Our Company
Who We Are
Excel Theological Training Academy is a formal training institution that is registered as a private company in South Africa (Reg: 2020/654216/07.) The company has been started by two passionate well-experienced academics with a vision to train the untrained. This academy was specifically established to train leaders in South Africa through SAQA registered Qualifications or Part-Qualifications. The Training Academy is run by directors and a competent management and operational team and will provide skill orientated qualifications to students through training presented in classrooms and on an online basis. The Excel Academy team consists of well diversified and educated staff with many years of accumulated knowledge and experience and with a very good administrative and financial infrastructure.
What we offer
Excel Academy offers distance learning programs as well as training through learning points (for practical and workplace modules). These learning groups function under the guidance of qualified facilitators. To ensure quality control, all assessments are marked at the Excel’s Academy offices. All learners will receive their QCTO certificates after the successful completion of the learning programs and the external exams.
Well qualified lecturers will be available to teach the material and have sufficient practical experience to transfer knowledge.
- We have established a well-managed administrative system that forms the backbone of the training centre.
- Our excellent Learner Management System assists us in our critical operations with online capabilities.
- The student support system is in development and improved regularly so that it will be available five days per week.
- We are developing methods of approaching subjects that will help students get their minds around the theoretical modules.
- Our goal is to set up enough partnerships with community organisations and Churches where students can employ their acquired knowledge and practical experience in the workplace.
- We strive to produce a good model of assessment and feedback to the student to facilitate real learning.
Our Vision
We are committed to deliver value driven, practical and personally transformative training to Church leaders seeking professional skills development. Our course is specifically designed to meet all the ministry related requirements of individuals with a vision to change society, through proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver the highest quality training to Church leaders throughout South Africa. We believe that the teaching of sound knowledge, ethical and moral values will make a significant contribution to the sustainability of society. Excel Theological Training Academy exists to train leaders with applicable academic knowledge and practical leadership skills.
Statement of faith
- WE BELIEVE in God eternal, triune, almighty creator, sustainer and ruler of all creation.
- WE BELIEVE in God the Father, the author of creation and salvation.
- WE BELIEVE in Jesus Christ the only Son of God the Father, true God who for the sake of humanity and its salvation, descended from heaven and became flesh; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and was born by the virgin Mary; who lived on earth and was crucified, died and was buried, who rose from the dead and ascended into heaven where He is seated at the right hand of the Father.
- WE BELIEVE in the Holy Spirit, true God proceeding from the Father and the Son, who convicts the world of sin, righteousness and judgement and leads in all truth.
- WE BELIEVE that the Bible is the word of God, written by men as the Holy Spirit inspired them. We believe that it authoritatively proclaims the will of God and teaches us all that is necessary for salvation.
- WE BELIEVE that all human beings are created in the image of God; due to their sinful rebellion, this image is marred, that all have sinned before God and it is the will of God that all people should receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
- WE BELIEVE in the baptism in the Holy Spirit with the initial evidence of speaking in tongues as promised to all believers. We believe in the manifestation of the gifts and fruit of the Spirit in the life of a Christian. We believe that a Christian should be a disciple of Jesus Christ living a consecrated and holy life.
- WE BELIEVE that Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church which is constituted by the Holy Spirit and consists of born-again believers. The Church is responsible for the proclamation and demonstration of the gospel and God’s will to all people. As a charismatic community they fellowship with and edify one another.
- WE BELIEVE that the believer’s baptism, by immersion and the Lord’s Supper are instituted by Jesus Christ to be observed by the Church.
- WE BELIEVE that at the time appointed by God, Jesus Christ will come to take away his Church.
- WE BELIEVE in a day of judgement when Jesus Christ will judge the living and the dead.
- WE BELIEVE in the resurrection of the body and eternal life for the righteous and eternal punishment for the wicked.
- WE BELIEVE in the new heaven and the new earth where God will reign in glory.
Study Models
Excel Academy has different training options. Contact sessions in our different learning centres, online and blended learning. Contact sessions will take place at different learning centres and at an arranged time. The student choosing this option must attend the training at a specific accredited venue preferably near to where they live. All travelling, refreshments, and lunch will be at the student’s own expense. Different options are available for students who choose online training. A well-developed Learner Management System (LMS) is at the disposal of students that can facilitate the student to complete the theoretical modules. Virtual classes are also available with Zoom as a platform. Students choosing this method will have to download Zoom on a laptop (preferably) or cell phone (sometimes too small a screen). They must have enough internet data and a stable connection. Blended learning refers to a mix of all the above, which can suit each student’s specific needs and position.
OUR QUALIFICATIONS
All of our qualifications are registered at the Council of the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
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QCTO is responsible for the accreditation of Skills Development Providers (SDPs) of where Excel Theological Training Academy is registered. We have two pastoral qualifications whereby we want to train the untrained pastor as well as lay workers that want to become part of ministry in a responsible way.
NQF2
Our NQF2 level qualification is “Christian Religious Practitioner”. This qualification facilitates the effective practice of ministry work within a specific congregation/faith community to encourage spiritual formation, to nurture fellowship and mutual care within the congregation/faith community, to help members develop a Christian lifestyle, to provide Christian leadership, to ensure organisational well-being, and to facilitate appropriate responses of the congregation/faith community to needs in the wider society. This is a 1-2 year qualification that depends on the specific circumstances of the student. With this qualification, the learner can become a lay pastor or an assembly leader and register on the appropriate level with the Association of Christian Religious Practitioners (ACRP) in South Africa. ACRP is a professional body for people serving in the field of religious and ministry profession. This professional body functions in the structure of different professional councils: Council for General Ministry Practitioners (CGMP);Council for Training Practitioners (CTPC) and Council for Pastoral and Spiritual Counsellors (CPSC).
NQF5
Our NQF5 level qualification is “CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS PROFESSIONAL.” This qualification prepares a learner to operate as a Christian Religious Professional. A Christian Religious Professional directs and conducts the ministry functions in a faith community to facilitate spiritual formation; nurture fellowship and mutual care within the faith community; helps members to develop a Christian lifestyle; provides strategic leadership that leads to obedience to a vocation and well-being and sustainability of the faith community, and develops a mission practice that shares the good news of Jesus Christ and serves the holistic well-being of the entire community. With this qualification, the learner can become a pastor and register on the appropriate level with the Association of Christian Religious Practitioners (ACRP) in South Africa. ACRP is a professional body for people serving in the field of religious and ministry profession. This professional body functions in the structure of different professional councils: Council for General Ministry Practitioners (CGMP); Council for Training Practitioners (CTPC) and Council for Pastoral and Spiritual Counsellors (CPSC).
AFFORDABILITY
Excel Academy believes that training must be accessible and affordable to every person that believes he or she is called to ministry. Therefore, our programs are very affordable with different payment options.
Keys to success
For Excel Theological Training Academy, several keys are important to ensure success:
Well qualified lecturers are available that will be able to teach the material and have sufficient practical experience to transfer knowledge.
We have established a well-managed administrative system that forms the backbone of the training centre. Our excellent learner management system assists us in our critical operations with online capabilities.
The student support system is in development and regularly improved so that it is available five days per week.
We are developing methods of approaching subjects to help students get their minds around the theoretical modules.
Our goal is to set up enough partnerships with community organisations and Churches where students can employ their acquired knowledge and practical experience in the workplace.
We strive to produce a good model of assessment and feedback to the student to facilitate real learning.