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A place to belong, a place to find purpose

The YWAM Youth Precinct is an integrated adventure-based learning space complete with high and low ropes courses, a cafe, transitional accommodation and a multi-purpose youth space for seminars and other activities! 

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Check out the opportunities in how you can be involved today!

Adventure Based Learning

Adventure based learning programs are complete with a high and low ropes course, cafe, and multi-purpose youth space to run programs with a ‘learning by doing’ and ‘challenge by choice’ philosophy.



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School Seminars

Action-packed seminar takes students along an exciting journey to discover a variety of topics, empowering them to live holistic and healthy lives!

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Youth Adventures

Youth Adventures is the ultimate service based learning opportunity for young people. We do all the work for your school or youth group so you can do the mission!

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VETiS

Learning has never been so much fun! We offer several registered training programs for young people to explore their passions and get equipped in an incredibly vibrant environment.

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Transitional Accommodation

Collaborative transitional accommodation provides  a space for young women to find home, a place to belong and a safe community

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Community Cafe

Buying a cup of coffee can be your investment in transforming a community. YWAM currently runs a not-for-profit cafe that raises funds for the youth of our city!

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    Discipleship Training School - Townsville Campus

    Our Discipleship Training School (DTS) gives you the opportunity to set aside five and a half months of your life to grow in your faith while serving the world around you. After 13 weeks of training and discipleship at our campus in Townsville, Australia, we take you on nine weeks of cross-cultural outreach. The DTS is a life-changing experience! 

    10802NAT - Certificate III in Discipleship 

     

    Dates
    • 29 January - 30 June, 2023
    • 16 July - 15 December, 2023
    • 22 October, 2023 - 22 March, 2024

     

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    Discipleship Training School - Port Moresby Campus, Papua New Guinea

    The DTS will run from our new satellite campus in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. The DTS will include a unique combination of discipleship, hands-on missions experience during both lectures and outreach, and the opportunity to make history as we establish a new campus in Port Moresby for generations to come.

    Dates
    • 29 January - 30 June, 2023
    • 16 July - 15 December, 2023

     

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    Resources

    Joining us for a Discipleship Training School (DTS) or Gap Year with us soon? We have compiled a few resources to help prepare you for the amazing journey that’s ahead!

     

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    For Parents

    Do you have a child that is interested in a YWAM DTS or Gap Year? We have created some resources for you as your child navigates their YWAM experience. 

     


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    Global Health & Development Gap Year

    Our Global Health & Development Gap Year calls those whose heart beats to see communities thriving - physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. The Global Health & Development Gap Year is designed for both those that have experience in the health / community development industry, and for those who are starting out on their journey of healthcare in missions.

    10802NAT - Certificate III in Discipleship

    HLT31220 - Certificate III in Basic Health

    HLTAID009 -  Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

    HLTAID013 - Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site 

    HLTAID014 -  Provide Advanced First Aid

    Dates

    17 July 2022 - 30 June 2023 (Townsville Campus only)

     

     

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    Media & Radio Gap Year

    Good communication is essential for strong relationships, healthy families, and communities! Our mission is to train and equip effective communicators to share good news and influence change. 

    Our Media & Radio Gap Year program is designed to help you grow in your faith while sharpening your skills in the creative arts industry. You will have the opportunity to put your skills into action both on the field and in an office environment.

    10802NAT - Certificate III in Discipleship

    CUA31020 - Certificate III in Screen and Media

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      Volunteer

      Whether you are an experienced health professional, a university student, an enthusiastic young person, or a skilled mariner, we invite you to register interest for outreaches in Papua New Guinea.

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      Advocate

      Join the YWAM Medical Ships team by becoming a Community Ambassador or Youth Ambassador in your local community. 

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      The Ship

      The MV YWAM PNG is equipped with a dental clinic, day procedure unit, laboratory, four patrol tenders, and accommodation for 130+ volunteers. 

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      Our Footprint

      Delivering basic services in Papua New Guinea (PNG) poses enormous challenges with 84 percent of the population living in remote, rural areas.

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      View the current location of the MV YWAM PNG!

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      Join YWAM Staff

      Our volunteer staff team is a diverse mix of different nationalities, ages, skills, giftings, and backgrounds. Their dedication and passion makes what we do possible and we are always looking to expand our team!

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      Communication

      Good communication is essential for strong relationships, healthy families, and communities! Our mission is to help mobilise effective communicators to share good news and influence change. Our communication pathways are tailored to suit your level of experience and the time you are willing to invest.

       

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      Global Health

      Our global health pathways include options for both experienced healthcare professionals, and those who are looking to be trained. Whether you are supporting logistics or in the thick of treating patients in a remote village, you can be assured that you will play a vital part in helping to build healthy lives, communities, and nations!

       

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      Hospitality

      Hospitality is a powerful gift that helps build community and shows care for the individual. Our hospitality pathways are designed to help equip you to deliver various aspects of hospitality with excellence.

       

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      Events

      Events have the power to strengthen hope and build community. Our events pathways will equip you to create unique events with excellence and a bit of pizazz!

       

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      Training

      Training is the key to multiplication! Our training pathways are about equipping others with the skills, knowledge, and character they need to serve communities.

       


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      Youth Precinct

      We recently acquired a facility in Townsville's CBD for the purpose of establishing a vibrant youth precinct. The property includes a 32 bedroom residential facility, a large warehouse, and a substantial outdoor space, all just half a block from the YWAM Townsville City Campus.

       

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      Youth Adventures

      Youth Adventures is the ultimate service based learning opportunity for young people. We do all the work for your school or youth group so you can do the mission!

       

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      School Seminar Program

      Our school seminar programs are designed to empower and motivate youth to live full and productive lives. Book these engaging and interactive seminars to strengthen your young people. 

       

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      VET in Schools

      Vocational education is one of the best ways for young people to explore their passions and get equipped. We offer several registered training programs for youth. In addition to all of the expected elements of a training program, our courses have an emphasis on building good character and the soft skills needed to be employable, while also giving students the chance to practice their skills within our organisation. 

       

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      Youth Ambassadors

      As a Youth Ambassador you will have the opportunity to lead your peers and the wider community in helping to support the work of YWAM Medical Ships in Papua New Guinea.

       

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      Work Experience

      We offer the opportunity for students to complete their work experience at our city campus in Townsville. This unique opportunity gives students the ability to not only explore a future career pathway, but also get a taste of working with a local charity that is dedicated to serving the community.

       


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      VET in Schools

      Vocational education is one of the best ways for young people to explore their passions and get equipped. We offer several registered training programs for youth. In addition to all of the expected elements of a training program, our courses have an emphasis on building good character and the soft skills needed to be employable, while also giving students the chance to practice their skills within our organisation. 

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      Apply Port Moresby

       
      Discipleship Training School

      Our Discipleship Training School (DTS) gives you the opportunity to set aside five and a half months of your life to grow in your faith while serving the world around you. After 13 weeks of training and discipleship at our campus in Townsville, Australia, we take you on nine weeks of cross-cultural outreach. You will also have the option of choosing an elective, giving you the opportunity to explore your passions and calling. The DTS is a life-changing experience! 

      10802NAT - Certificate III in Discipleship 

       

      Townsville Campus 
      • 29 January - 30 June, 2023
      • 16 July - 15 December, 2023
      • 22 October, 2022 - 22 March, 2024
      Port Moresby Campus
      • 29 January - 30 June, 2023
      • 16 July - 15 December, 202
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      Introduction to Global Health & Development

      Be immersed in a powerful combination of essential basic healthcare knowledge and community development training, with a focus on preventing illness, promoting holistic wellbeing, and empowering communities to develop their strengths.

      Townsville Campus

      No upcoming dates

       
      Port Moresby Campus
      • 17 July - 16 December, 2022
      • 16 July - 15 December, 2023
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      HLT31220 - Certificate III in Basic Health

      HLTAID009 -  Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

      HLTAID013 - Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site 

      HLTAID014 -  Provide Advanced First Aid

      HLT31220 - Certificate III in Basic Health

      HLTAID009 -  Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

      HLTAID013 - Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site 

      HLTAID014 -  Provide Advanced First Aid

       

      Apply Townsville

      Apply Port Moresby
      Discipleship Bible School

      During the course, you will have an opportunity to dig deep into the Bible, reading through all 66 books, gaining an overall perspective of God’s story. You will learn techniques for effective Bible study, and a series of speakers will help unlock the Bible’s fascinating content.

       

      Townsville Campus

      To be announced
      Port Moresby Campus

      29 January - 30 June 2023
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      Purpose & Leadership Development

      An internship with a difference! This is a two year, hands on course that trains you in the core aspects of being a full-time volunteer with YWAM anywhere in the world. The skills and knowledge you will gain during the two years apply to much more than just the missions context, they can be transferred to your next job, ministry opportunity, or further study. 

      10899NAT Certificate IV in Christian Missions

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      Advanced Leadership Development

      The Advanced Leadership Development  is a hands-on, two-year course that gives you the opportunity to develop your understanding of leadership from a Biblical perspective. The training includes a combination of classroom-style learning, practical application, and mentoring. 

      10944NAT Diploma of Christian Missions Leadership

       

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      Introduction to Radio & Media

      Introduction to Radio & Media will equip you as a radio announcer, podcaster, or audio producer. As part of your training, you will be working at 99.9 Live FM where we are announcing to over 26,000 listeners in North Queensland with the message “It's Good to Be Alive.” 

      CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media

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      Provide First Aid

      During this course you will be equipped with the skills to respond and provide first aid for accidents and injuries, provide life support, provide CPR and manage a casualty’s condition until further help or assistance is available. Your training will be a combination of theory and practical hands-on experience to equip you to assist others in need.

      HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

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      Our Training Approach

      Our vocational training is designed for those who are seeking not only a qualification, but also an opportunity to use their vocation to serve others. We combine elements of informal, formal, and non-formal education to not only impart knowledge and skill, but also good character, important life skills, and the motivation to serve and invest into the lives of others.

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      Volunteer

      Looking for an opportunity to serve while meeting new people and experiencing a new culture? We have a range of dynamic volunteering opportunities in both Australia and Papua New Guinea for both groups and individuals of all ages.

       

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      Mission Build

      Mission Building is a volunteer program that gives you the opportunity to experience life at our campus all while supporting our work in Australia and PNG. Join us for two weeks to three months at a time that suits you!

       

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      Medical Ship

      Whether you are an experienced health professional, university student, enthusiastic young person, or skilled mariner, we invite you to consider volunteering aboard the MV YWAM PNG in Papua New Guinea!

       

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      Discipleship Training School

      Our Discipleship Training School (DTS) gives you the opportunity to set aside five and a half months of your life to grow in your faith while serving the world around you. After 13 weeks of training and discipleship at our campus in Townsville, Australia, we take you on nine weeks of cross-cultural outreach. You will also have the option of choosing an elective, giving you the opportunity to explore your passions and calling. The DTS is a life-changing experience!

      10802NAT - Certificate III in Discipleship 

      Townsville Campus
      • 30 January - 1 July, 2022
      • 17 July - 16 December, 2022
      Port Moresby Campus
      • 23 January - 2 July, 2022

       

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      Youth Adventures

      Youth Adventures is the ultimate service based learning opportunity for young people. We do all the work for your school or youth group so you can do the mission!