SCHOOLS RUN AT THIS LOCATION
Chronological Bible Core Course ( CHR 211 )
This Course gives students a good understanding of the Inductive approach to Bible study, learning how to think critically, equipping them with tools for life. The students read through the whole Bible and 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. A NT Timeline and OT Timeline 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, and enhance their skills in teaching and preaching the Word. They study Hebrew poetry through Psalms and Proverbs and the historical background of each book.
This course can be taken online. See www.onlinesbs.org for details.
Chronological Bible Core Course ( CHR 211 )
This Course gives students a good understanding of the Inductive approach to Bible study, learning how to think critically, equipping them with tools for life. The students read through the whole Bible and 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. A NT Timeline and OT Timeline 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, and enhance their skills in teaching and preaching the Word. They study Hebrew poetry through Psalms and Proverbs and the historical background of each book.
This course can be taken online. See www.onlinesbs.org for details.
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: Nature and character of God, 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: 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.
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: Nature and character of God, 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: 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.
Missions Strategies ( CHR 199 )
Students may apply to receive credit for YWAM conferences or workshops that have been registered with the U of N. This credit is for highly interactive week-long events that include discussions around missions-oriented lectures, led by U of N and YWAM leaders. Participants will examine current worldwide missions goals and may be involved in planning for future training and ministries. This course may be repeated for a combined maximum of eight credits.
Missions Strategies ( CHR 199 )
Students may apply to receive credit for YWAM conferences or workshops that have been registered with the U of N. This credit is for highly interactive week-long events that include discussions around missions-oriented lectures, led by U of N and YWAM leaders. Participants will examine current worldwide missions goals and may be involved in planning for future training and ministries. This course may be repeated for a combined maximum of eight credits.
School of Live Sound in Mission ( ATS 267 )
To Train and equip students to strive for excellence in their sound profession in mission/ministry and formulate incredible live sound experiences for the congregation in the church, worship and music events, concert, YWAM bases, etc.
School of Live Sound in Mission ( ATS 267 )
To Train and equip students to strive for excellence in their sound profession in mission/ministry and formulate incredible live sound experiences for the congregation in the church, worship and music events, concert, YWAM bases, etc.
School of Transformational Business ( ECD 211 )
This course delves into the biblical foundation of "Business As Missions" (BAM), and trains participants in the basics of starting a business, as well as demonstrsting how business can be used in bringing the Gospel to restricted nations, empowering the poor and needy, leading to transformation of communities and nations. Some of the topics covered include understanding the concepts and history of missions in general and BAM in particular, entrepreneurship, creating vision and mission statements, developing a business plan, marketing, Innovation, sales and distribution, risk-taking in faith, and discipleship and leadership in business.
School of Transformational Business ( ECD 211 )
This course delves into the biblical foundation of "Business As Missions" (BAM), and trains participants in the basics of starting a business, as well as demonstrsting how business can be used in bringing the Gospel to restricted nations, empowering the poor and needy, leading to transformation of communities and nations. Some of the topics covered include understanding the concepts and history of missions in general and BAM in particular, entrepreneurship, creating vision and mission statements, developing a business plan, marketing, Innovation, sales and distribution, risk-taking in faith, and discipleship and leadership in business.
School of Worship ( CHR 261 )
The School of Worship is a three month course (followed by an 8-12 week field assignment) imparting foundational values and principles to those aiming to serve in worship among the nations. Topics include: character and lifestyle as a worshiper, understanding the work of the Holy Spirit in worship, applying worship principles within a cross-cultural context, the biblical and historical aspects of worship, leadership and teamwork, the dynamics of worship and intercession, prophetic ministry and worship, spiritual warfare, creativity and musicianship, and worship in missions and evangelism. Note: Each SOW varies in emphasis, please check individual SOW websites and folders.
School of Worship ( CHR 261 )
The School of Worship is a three month course (followed by an 8-12 week field assignment) imparting foundational values and principles to those aiming to serve in worship among the nations. Topics include: character and lifestyle as a worshiper, understanding the work of the Holy Spirit in worship, applying worship principles within a cross-cultural context, the biblical and historical aspects of worship, leadership and teamwork, the dynamics of worship and intercession, prophetic ministry and worship, spiritual warfare, creativity and musicianship, and worship in missions and evangelism. Note: Each SOW varies in emphasis, please check individual SOW websites and folders.