JOCUM ALMIRANTE TAMANDARE
YOUTH WITH A MISSION
Rua Vereador Wadislau Bugalski, 3826
Almirante Tamandare
PR
83511-000
Brazil
SCHOOLS RUN AT THIS LOCATION
Addictive Behaviour Counseling School ( CNH 321 )
This course equips students to bring freedom and restoration to those who are in bondage because of addictive behaviors. It explores the causes of severe physical, psychological, spiritual, and social problems that result from addictions. Topics include: a biblical understanding of addiction and recovery; the roots and the soil of addictive behaviors; definitions and criteria for diagnosis; world of addictions; skills in leading support and therapy groups; unhealthy and healthy family systems; healing the wounds of addictions; sexual abuse and other childhood traumas; stages of maturity and their relationship with addictions; working through grief, forgiveness and recovery; the brain and addictions; and the role of the church and community in the healing/recovery process; understanding the role of joy capacity and joy building in recovery of addictive behaviors.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addictive Behaviour Counseling School | CNH 321 | 12 | Portuguese |
Bible Core Course ( CHR 211 )
This Course gives students a very good understanding of the Inductive approach to studying the Bible They learn how to think critically, and are equipped with tools for life The students read through the whole Bible Every type of Biblical genre is studied, with books from both the Old and New Testament. All types of teaching and learning styles are experienced. NT Timeline and OT Timelines are completed, bringing a great overview of the Bible. Students learn how to memorize and meditate on the Word. They are given opportunities to gain experience in facilitating a Bible study They enhance their skills in teaching and preaching the Word. They study Hebrew poetry through Psalms and Proverbs Plus they study the Historical background of each book. They learn how to bring the Word into every part of their life, including Worship, Intercession and Prayer.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola de Fundamentos em Estudos Bíblicos | CHR 211 | 12 | Portuguese |
Discipleship Training School (DTS) ( DSP 211 )
This school is an intensive Christian discipleship course beginning with an 11 or 12-week lecture/teaching phase followed by an 8-12 week practical field assignment. It is a prerequisite for all other courses in the University of the Nations, and also serves to orient and prepare all new Youth With A Mission (YWAM) staff. The DTS is designed to encourage students in personal character development, cultivating their relationship with God and identifying their unique gifts and callings. Cross-cultural exposure and global awareness are special emphases throughout the course, preparing the students to evangelize and disciple current and future generations, answering the call to ""Go into all the world and teach (make disciples of) all nations."" (Matthew 28:19). The curriculum is in the following six major categories: God's nature and character; God's intention for individuals, peoples and nations; seeing all of life from God's perspective; redemption, sin, and the Cross; God's family - the Church; God's world - His call and commission; the ministries of YWAM.Focused DTS's: In some locations the DTS is offered with a particular focus, such as the Crossroads DTS, Operation Year DTS, University DTS, Sports DTS, Arts DTS, etc.Credit will be given for this course with satisfactory completion of DSP 212.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ETED Convencional | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Casa de Oração | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Reforma e Avivamento | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Comunidade | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Comunicadores | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Louvor | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Sakura | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| ETED Fé Cristã e Sociedade | DSP 211 | 12 | Portuguese |
Foundations for Counseling Ministry ( CNH 211 )
A course to equip those who feel called to reach out to broken, hurting people. As the entry course into degrees in the College/Faculty of Counseling and Health Care, it establishes the foundation stones for a biblical counseling ministry, especially within YWAM and the missions community. These foundation stones include a commitment to reach the lost; recognition that ministry involves the individual, the family and the community; the Divine Plumbline counseling model; and revelation as a key to change. In addition, each course may address specific counseling models or tools and specific counseling issues that are considered relevant to a particular target field or ministry.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundations for Counseling Ministry | CNH 211 | 12 | Portuguese | ||
| Foundations for Counseling Ministry | CNH 211 | 12 | Portuguese |
Foundations in Education ( EDN 211 )
Using Scripture as the standard for analyzing educational models and practices, this course provides potential educators and those who work with children in any context a solid foundation for their future work. The course focuses on the unique approach of Christian education with an overview of the physical, intellectual, moral, social/emotional, and spiritual development of children and youth. The nature of learning and the variety of learning styles is considered as well as the character development of effective teachers. Other topics include: classroom management, curriculum development, and the role of education in community development and world missions.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundations in Education | EDN 211 | 12 | Portuguese |
Jewish Studies Seminar ( CHR 181 )
The premise of the Jewish Studies Seminar is to present a series of preliminary studies about the Jewish people, addressing themes involving their history, culture, thought and biblical heritage, humanity.
School of Biblical Christian Worldview ( HMT/SCI 213 )
This course takes a historical look at the prevailing philosophies and ideologies that lie beneath the social and political issues of present day societies. It encourages students to become responsible Christians in society, and to exercise positive influence wherever they work and serve. Students delve into topics such as the meaning and components of a worldview and how to apply biblical Christian thinking to contemporary issues. Each student is required to write a paper under the guidance of an advisor. This course meets the U of N Core Curriculum requirement for Applied Christian Thinking.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Biblical Christian Worldview | HMT/SCI 213 | 12 | Portuguese |
School of Communication Foundations ( CMC 211 )
This program lays essential foundations in biblical communication, while advancing the individual's skill and confidence in speaking, writing and listening. It aims to sharpen the student's ability to communicate clearly through cross-cultural and interpersonal dynamics, and equips students with principles of preparing and delivering a message to a variety of audiences. Through provoking instruction and discussion, practical assignments, and video evaluation, students discover their place and potential as effective influencers in the public forum. This course meets the U of N Core Curriculum requirement for Communication.
| Course | Number | Credits | Languages | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Communication Foundations | CMC 211 | 12 | Portuguese |
School of Jewish Studies ( CHR 281 )
The purpose of the School of Jewish Studies is for equipping YWAMers with tools for relevant ministry among the Jewish people both in Israel and around the world. We also have a passion to have God’s heart for all the Peoples of the Middle East and seek to teach YWAMers how to have a “two eyed vision” (His eyes and heart for all peoples in the Middle East). Our aim and passion is to raise up long-term Christian workers to go equipped and energised with a passion to serve long-term in the Middle East. Topics include: Jewish history, culture, religion, and the land of Israel; relationship between the Church & the Jewish people; Jewish-Gentile issues in the New Testament; Introduction to Hebrew; ministry among Jews in Israel and in other nations; Messianic Judaism; Middle East and Islamic issues; evangelism in the Muslim world; Jewish Feasts & Jewish Roots; Messianic Prophecy & Theology; biblical covenant as relatting to God’s heart for Israel & the Jewish people.
Sports Leadership Training I ( SFT 184 )
Participants will gain skills in building effective teams, sports and the Bible, presenting the Gospel, leadership and management, and strategic sports ministry programs.