Discipleship Training School - DTS

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Course Details

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Course Number: DSP 211 & 212

Language: English

U of N credits: 12 + 10 (outreach)

Lecture Phase Fee: 2’900 Swiss Francs (incl. tuition, room and board)
(Category B: 2'200.-)
(Category C: 1'900.-) +80 for materials, books, etc.


Outreach Phase Fee: Approx 2500.- Swiss Francs
plus airfare (depending on location)

Our Focus

The DTS builds on the premise that by living as a community we can all learn from each other, regardless of culture or age. Every nation, tribe and tongue reflects the character of God and by living together we enable each other to see the different facets of who He is. Singles, couples and families are all welcome. The students often range in age from 17 to 77.

The DTS is an entry level school and a prerequisite for all other YWAM courses. 

What is a DTS?

The DTS is the foundational course for all those entering YWAM and its global university.

This life- transforming school infuses students with a passion for Jesus, for youth and for missions…

  • equips people of various ages and levels of spiritual maturity to grow in their relationship with God and to develop Christ-like character.

  • awakens a burden for the world's lost and hurting people, showing how individuals can be an influence for redemptive change in whatever job or country or sphere of society God may call them to serve in. Helps build a solid Biblical foundation for life, including an understanding of the nature and character of God and how to apply his truth and wisdom in everyday life.

  • Challenges Christian men and women to become active in service to their local church, their local community and in world missions and evangelism.

  • Imparts an understanding of YWAM international, its foundational values, calling and opportunities for service.

YWAM co-founder Darlene Cunningham says of the DTS:

"I believe it is the most important ministry/program we have in the whole of YWAM, because it is the doorway into the mission and the University of the Nations. It is the foundation for everything, where people are met with faith, where they come to understand the history and values of YWAM; where they are presented with mission opportunities ... and it's where their own vision may be fueled." We do hope, you will find your Destiny in God through out the school and we will look forward to hear from you as you process your journey with the Lord. May God richly bless you as you are seeking his direction for your life!"

Lecture Phase:

Subjects include Hearing the voice of God, Operating in the Prophetic, Prayer and Intercession, Daily walking with God, Worship, Spiritual Warfare, Identity, Father Heart of God, Missions and Evangelism, Relationships and Cultural Studies. For those who are thirsting for something deeper than just the 'every day' this foundational course will bring deeper intimacy, as we learn to hear the voice of God.

Outreach Phase:

The Lecture Phase is followed by an eight-week outreach. We have often ministered in Africa, Europe and beyond. Our leaders pray together with the school staff, just before the lecture phase begins, about the locations. 

Departure for outreach will be on Dec. 11