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Programme Detail: SEAN discipleship and leadership development

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource SEAN discipleship and leadership development
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number
Description Providing resource workbooks and leaders' guides to local churches, for basic disciplines of the Christian life, and for Christian leadership development in a local church setting.
Keywords Abundant Life, The Big Picture, Life of Christ, SEAN
Languages Programme Available in English (USA); Spanish
Other Languages The SEAN courses are available in over 80 languages/cultures
Country and region where programme is available Canada / Countrywide; United States / Countrywide
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / General Bible; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others; Personal Life and Holiness / Practical Skills and Fitness
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Introductory
Cost Range From US$10 to less than US$100
Actual Cost $25 each workbook
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 2 or 3 years
Average hours of study per week 5
Methods of instruction Workbook study using programmed instruction, weekly small group interaction with a facilitator, ministry assignments in practical application, weekly quizzes and final exam for each of six segments of the course, each about a semester in length.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 75%
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.)
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 25%
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 200
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites personal faith in Jesus Christ, recommendation of local church leadership
Qualifications gained Diploma following completion of six semesters
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by
Other Accrediting Bodies