LAMI training is individualized and flexible to meet the needs of various types of candidates and their unique field and job requirements. In addition to placement in contexts similar to future field assignments, LAMI staff work to ensure that instruction and field assignments help to develop the unique set of competencies required by each individual's future ministry. Frequent debriefs with instructors and mentors leave room for flexibility to meet emerging needs as they arise. Goals and objectives for key competency areas enable participants to identify the kind of learning that is expected as well as what is accepted as valid evidence of goal achievement. To see that this happens, the LAMI training is designed to be people and mentor intensive.
Participants meet weekly with personal mentors specializing in specific competency areas.
Mentors provide opportunity for close debriefing on what is being experienced and the processing of new concepts. They work with participants to overcome specific problems and discover new opportunities for learning. They closely monitor participants' progress and provide accountability and encouragement. The program focuses on experiential learning through observation and participation, dialogue and action reflection exercises. Child care is also provided for preschoolers.