Start with the Foundation courses, which every ACS leader and volunteer completes, then choose a Specialisation that matches your ministry area. Use the buttons to filter by track.
FoundationACS Identity and Mission
Understand who ACS is, why we serve and how local ministry expresses Christ’s compassion.
FoundationCommunity Needs Assessment
Listen before acting, identify genuine needs and design services with—not merely for—the community.
FoundationCultural Competency
Serve people from diverse cultures with curiosity, respect, humility and practical inclusion.
FoundationEmotional Intelligence and Working Effectively with Others
Understand emotions, manage reactions, communicate respectfully and build productive working relationships in ACS teams.
FoundationMental Health First Aid
Recognise distress, respond calmly and connect people with appropriate professional support.
FoundationMental Health First Aid — ALGEE Framework
Recognize mental health crises and provide initial support with confidence.
FoundationThe Critical Journey
Develop reflective, resilient leaders who can grow through change, challenge and ministry responsibility.
Safety and ReadinessFirst Aid Essentials
Build first-response awareness and connect leaders with nationally recognised first aid training.
Safety and ReadinessWHS Essentials
Give leaders the safety foundations needed to protect volunteers, clients and community activities.
Emergency ResponseCommunity Disaster Response
Learn how to coordinate emergency relief efforts, set up distribution centres, manage donations, and support affected communities during natural disasters and crises. This course equips volunteers…
Emergency ResponseDisaster Response Specialist
Prepare ACS leaders to organise safe, coordinated community support during emergencies and recovery.
Relief and Practical SupportFood Services and Distribution
Plan safe, dignified food assistance for routine community programs and emergency operations.
Care and WellbeingAged Care and Welfare
Support older people with connection, practical welfare and respectful pathways to specialist assistance.
Care and WellbeingChaplaincy and Emotional Care
Equip trusted carers to offer calm presence, emotional support and requested spiritual care.
Care and WellbeingCommunity Health Advocate
Help communities access trustworthy health information, preventive support and appropriate services.
Children, Youth and FamiliesFamily and Youth Services
Design safe, strengths-based support for children, young people, parents and carers.
Leadership and OperationsBusiness Planning for ACS Programs
Turn a ministry idea into a practical, financially responsible service plan with clear outcomes and controls.
Leadership and OperationsLeadership and Team Coordination
Build healthy teams through clear roles, good communication, delegation and accountable leadership.
Business and MarketingDigital and Social Media Marketing
Plan useful digital content, publish consistently and protect dignity, privacy and the ACS reputation online.
Business and MarketingFundraising, Partnerships and Campaigns
Build ethical fundraising campaigns and community partnerships that are specific, transparent and aligned with ACS priorities.
Business and MarketingMarketing Foundations for Community Impact
Explain ACS services clearly, reach the right people and build trust without pressure or exaggerated claims.
Business and MarketingOp Shop Marketing and Customer Experience
Help an ACS op shop attract customers, increase useful donations and create a welcoming experience that supports its mission.