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PRIMARY HEALTH CARE SCHOOL

Holistic health training for real-world mission impact

Learn from experienced healthcare professionals and missionaries on the field

You will be introduced to human body anatomy and physiology and trained in practical health assessment skills such as patient interview, vital signs, physical examination etc. You will learn how to diagnose, treat, and prevent 70% of tropical diseases found in a developing community. You will promote holistic well-being through health education and prevention. Students will understand how God’s desire to heal the whole person looks like as you care for each part of an individual—body, soul, and spirit.

Outreach phase 8-12 weeks

Go beyond, share the gospel, and heal the sick. You will have the opportunity to put your skills and faith in action through remote and urban clinical settings, health teachings, prayer and evangelism. Experience working in a team and empower others to develop their strengths in a different cultural environment.

Programme Information

DATES

14 May - 01 October 2027

FEES*

Our fees are based on the nationality of the applicant. This fee structure (want to know more about it?) allows students from less privileged backgrounds to join our training. The fees are in South African Rand, including tuition, food, and housing for 11 weeks.

PRICES 2026:

South Africans (subsidised): R28,950
Zone 1 (African countries): R30,950
Zone 2 (Latin America and Asia): R36,350
Zone 3 (North America, Europe, and Oceania): R45,350

*Prices might change without prior notice.
**Resources and extra equipment per student: R3500

APPLICATION

Prerequisite: Completion of a YWAM-DTS (Discipleship Training School)