The World Health Organization highlights a critical global issue: approximately 400 million people worldwide lack access to essential healthcare services. This figure is both alarming and a call to action.

What should our response be to such a dire statistic? In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, Jesus conveys a powerful message to His disciples, emphasizing the importance of caring for the sick as if caring for Him directly. He illustrates that serving "the least of these" is equivalent to serving Him, thereby underscoring the profound connection between acts of service and spiritual devotion.

Recognizing the immense spiritual and physical needs present across the globe, God has equipped us with the means to extend His love through practical actions. This is the foundation upon which ITEC's medical training program stands. Our mission is to empower indigenous followers of Christ with basic healthcare skills, thereby enabling them to address both the physical and spiritual well-being of their communities.

Our program offers a comprehensive week of hands-on training in a classroom environment, covering essential topics such as sanitation and hygiene, vital signs, wound care, basic assistance during childbirth, and emergency response techniques. A key component of the training is the "helping babies breathe" lesson, which teaches simple yet critical skills for ensuring the survival of newborns during delivery.

Wherever feasible, the training incorporates local healthcare professionals as instructors and ongoing resources, enhancing the program's impact and sustainability. Our vision is for ITEC trainees to become trainers themselves, perpetuating a cycle of care and education within their communities. This approach not only addresses physical health needs but also creates opportunities for sharing the transformative message of Jesus through the act of teaching medical skills.

Our commitment is to embody Christ's command to care for those around us, recognizing their needs and responding with His compassionate love. Through the medical training program, we aim to impart the fundamental skills necessary for tending to physical ailments, thereby enabling individuals to both proclaim and demonstrate the love of Jesus in a tangible manner.