Small Group Leader Certificate Course Requirements at ATS
Auckland Park Theological Seminary
The Small Group Leader Certificate is a short Course / Skills Programme offered by ATS for 2027 learners. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study Small Group Leader Certificate at ATS
- No minimum admission requirements
About this course
The Small Group Leader Certificate is a vocational course for people who lead or want to lead home groups, cell groups or Bible study groups. It covers an overview of the Old and New Testaments and focuses on practical ministry skills needed to guide a group well.
There are no entry requirements, and it is studied by distance. It suits church members who are stepping into group leadership and want a better understanding of the Bible and how to care for the people in their group.
Possible careers
Small group, cell group or Bible study leader.
Course intelligence for Small Group Leader Certificate
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Small Group Leader Certificate doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list. That’s not a red flag on its own, most jobs in South Africa aren’t on that list, it just tracks where employers reported the strongest hiring pressure. Your own results, experience and network will matter more here than national demand trends.
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like ATS. Ask ATS directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
ATS’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with ATS and NSFAS.
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply online on the ATS website by choosing the certificate, or request a paper application from the administration office.
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Source: Official website: https://www.ats.ac.za/academic-programmes/, last verified 2026-09-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Auckland Park Theological Seminary before applying.