DIPLOMA OF
DEACON LEADERSHIP (DIP.DL)
Equipping Servant Leaders for Practical Ministry
2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits 64 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Certificate of Diaconal Studies, or an equivalent certificate from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $200
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty
Diaconal Studies
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 64 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
- Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
- Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Deacon
Church Administrator
Pastoral Care Assistant
Community Ministry Worker
Outreach Coordinator
Christian Service Leader
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Diaconal Studies (Dip.DS) is a comprehensive academic and ministry-training program designed to prepare students for effective service in Christian care, church leadership support, and community ministry. This program integrates biblical studies, servant leadership, pastoral care, practical theology, and ministry skills to equip believers for compassionate service within the church and the wider community. Students develop the knowledge, character, and competencies necessary to fulfill the biblical ministry of the deacon with integrity, wisdom, and Christ-centered compassion.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Servant Leadership Development
Biblical Care Ministry
Christian Ethics Application
Church Service Administration
Community Outreach Engagement
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DDS 101 |
Introduction to Deacon Ministry |
3 |
|
DDS 102 |
Biblical Foundations of Servant Leadership |
3 |
|
DDS 103 |
Spiritual Formation and Personal Discipline |
3 |
|
DDS 104 |
Essentials of Church Administration |
2 |
|
DDS 105 |
English for Leadership Studies I |
2 |
|
DDS 106 |
Ministry Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DDS 111 |
Old Testament Survey for Deacons |
3 |
|
DDS 112 |
New Testament Survey for Deacons |
3 |
|
DDS 113 |
Pastoral Care and Mercy Ministries |
3 |
|
DDS 114 |
Church History I (Early Church & Role of Deacons) |
3 |
|
DDS 115 |
English for Leadership Studies II |
2 |
|
DDS 116 |
Ministry Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DDS 201 |
Theology of Service and Humility |
3 |
|
DDS 202 |
Acts of the Apostles and Early Deacons |
3 |
|
DDS 203 |
Systematic Theology I (God, Christ, Spirit) |
3 |
|
DDS 204 |
Church History II (Medieval to Modern Deaconate) |
3 |
|
DDS 205 |
Homiletics for Deacons (Teaching & Exhortation) |
2 |
|
DDS 206 |
Ministry Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DDS 211 |
General Epistles and the Diaconal Call |
3 |
|
DDS 212 |
Systematic Theology II (Salvation, Church, Last Things) |
3 |
|
DDS 213 |
Christian Ethics and Social Responsibility |
3 |
|
DDS 214 |
Deacon Leadership in the Local Church |
3 |
|
DDS 215 |
Research & Writing for Ministry |
2 |
|
DDS 216 |
Ministry Practicum IV |
2 |
Ready to Take the Next Step in Ministry?
Develop biblical knowledge, ministry competence, and leadership excellence through our Diploma Program designed for meaningful Kingdom impact.
