Purpose DTS

The DTS is an intensive Christian discipleship course that begins with an 11-week lecture phase focused on spiritual growth and discovering your God-given purpose, followed by an 8–12 week practical field assignment to put your faith into action.

Course Details

DTS is a foundational course of YWAM and a prerequisite for certain University of the Nations programs. It builds character, deepens relationship with God, and helps students discover their gifts and callings, while preparing them to disciple the nations.

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3 men and 2 women standing side by side
Dates

6th June - 23th Oct 2026

Topics:
  • Nature and Character of God

  • Father Heart of God

  • Relationship with God & Hearing God’s voice

  • Divine plumbline

  • Relationship & personality type

  • Purpose driven life

  • Intercession & worship

  • Sin, Repentance and Restitution

  • Biblical worldview

  • Sharing the Gospel with the Lost

Course Fees

Registration fee: 15,000 FCFA for Cameroonian or $50 for international students

Lecture Phase Price - Included tuition, food and lodging:

Zone 0 Cameroonian & CEMAC: 400,000 FCFA
Zone 1 (African countries) : $950 USD
Zone 2(Latin America and Asia) : $1200 USD
Zone 3 ( Europe; Nord America) : 1700 USD

Outreach Phase Price:

Cameroon villages & cities: $625 USD


*Prices might change without prior notice and registration fee is non-refoundable.

Mode of Delivery Option: 

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a man in a black and grey outfit with his hands out
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woman in green and purple floral shirt smiling

Lecture phase – 3 Months.

Discover truth, find freedom, and let your spirit be healed.

During the course, you’ll grow in personal character, deepen your relationship with Jesus, and learn to hear His voice. You’ll also receive an introduction to basic medical skills (if you’re not yet a professional) and see how healthcare can be a powerful tool for sharing God’s love.

Lecture phase 8 -12 weeks.

A new adventure to share your faith…

In the outreach phase of the Discipleship Training School (YWAM-DTS), the entire school is sent out for 8-12 weeks of evangelism in cross-cultural situations. You will learn to work in a team, share the good news on the street, in the local churches, and practice leading intercession, worship and praise. We further equip and challenge you to share boldly your faith in a variety of ways and contexts.

Application

Completing this application is your first step towards joining us!
Starting your DTS journey is easy and straightforward. Just fill out a simple form, and then wait for one of our support team members to personally guide you through each step of the process.