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Transform U Institute, or ""TransformU""is a private four year training center located in Westfield, Pennsylvania, associated with Destiny Ministry, Kissimmee, FL and Kingdom Life Ministries, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. As Christian work-study school, the school offers certificate, and diploma programs at its residency program in Pennsylvania and has articulation agreements with Aidan University for transfer for associate and baccalaureate degree programs in various fields of study.

This is a new Four year school with a new vision. As an outgrowth of Pathways Bible School founded years ago by Senior Pastor Kurt Heisey of Valley Christian Church, it has been founded by regional ministries to raise up an army of transformed lovers of God who have been set free to go into every area of life with God's grace and transforming power affecting churches, businesses, and other countries.

Accreditation
Transform U Instititute is currently applying for accreditation with Accrediting Commission International (ACI), also known as Accrediting Commission International for Schools, Colleges, and Theological Seminaries, possibly associated with International Accrediting Commission (IAC), also known as International Accrediting Commission for Schools, Colleges and Theological Seminaries,[1][2] is an unrecognized educational accreditation corporation, primarily accrediting religious schools, including seminaries and Bible colleges, but also offering accreditation to non-U.S. schools that offer business education programs.

History
Pathways Bible School was operated in Westfield, PA for a number of years, and now several networks of churches and ministries are launched this school from the end of 2011. Kingdom Life Ministries and Destiny Ministries are two ministries sponsoring TransformU.

A Transformational Education
There are many great colleges, Bible Institutes, and Universities. What is different about TransformU?

TransformU is an opportunity for students who desire An transforming educational experience aimed at transforming the student from the inside out through divine encounters with a living God and His Word. A path to a degree in Applied Theology, Business Administration, Missions or Inter-cultural Studies, and Multi-media Arts through partnerships with other colleges and universities. The work practicum with area businesses and in school are part of the curriculum, giving the ability to not just graduate with a degree opportunity, but with a resume, work experience, and references. Graduates will be highly desired by businesses and have a competitive advantage in the workplace. Continuing mentoring relationships in the area of graduate's calling that last long after graduation. Cost effective four year education towards a bachelor’s degree. The goal is for students is for them to graduate debt free and be launched into their destiny.

Tracks of Study

 * Applied Theology
 * Ministry
 * Business Administration
 * English as a Second Language (one year program for non-native speakers)
 * Intercultural Studies (Missions emphasis with TESOL)

Core Beliefs
Transform U has core beliefs listed as follows: ♦ That God has called an army of young people to be trained to bring transforming power of God’s grace as catylysts of revival, through power and transforming grace into every area of society. ♦ That to be fully prepared for their calling, God’s people need to encounter the living God through worship and praise, empowered by the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and by impartation from seasoned people of faith. ♦ That God has called many into the business realm to minister God’s grace, and establish the kingdom of God through Kingdom Business principles. ♦ Worship and praise is important to open up one’s heart in daily encounters with the Holy Spirit. ♦ Missions is a calling that each believer should fulfill according to his own calling and purpose in life. ♦ Mentors in the are of your calling are an invaluable asset to fulfilling your destiny, and walking as examples of Christian character. (A complete statement of faith can be found in the Transform U Catalog)

Campus
Transform U is situated in Northern Pennsylvania and is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. It consists of comfortable residential accommodations, a cafeteria, recreational facilities and a library that provides a restful environment for students to do research and study.