will ensure you have the necessary experience and qualification (Theology - Level 4) for Christian Ministry in the local church, chaplaincy programmes, youth and children’s work and a range of other areas.
Apprentices will be working as part of a team whilst obtaining in-house theological and ministry training. And being released to gain an off the job qualification in theology. The words “off the job” and “in house” are used, but, much of the “off the job” qualification requires “in house” work, such as preparation for bible studies, developing publicity, engaging with social action initiatives, etc and the whole time learning to reflect on your practice. The two elements work together and often simultaneously.
The programme is flexible enough for it to be tailor made to different area of ministry whether that be in student ministry, children’s ministry, youth ministry, chaplaincy to schools, pastoral care, justice programmes (food programmes +), street pastors, etc.
Pathway options and levels
Church Ministry - Level 4
Supports the role of a Church Ministry worker.
Further information
Duration
Level 4: 18-24 months.
Progression routes
- Opportunities to entering ministry in most mainline denominations.
- Chaplaincy roles – schools, prisons, hospitals, care homes, etc.
- Move into Further Education to study Theology at Level 5 and 6 and work towards a degree qualification (BTh).
Qualifications
Level 4: Certificate of Higher Education in Workplace Mission and Ministry (Apprenticeship).
What are the entry requirements for this pathway?
All apprenticeship pathways in Wales have entry requirements.
If you are interested in undertaking this pathway – you need to have the following entry level qualification(s);
Level 4
There are no formal entry requirements for this pathway. However many employers will expect a high standard of literacy and numeracy e.g. GCSE grades A*-D, A Levels or a proven ability to work at this level, such as experience gained through employment or voluntary work.
- Trust, integrity and honesty are all characteristics valued by employers in the Church/Ministry services sector.
- DBS checks are essential as employees may well find themselves working with vulnerable adults and children.
- At least 12months experience of a Church Community.