We know of no other training program that places participants in the homes, communities and churches where they begin learning experientially their field language, culture and religion. The focus is not on dispensing information and knowledge, but acquiring skills, modifying behavior and developing attitudes appropriate for effective cross-cultural ministry.
Participants develop skills for language training by using native speakers of their target language.
They learn to work with language informants, develop and expand tests, and build relationships in ethnic communities. Participants live, learn, and minister in a community approximating the culture of their target people group.