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Higher Certificate in Youth Work at Auckland Park Theological Seminary

Auckland Park Theological Seminary, South Africa

Programme overview

Higher Certificate in Youth Work (SAQA 111476, NQF Level 5, 120 credits) comprising theoretical work and a compulsory practical component. Presented as a distance learning programme supported by printed study material and online virtual classes.

Study mode: distance  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Eight modules of 15 credits each plus practical work in youth ministry done with the student's local assembly (specific ministry, general ministry involvement and hosting a youth ministry event).

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least one of: a National Senior Certificate meeting the subject-combination rules for Higher Certificate entry; an NQF 5 Higher Certificate; age over 23 with matriculation exemption; or age over 45.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

New students enrol twice a year, in January (first-semester modules) and in June (second-semester modules). Distance learning.

Prospective students may apply at any time; once approved, a student registers for the January or June semester. No application or registration fee is charged each semester.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ats.ac.za/apply/

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