One-to-One
Each Wednesday afternoon you will meet with a 2nd year or someone who has previously done Immerse to chat.
Metamorf - New Branding
The launch of our new branding for Metamorf, our 1 year gap year course.
To get some promo cards sent out to you, email us at info@youthdimension.org.au.
The launch of our new branding for Metamorf, our 1 year gap year course.
To get some promo cards sent out to you, email us at info@youthdimension.org.au.
Course Info
Metamorf: a one year course designed for people who have just finished year 12 and want to give themselves a good foundation in Christ before embarking on uni or work or the rest of life!
Metamorf: a one year course designed for people who have just finished year 12 and want to give themselves a good foundation in Christ before embarking on uni or work or the rest of life!
It runs from Tuesday to Thursday and focuses on 3 main areas:
Biblical – what you know
Character – who you are
Practical – what you do
Metamorf is different to Immerse in that it places a greater emphasis on ‘preparation for life’ than ministry specifically. Metamorfs explore issues of faith, values and personal development.
Our goal is to challenge and equip you to make God-centred decisions for each season of your life. We hope to see you grow in your love and passion for Jesus Christ, resulting in and undivided desire to pursue life to the full through Him.
Structure
The Metamorf year involves formal teaching time, practical ministry and input into the Youth Dimension community. The following is a list of formal subjects, ministry experience and community involvement in which Metamorfs will participate:
The Metamorf year involves formal teaching time, practical ministry and input into the Youth Dimension community. The following is a list of formal subjects, ministry experience and community involvement in which Metamorfs will participate:
| Head (Biblical Input) |
Heart (Character & Maturity) |
Hands (Practical Ministry) |
| Formal Teaching | ||
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Old Testament Overview
Daniel
Character of God
Mark
James
Guidance
Black, White or Grey
Local Church
Spiritual life
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Relationships
Stomping Out The Darkness
Studies in Life - Nooma
Time Management
Understanding Yourself and Others
Mentoring
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Summer Mission Training
Junior High Apologetics
How to Give a Talk Schools Ministry
Senior Student Lounge(Training Course)
Small Group Training
Student Focus(Training Course)
Testimonies
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| Ministry Experience | ||
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Summer Mission – 10 Day Outreach
Homeless Shelter Mission Trip - 1 week living at Homeless Shelter
Ministry Exposure Week - Meeting with Christian workers & seeing their ministries
Senior Student Lounge - Lunch-time outreach program in schools
Student Focus – Lunch-time outreach program in schools
Work Experience – 1 week
Barham mission trip – 1 week
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Training
We desire to see you equipped in ministry, and this is reflected in our preferred method of training:
We desire to see you equipped in ministry, and this is reflected in our preferred method of training:
1. We tell you
2. We show you
3. You do it with us
4. You do it by yourself, we watch
5. You do it without us
Cert IV in Christian Ministry & Theology (30772QLD)
During Metamorf you will be working towards a Cert IV in Christian Ministry & Theology (30772QLD). This is done through Australian Colleges of Ministries (ACOM). To achieve this you will need to demonstrate that you are competent to work in Christian ministry at a Certificate IV level. This qualification is recognised nationally under The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
During Metamorf you will be working towards a Cert IV in Christian Ministry & Theology (30772QLD). This is done through Australian Colleges of Ministries (ACOM). To achieve this you will need to demonstrate that you are competent to work in Christian ministry at a Certificate IV level. This qualification is recognised nationally under The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
There are 11 competencies you will need to meet:
| CMT007 | Discusses the nature of the Bible and present day Christian life and practise |
| CMT008 | Interprets theological data |
| CMT009 | Investigates information within a theological theme or issue |
| CMT010 | Gains new personal revelation |
| CMT011 | Explores ideas about God in relation to the way we live as Christians |
| CMT012 | Articulates theology in some depth using ordinary, everyday language |
| BSBCMN402A | Develops work priorities |
| CHCCD1B | Support community participation |
| CHCCD9B | Support community leadership |
| CHCCOM3C | Utilise specialist communication skills to build strong relationships |
| CHCGROUP3C | Plan and conduct group activities |
You will meet these competencies through involvement in your studies and through various practical ministry opportunities. The Certificate IV will prepare you for general service in your local church or Christian organisation by providing training in Bible, theology and ministry skills.
We are working with:
Youth Dimension is a part of the Australian College of Ministries Training Network - RTO #90965
Assessment
We aim to make the assessment as practical and natural as possible. You will be asked to demonstrate what you can do in each area of competency. Assessment may include any of the following methods:
We aim to make the assessment as practical and natural as possible. You will be asked to demonstrate what you can do in each area of competency. Assessment may include any of the following methods:
Observation of you in a ministry/practical context – school, Homeless week etc
An oral presentation on a topic or theme
A short written paper on a topic or theme
A portfolio of notes from a particular class
In class assessment –participation and contributions in the class
An interview with a staff member
Self-assessment
Community
Metamorfs will often say that being involved in the community has been a major impact of
their time at Youth Dimension.
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.”
Metamorfs will often say that being involved in the community has been a major impact of
their time at Youth Dimension.
Here are some elements of community life to look out for...
Your Metamorf Group
You will spend a lot of time together, including most classes with this group.
You will spend a lot of time together, including most classes with this group.
Boot Camp
Going away with other Metamorfs to set some foundational things into place and to deepen relationships with each other.
Going away with other Metamorfs to set some foundational things into place and to deepen relationships with each other.
Journaling Times
Sharing together with other Metamorf’s about what God’s been saying to you and praying for each other regularly.
Sharing together with other Metamorf’s about what God’s been saying to you and praying for each other regularly.
Prayer Day
Once a term the whole community stops for a day of prayer, worship and reflection.
Once a term the whole community stops for a day of prayer, worship and reflection.
Thursday Arvo’ Clean Up
We don’t have paid cleaners who come in and tidy-up after us! So we spend 45 minutes on Thursday afternoon working in teams on cleaning and odd-jobs that need attention.
We don’t have paid cleaners who come in and tidy-up after us! So we spend 45 minutes on Thursday afternoon working in teams on cleaning and odd-jobs that need attention.
Clean-Up Day
Once a term the whole community works together for a whole day to maintain the property and help out with production of materials for schools ministry.
Once a term the whole community works together for a whole day to maintain the property and help out with production of materials for schools ministry.
Wednesday Nights
Once a term we will join with the students.
Once a term we will join with the students.
How much you are willing to invest, to be vulnerable and to let others in will have a huge effect on your experience of the YD community.
Youth Dimension ‘Metamorf’ Expectations
Expectations of each Metamorf Student for the duration of the program...
Punctuality
Although the starting time is 8:30am, we expect you to arrive by 8:25am each morning. All cases of lateness will be recorded. Also, 5pm means 5pm. if for any reason you need to leave before 5pm prior permission must be granted by course coordinator.
Although the starting time is 8:30am, we expect you to arrive by 8:25am each morning. All cases of lateness will be recorded. Also, 5pm means 5pm. if for any reason you need to leave before 5pm prior permission must be granted by course coordinator.
Productive and efficient use of study/preparation time on site each afternoon
It is our expectation that all prep work is completed before the start of each session.
It is our expectation that all prep work is completed before the start of each session.
Additional study
One additional night set aside to complete unfinished work, extra study, revision or practice.
One additional night set aside to complete unfinished work, extra study, revision or practice.
Absence of Lateness
Notification of absence or lateness (before 8:30am) all lateness and absenteeism will be recorded.
Notification of absence or lateness (before 8:30am) all lateness and absenteeism will be recorded.
Phone Calls
Phone calls to be made during morning tea or lunch break. No mobile phone use outside of these times. Incoming calls will be recorded and passed on during breaks.
Phone calls to be made during morning tea or lunch break. No mobile phone use outside of these times. Incoming calls will be recorded and passed on during breaks.
Dress Sense
Neat casual dress (shoes optional) around the office, neat casual dress (shoes compulsory) when visiting schools.
Neat casual dress (shoes optional) around the office, neat casual dress (shoes compulsory) when visiting schools.
Local Church
Regular involvement in local church ministry and weekly attendance at church service.
Regular involvement in local church ministry and weekly attendance at church service.
Trips
Trip to Barham (Monday to Friday) training. Transport and accommodation are provided, you will need to bring money for food.
Trip to Barham (Monday to Friday) training. Transport and accommodation are provided, you will need to bring money for food.
Holidays
Six weeks holiday – dates confirmed in first term.
Six weeks holiday – dates confirmed in first term.
Fees
$2,900* paid upfront or in instalments this will cover costs as specified.
$2,900* paid upfront or in instalments this will cover costs as specified.
Additional Expenses
Occasional food or activity costs are a potential.
Occasional food or activity costs are a potential.
Spiritual Walk
A high standard of maturity and integrity befitting a child of the King. We don’t seek perfection, but a teachable heart after God, an openness to the Holy Spirit and the desire to be like Jesus.
A high standard of maturity and integrity befitting a child of the King. We don’t seek perfection, but a teachable heart after God, an openness to the Holy Spirit and the desire to be like Jesus.
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.”
* Fees as of Jan 2007, potential increase
Cost
The fee for one year of Metamorf is $2900. This includes:
The fee for one year of Metamorf is $2900. This includes:
Summer Mission
Orientation Week
Boot Camp
Text Books
Accreditation Fees
Other small costs may occur throughout the year. As an accredited course metamorf can apply for Youth Allowance. Monday and Fridays are left free for the Metamorf to use to earn money.
Apply for Metamorf!
Download the Metamorf Application Form to apply.
Fill it out and send it off to YD. We will then contact you for an interview.