Have you ever wanted to become a pastor?
We know that pastors are a very special type of person, so we’re here to help you become one!
In this blog post, we’ll cover how to become a pastor in New Zealand.
How To Become A Pastor Nz
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Christian churches, their agencies and community organisations with people who can support and enhance the experience of their communities; and who have attained the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to obtain employment, or work in a voluntary capacity, under broad supervision, as pastoral leaders and support staff associated with a variety of pastoral work.
The Christian Studies strand allows people to focus on the principles of biblical theological education that underpin their ability to assist people, lead small groups in agencies and community organisations, and assist church leaders in the planning, organisation and delivery of a variety of pastoral ministry roles.
The Internship strand allows people to engage with and support their faith communities as guides, mentors and leaders in a local church, agency or community organisation. This strand combines theory and practical experience and will benefit graduates by enabling them to experience a real-life practical context.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Philosophy and Religious Studies at this level can earn:
$33,000
Median earnings one year after study
$35,000
Median earnings two years after study
$45,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
55%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2021
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Sir Robert Jones Refugee Daughters Scholarships
Provided by:
Refugees as Survivors New Zealand – Scholarship Co-ordinator
Website:
http://www.rasnz.co.nz
Value:
Course Costs
Quota New Zealand Educational Scholarship
Provided by:
Quota International of Auckland Inc.
Website:
http://www.quotanz.org
Value:
Maximum value of $5,000