Program Overview
Cultivating the Mind for Truth, a Heart for Service, and Hands for Work
Empowering young people to gain clarity about their God given gifts in order to plan and build their future family for the kingdom of Christ.
It is our vision to connect local businesses with future entrepreneurs and tradespeople. We are leading a local movement to empower young adults to feed industries, rise through the ranks of companies, and grow economies as leaders who use their gifts and talents to influence and shape the culture of business for the Gospel.
We provide:
a purposeful education rooted in a Biblical Worldview
practical and experiential learning opportunities
the development of strong leadership skills that foster community development and service
individualized and flexible learning pathways through which students can exercise discernment and gain valuable insights as they explore their future vocations
travel opportunities to provide enrichment and a global perspective
Year 1
10 Months Program (August- May)
Includes Coursework, Volunteerism and the Opportunity for 1 Apprenticeship
Semester 1
During the first semester, courses are held three days a week at our Lancaster location. Students will engage in our unique curriculum, which combines a strong liberal arts foundation with practical, career-focused training. This equips them with the intellectual growth and hands-on skills they need to confidently navigate their future career and personal life.
Through a series of dynamic courses and engaging activities, you will:
Discover your professional identity: Explore what truly energizes you, understand your unique strengths and needs, and refine your communication style.
Master interview skills: Practice your interviewing techniques and connect with businesses in our professional network.
Engage and grow: Participate in team-building, community-building, and skill-building activities that foster collaboration, leadership development, and personal growth.
Coursework: Participate in courses that will challenge your thinking and grow your capacity to understand how to take every thought captive to Christ throughout their educational experiences.
Throughout the program, you'll have the option to apply these courses toward college credit in partnership with CHI and SEU!
Semester 2
During your second semester, your learning will take on a more integrated shape. Courses will meet two days a week, allowing you to begin a three-day-a-week apprenticeship in your chosen career field. This balance of classroom learning and real-world experience is designed to help you pursue what is true, good, and beautiful in every area of life.
Through this semester's unique structure, you will:
Gain Real-World Experience: Participate in a three-day-a-week apprenticeship with a local Christian business, gaining hands-on training and invaluable insights into a career path that aligns with your unique gifts.
Conduct a Research Project: As a key requirement, you'll conduct an in-depth research project on your apprenticeship business, applying classroom learning to a real-world setting.
Develop Career-Ready Skills: Through our courses, you'll be provided with the tools and resources towards developing goals for personal and professional success. You'll also learn the foundations of business, leadership, and professional communication.
Year 2
10 Months Program (August- May)
Includes Coursework, Missions Trip, Apprenticeship, Leadership Development, and a Senior Project
The second year of WVI is designed to deepen your understanding of biblical principles while providing practical, hands-on experience in business and leadership. It's a dynamic year that blends classroom learning with real-world application, preparing you to become a confident and impactful leader.
Experiential Learning & Missions
This year, your learning extends beyond the classroom. You'll participate in a second apprenticeship, gaining invaluable experience in leadership, while learning about management and the essentials of sales and marketing. This hands-on experience culminates in a collaborative project where you'll work with a team to develop and launch a business concept, taking an idea from conception to market.
The highlight of the year is a transformative trip designed and gain a global perspective on community and economic development.
Second Year Curriculum
The second-year curriculum builds on your first-year foundation, offering a diverse range of courses to equip you with the knowledge and skills for success.
You will study Christian Apologetics and Biblical Hermeneutics as you prepare how to thoughtfully and confidently defend your faith in a skeptical world by examining biblical, historical, philosophical, and scientific perspectives.
Gain experience in leadership development and professional communication as you learn about related skills and put them into practice.
Creativity and Problem-Solving: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, learning to overcome creative blocks and apply convergent and divergent thinking to find viable solutions to complex problems.
