How to Apply for AMT
If you would like to apply for the Advanced Mission Training, here is what you need to do.
1. DOWNLOAD
The AMT Application Form and AMT Pastoral Reference Form.
Please note: the forms function best when using Adobe Reader. Download Adobe Reader for free here.
2. COMPLETE
The AMT Application Form and submit the completed form to our US office along with the $50 application fee.
3. COMMUNICATE
With your pastor about what you are doing and give your pastor the Pastoral Reference Form. The pastor will need to submit the form directly to Overland Missions. Instructions for getting the form back to us are included with the pastoral reference form.
4. INTERVIEW
Once we receive both the AMT Application Form (with fee) and the Pastoral Reference Form, we will contact you to schedule a telephone interview. In most cases, your acceptance will be determined at the conclusion of the telephone interview.
5. SEND DEPOSIT
Once your application has been approved, you’ll be instructed to send in the $500 AMT deposit which will hold your position in the class that you’ve selected.
6. PREPARE
After acceptance, you’ll be issued with a login to our Expeditions Portal. In the portal you’ll be able to track your preparation and fundraising progress, upload a copy of your passport and download your AMT Orientation. The orientation will give you comprehensive details about what you will need to do to prepare to be a successful AMT student. It will also address many questions that you have about your time in Zambia. Read through the orientation carefully and contact us if you have any questions about the information contained in it. The AMT Orientation will also include information on getting the immigration visa for your stay in Zambia at the airport when you arrive.
7. FUNDRAISE
The AMT Orientation contains information about the schedule of payments that you will be following as well as tips and suggestions for raising funds for your course. You will be able to track each donation and payment made towards your AMT course in the Expeditions Portal.
8. CONNECT
As your departure date draw near, we will connect you to a Facebook group with your AMT classmates. This group will provide an opportunity for you to get connected with your classmates and get to know one another before you meet in Zambia.
9. READ
Before you depart for Zambia you will receive the majority of your course textbooks which you will take with you.
10. GO!
For additional questions please e-mail amt@overlandmissions.com or call the office at 321-452-9696.
