TRAINING

Presented by the ACCVIC State Executive

The ACC Pastors intensive includes an 'Orientation to Ministry (online)" and a 2 day in-person "Ministry Essentials" workshop. This course boasts a strong line up of experienced presenters who will go through the 12 modules with attendees.

PMC holders are required to have attended this course before receiving their OMC. 

Presented by Ps Graham Shand

The Mentoring Program seeks to assist our Senior Pastors in developing themselves to operate from a place of health, both spiritually & physically.

The program was launched in March 2012 and has quickly become a valuable tool in assisting Senior Pastors in the development of healthy lifestyle and ministry practices.

Presented by Open Learning

This training is a requirement for all ACC Credential holders or those applying for a credential who have not completed the face-to-face induction workshop. 

This is in depth training and is also recommended for board members and key team leaders - particularly those in children’s or youth ministry. This training can be done individually or as a facilitated group.

Presented by Youth Alive VIC

Every year Youth Alive hosts leadership training days in various locations around the state.

The purpose of these days is to equip and inspire youth pastors and leaders with the tools and strategies they need to grow their local youth ministry.

Presented by Youth Alive VIC

The Youth Alive Academy is like no other place to study. It is an eclectic mix of Higher Education study, specialising in youth / young adult ministry, as well as biblical studies.

 Youth Alive Academy operates in partnership with Alphacrucis College and provides both theological and practical training.

Presented by Alphacrusis (Online)

The AC Governance Essentials Course is short course designed to help anyone involved in governance (senior ministers, board members, general managers, etc.), to gain a deeper understanding of essential elements necessary to establish an effective structure. This will be particularly beneficial for teams to go through together. Everyone from the novice to the experienced will find something to help sharpen this crucial element of their organisation.

Presented by ACC Indigenous Initiative

The ACC Indigenous Initiative is a national strategy committed to creating awareness and engaging with the Indigenous people of Australia. The Indigenous Initiative is available to host workshops with your team to help you become more effective in proactively engaging with your community. These workshops are incredibly valuable for those ministering in areas with higher density populations of Aboriginal people & aslo for those seeking to increase their awareness.

Presented by ACC KIDS

The Victorian leg of the Kidshaper National Tour is held annually and is open to all Children's Pastors and leaders across Victoria. This event is a fantastic opportunity to be connected, trained and ministered to.

With respected guest ministry, fantastic praise and worship and practical training, your Children's Ministry team will benefit from the Kidshaper National Tour.

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Alphacrucis College is the national ministry training college of the ACC, shaping and forming students to make an impact in the worlds of Arts, Business, Chaplaincy, Counselling, Education, Ministry, Music and beyond.

They offer a range of VET, Bachelor and Masters courses and have campuses throughout Australia and online.

Presented by Chaplaincy Australia

Care Essentials is designed to equip and assist leaders & teams caring for people experiencing personal and interpersonal challenges.

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Available Workshops:

1. Pastoral care & boundaries in ministry

2. Building resilience & expanding capacity

3. Grief, loss & trauma

4. Suicide prevention

Presented by Chaplaincy Australia

This two day certified course is presented by trained professionals and covers Mental Health First Aid and how leaders can effectively navigate issues connected with mental health.

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This course can be booked in for teams of up to 25.