AIM
    Level 3
    QN: 603/5011/8
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    AIM Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Theology and Biblical Studies

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Other General Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 160 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Syllabus Units
    6 Units
    Guided Hours
    160 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Introduction to Biblical Theology

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the overall narrative of the Bible.
    • Understand the main themes of the Bible narrative.
    • Understand the relationship between the Old and New Testament.
    • Understand how Jesus is at the centre of the Biblical meta-narrative.
    • Understand the over-arching Biblical theme of the Kingdom of God.
    2

    Introduction to Exegetical Theology

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the composition and structure of the Bible today.
    • Understand the extent of trustworthiness of the Bible today.
    • Understand the devotional reading of Scripture compared to the study of structure.
    • Understand the main disciplines of theology.
    • Be able to study the Scripture using given exegetical tools.
    3

    Introduction to Old Testament Studies

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the meaning and the mandates of the Kingdom of God.
    • Understand the meaning of the Biblical concept of dominion.
    • Understand the ‘image of God’ and how this relates to multiplication.
    • Understand the mandate that mankind was given to work.
    • Understand the meaning of the mandate to manage or steward.
    • Understand the Kingdom mandate of marriage.
    4

    Introduction to Pastoral Theology

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the origins of the Church according to the Bible.
    • Understand the significance of local churches.
    • Understand the signs of a healthy church.
    • Understand the main groupings of spiritual gifts found in the Bible.
    • Understand how a local church is governed.
    • Understand the historical and current dangers that present risks to the Church.
    5

    Introduction to Spiritual Formation

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the writings on ‘Christian discipleship’, according to the Bible and other Christian mentors.
    • Understand the meaning of abiding in Christ and how to attain a fruitful Christian life.
    • Understand the Bible’s teaching about grace.
    • Understand the various ways in which God speaks.
    • Understand the areas of immersion required for spiritual formation.
    • Understand the Bible’s teaching about heaven and the kind of life that attracts reward.
    6

    Introduction to Systematic Theology

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith applicable to life stages.
    • Understand the meaning behind terms in the Bible.
    • Know how to explain true Biblical faith.
    • Know how the baptisms are applied practically.
    • Know how Authority is multiplied, according to the Bible.
    • Understand the Bible teachings about the resurrection of the dead.
    • Understand Bible teachings about eternal judgement.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/5011/8
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Qualification Type
    Other General Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2019