Community Development For Missions (CDFM)

Prerequisite

Successful completion of the Discipleship Training School.

Course Description

The School of Community Development For Missions is based on God's instruction for us to love our neighbor, help the poor and disciple the nations. The goal of CDFM is to equip missionaries with a skill-set in community development; and see communities around the world empowered to escape the trap of poverty and take control of their own lives.

Students will learn key concepts in successful community development and be introduced to issues faced in developing countries. The school provides tools in community assessment and guidance on how to implement projects. A graduate of the school will be equipped with practical tools, resources and contacts to pursue their specific area of interest.

Curriculum

• The "Poverty Trap". Understanding the causes of poverty and the history of developing countries.
• Elements of a Functioning and Developed Community
• Gods Heart for the Poor
• The Development Workers Growth and Preparation
• Principles of Community Development and Common Pitfalls to avoid
• Health Promotion, Nutrition and Disease Prevention
• Primary Health Care
• Water & Sanitation
• Food Production
• Business: Micro-enterprise and Micro-credit
• Education: Training of Trainers
• Project Management
• Disaster Relief Training
• Hands-on Practical Training (e.g. making soap and filter construction)

Cost

$3,595.00 USD for the twelve week lecture phase. This cost includes tuition, food and housing. There is an additional cost for books, personal care and laundry money, extra activities, and personal snacks. Your tuition is due upon arrival. Keep in mind that the tuition for the CDFM is not tax-deductible.

OUTREACH: Students must complete the 2-month outreach*. This will allow them to experience and apply what they have learned during the lecture phase. We will seek to partner with an established and successful organization that is already working in the field of community development. *Outreach location and price will vary and be presented during your school. 

$2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD for the eight week international outreach phase including debrief. This cost includes airfare, visas, landing fees, immunizations, meals, housing, travel fees, and additional outreach costs. All personal care and laundry money, extra activities, souvenirs, and personal snacks will be extra. Your first outreach payment of 50% will be due week four of your lecture phase.

Dates

January 3rd 2011 - March 20th 2011

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