HEART Institute

Frequently Asked Questions

This page contains answers to common questions handled by our staff, along with some other information that we have found useful and presented here as questions.

Note: In these answers we will follow a few general rules for our answers. All information posted here will be current as of the time this page was posted. We will update the information at least every Semester or when pertinent changes occur.

• What is H.E.A.R.T. ?
• What makes HEART special ?
• Who should attend ?
• Is there placement assistance available ?

What is H.E.A.R.T. ?
HEART is a unique interdenominational training center designed to prepare people to serve effectively in much the underdeveloped world. Relief and development skills are acquired through "hands-on" experience as well as classroom training. Students spend their time in a simulated underdeveloped world village located in sub tropical Florida. This is the only accredited facility of its type in the United States.

What makes HEART special ?
The staff at HEART is not only academically qualified, but also has the practical experience gained from actual time spent in the field. These instructors have truly practiced what they teach in a real world environment.

Who should attend ?
Students served are from the following fields: Missionaries, Christian development workers, Peace Corps volunteers, Work Camp groups, and nationals seeking realistic development skills for outreach. Through cooperative agreements with many other colleges and universities, students may attain credit toward their degrees by attending HEART

Is there placement assistance available ?
HEART does not send out missionaries of its own. After graduation, we will help you with making contact with mission agencies seeking trained missionaries. Our students have served with over 70 organizations, in over 90 countries worldwide.