TRAINING
& DEVELOPMENT.

The Salvation Army currently offers three youth work training models.

Foundations 2024 application processing deadline: February 16th at the latest, to allow for applicant processing.

FOUNDATIONS OF YOUTH WORK.

Foundations of Youth Work is an entry level certificate recognised within The Salvation Army. It equips students with a foundational understanding of key components of youth work. Students are required to attend four training days and five coaching sessions over one year. The training days are held on Saturdays—two in Wellington and two online.

The course is beneficial for anyone involved in youth ministry, including employees, volunteers, key leaders, helpers and up-and-coming leaders. You must be at least 16 years old, and it is recommended for those who have been involved in youth ministry for 0-2 years, with no prior youth work training, or for those new to youth work within The Salvation Army.

Foundations 2024 applications are open, closing Friday 16th February.

(Please ensure applications are completed by the 16th at the latest, in able to account for processing through the corps/centre of origin, and Territorial Headquarters).

LAB APPRENTICE-
SHIP.

The Salvation Army Youth Work LAB Apprenticeship is a full-time, three-year commitment that includes undertaking practical youth work in a supportive environment at an approved LAB while studying for approved qualifications. It is for those wanting to train in youth work and who may sense a calling to this work as a ‘vocation’ or long-term career.

It is preferred that applicants have had prior involvement in the life of their corps/centre or divisional youth team as well as youth work practice experience.

LAB 2024 applications are now open, closing Friday 29th September.

DISTANCE APPRENTICE-
SHIP.

The Salvation Army Youth Work Distance Apprenticeship is a full-time, three-year commitment that includes undertaking practical youth work in your local corps/centre while studying for approved qualifications. It is for those wanting to train in youth work and who may sense a calling to this work as a ‘vocation’ or long-term career. 

It is preferred that applicants have had prior involvement in the life of their corps/centre or divisional youth team as well as youth work practice experience.

Distance LAB 2024 applications are now open, closing Friday 29th September.

Other Training Streams.

  • Booth College of Mission

    BCM consists of the School for Officer Training, the School of Bible and Mission, the Centre for Leadership Development, Youth Mission Training and an on-site Early Childhood Education Centre. 

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  • Praxis

    Praxis is a network of Christian practitioners in youth and community work that exists to support people who contribute to the development of young people in their communities. This includes providing certificate and diploma courses in youth work that blend an academic and practical approach to learning.

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  • Laidlaw College

    Laidlaw College is determined to train people of influence who will bring the clarity of grace and wisdom to the issues of the world. This is carried out through the following schools; Theology, Mission and Ministry, Education, Counselling, and their Graduate School.

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  • Revolution HAWAII

    If you are 18 to 29 and “in-between” majors, semesters, jobs or are just looking for a strong foundation for the rest of your life, Revolution Hawaii has opportunities designed to help you understand God more deeply, live more like Jesus and identify your unique purpose in reaching the world for Christ. 3-month or 12-month courses available.

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  • Eva Burrows College

    Eva Burrows College is the national learning centre of The Salvation Army in Australia and provides a wide range of flexible study options and learning resources including professional development, vocational training, officership, and higher education. They have campuses in Melbourne and Sydney and also offer online and blended learning options.

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  • Carey Baptist College

    Carey is more than just a place to gain a quality theological education; it’s a place to be part of a fun and caring community. Carey is also great for people just wanting to learn more about the Bible and theology.They offer a wide variety of study options, so check them out if that sounds like a bit of you.

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  • Pathways College of BIble & Mission

    Description As a Bible college, Pathways are 100% committed to giving their students a deep theological base. They also offer an internship, which requires 50% of a student's time to be spent working practically in their fields of ministry. Pathways believes this action/knowledge dynamic is how people truly learn and develop.goes here

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  • Project Adventure NZ

    Project Adventure NZ offers training workshops designed for leaders and facilitators interested in using dynamic, interactive methods of developing individuals and groups and who are looking to develop their facilitation skills.

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youth ambassador 2024

Are you passionate about social justice? Do you have a heart for positive change?

This opportunity will deepen your understanding of what Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking is, and how we can be part of the solution! You will engage with people globally as well as those in your own community! AND you will create and lead a project to raise awareness of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking.

There are 4 open positions for this role, so if this interests you, then apply apply apply!

Applications close Sunday 18th February 2024!