LEARN ENGLISH
FOR PASTORAL MINISTRY
Welcome to ELSPM
ELSPM is a registered and accredited ELICOS provider in Melbourne, Australia,
specialising in teaching English to those involved in Christian ministry.
Our Purpose
We teach English to pastoral workers and theological students
in a supportive and friendly Christian environment.
ELSPM welcomes pastoral workers and theological students who do not have English as their first language.
Students develop skills in English in a Christian and theological environment which enables them to engage effectively in
pastoral ministry or continue theological studies. Contact us and learn english for pastoral ministry today!
Our Courses
All courses are accredited by the Australian Government and registered through the National ELICOS Accreditation Scheme (NEAS).
ELSPM is an approved provider for English preparation for Theological studies at the University of Divinity.
Learning Online or Onsite
We offer face-to face classes, and the possibility of online classes as well as a Remote English for Academic Purposes course.
Onsite Learning
ELPSM classes are conducted at the Yarra Theological Union in Box Hill, just 13km from central Melbourne. Melbourne is a safe and culturally diverse city that offers students many opportunities to practise their language skills in supportive communities. It is regularly rated as one of world’s most liveable cities (The Economist magazine).
Online Learning
Online classes are possible if there are sufficient enrolments at the same or similar level of language acquisition. The EAP program can be completed remotely with independent work.
All students, whether remote, online or onsite have access to support from the ELSPM staff, tutors and Student Counsellor.
In your language
Read about ELSPM in your language
Location
The ELSPM is located in Melbourne, regularly rated as the most livable city in the world by the Economist magazine.
It is a safe and culturally diverse city that offers students many opportunities to practise their language skills in supportive communities.
ELPSM classes are conducted at the Yarra Theological Union, situated at
13 kilometres from central Melbourne; the program follows the academic calendar of the University of Divinity.
Classes run in 10 week blocks from the last week in January with a two week break after each 10 week block.
Classes are held Monday to Friday and commence at 9.30am and conclude at 2.30pm.
