Academics · Year One

Basic Training Course

BTC · Foundational Year

The foundational year of the HJRA continental syllabus. Cadets build a rigorous base in theology, character, leadership, communication and mission — the ground on which advanced formation is built.

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BTC · Year 1 · 6 months

Basic Training Course

28 courses

The foundation of the HJRA formation pathway. BTC forms the soft skills, character, spiritual foundation, communication and discipline on which every future course is built.

Phase 1

Months 1–3

162 hrs36.5 credits

Phase 2

Months 4–6

164 hrs40.75 credits

Evaluation #1— 350 points

Communication, Media & Academic Skills8

Theology, Philosophy & Spiritual Formation4

Leadership, Ethics & Character Development5

Social Sciences, Peace & African Studies3

Economics, Development & Sustainability2

Cognitive Development & Analytical Skills2

Project, Management & Applied Leadership Skills1

Physical Training, Discipline & Life Skills3

Basic Training Course

Basic Training Course

BTC101Communication & Writing12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC102Public Speaking & Sermon Delivery12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC112MS Office & Digital Literacy12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC120Research & Academic Writing12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC121Media & Communication Skills12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC123Public Speaking & Debate12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC124Advanced Academic Writing12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC126Digital Literacy & Media Ethics12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC104Bible Studies (OT & NT Survey)12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC105Divine Principle I12 × 3 hrs = 36 hrs

BTC106Unification Thought I12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC107The Tradition I (Rituals & Ceremonies)12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC108Character Education I12 × 1.5 hrs = 18 hrs

BTC109Core Value: Perseverance12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC110Core Value: Ownership12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC111Leadership Foundations12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC119Ethics of Leadership & Service12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC117African Leadership & History12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC118Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution (Intro)12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC127African History & Contemporary Issues12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC122Basic Economics for Leaders12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC128Environmental Stewardship & Sustainable Development12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC103Critical Thinking & Emotional Intelligence12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC114Chess Strategy & Cognitive Development12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC125Project Management & Team Leadership12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC113Driving Theory & Practice12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC115Tong Il Moo Do (Martial Arts I)12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs

BTC116Physical Training & Discipline Drills12 × 2 hrs = 24 hrs