With the aid of objective evaluation and feedback , as well as seeing ministry modeled by their supervisors , the students are able to integrate classroom knowledge into practical ministry skills. The field experience in turn builds a greater motivation and hunger for further instruction and training . During the first year of their academic study, students will begin a discipleship-training program. Students are expected to spend a minimum average of 6 hours per week in their Field Education. The average of 6 hours per week should be devoted to ministry to both Christians and non-Christians.
EAST seeks to be sensitive to the present church involvement and commitment of the students.
At the same time, it is committed to providing ministry opportunities for its students under the supervision of a faculty member. Students can expect that some adjustments in their present ministry responsibilities may be needed in order to fulfil field ministry requirements. Part-time students are encouraged to register for their Field Education early in their study program in EAST . Field Education I should be completed during the first or by the end of the second year of their study. Field Education II should be completed by the end the fourth year of their study.