NEW DATES & DETAILS FOR 2026
Applications for 2026 are now open!
‘… the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.’ 2Tim2:2
Albany Ministry Training (AMT) is a non-denominational Christian training initiative based at Living Water Anglican Church in Albany, Western Australia.
Jesus said… ‘The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.’ Matt 9:37-38
Albany Ministry Training works in partnership with both Eastern College Australia (RTO 22065) under the auspices of Melbourne School of Theology, as well as the Great Southern Training Hub based in Albany, to deliver the VET accredited Diploma in Christian Ministry & Theology (11238NAT).
Units of Study:
Jesus and His Teachings: Study the first century Jewish and Greco-Roman contexts of Jesus, the historical reliability of the Gospels, the person and work of Jesus, and special focus on the Sermon on the Mount.
Worldviews & World Religions: Compare Worldviews and World Religions
Practices of Christian Communities: Compare and explain key Christian beliefs and practices including Salvation, Baptism, Communion and Spritual Warfare.
Walking by the Spirit: Explain and discuss the person and work of the Holy Spirit
Caring for Self: Develop Self-Awareness & Develop and Implement self-care strategies in ministry
Teaching Scripture: Prepare and preach a sermon & Research Christian Scripture and Theology
Growing in Leadership: Provide Leadership in a Christian Organisation
The Story of the Church: Develop and apply knowledge of Church History
Primary Trainers
Revd. Shane Marques is an Anglican Minister and has been the Senior Minister of Living Water Anglican Church since 2014. Shane was ordained in 2008 and is originally from South Africa where he gained 10 years experience pastoring youth, young adults and families. He has a BTh from George Whitefield College, Cape Town. Shane's theolgoical interests lie in synthesising Biblical, Systematic and Historical theology in order to faithfully reach and disciple this present generation with the life transforming gospel of Jesus Christ.
Revd. Dr. Richard Goetz is an Associate Minister at Living Water Anglican Church, in Albany, WA. Richard also teaches secondary Religion and Life courses at a local Christian School. He is an American who comes to Albany and Living Water after twelve years of seminary teaching in Singapore where he taught theology, church history, apologetics, ethics and practical theology. Richard earned his PhD in theology from Marquette University and his MA in theology from Wheaton College Graduate School, both in the US. In addition to his graduate degrees and teaching experience, he also has thirteen years of pastoral experience as youth pastor, discipleship pastor and church plant lead pastor. Richard teaches from both a solid academic background and a wealth of practical ministry experience.
How can I find out more?
Please complete an Expression of Interest form at this link.
Express your Interest here
Prerequisites: None
Lecture Venue:
Lectures take place at Living Water Anglican Church on Thursdays from 8.30am till 3.30pm during school term time. Students may also participate remotely via livestream.
Important Dates:
Information Evening, Cheese and Wine: Tuesday 14th October 2025 6.30pm at Community House, Living Water Anglican Church.
Orientation Session: Tuesday evening. 3rd Feb, 7 - 8pm at Living Water Anglican Church..
Semester 1
First Quarter: Start: 5 Feb to 26 March
Second Quarter: 23 April to 2 July
Mid year Break
Semester 2
Third Quarter: 23 July to 24 September
Fourth Quarter: 15 October 17 December
Graduation event date to be announced.
Fees 2026
Diploma in Christian Ministry and Theology
Total Fee: $4150.00
Payment Structure:
Initial payment of $750.00 is payable upon confirmation of successful enrolment.
Followed by 4 quarterly payments of $850.00 each.
Term1 payment due on 19th Feb
Term 2 payment due on 7th May
Term 3 payment due on 6th August
Term 4 payment due on 29 October
[There is a 5% discount available for total fees paid up front before 31 January 2026)
Contacts:
Enrolments Administrator: Anne Pinchen admin@lwac.org.au
If you'd like to find out about the Internship Programme that also runs at Living Water, please click here
