Important Announcement Regarding the 2027 MET Program

Dear Prospective MET Participants,

After careful consideration of several organizational factors, the Board of Directors of Health Talents International has made the difficult decision to cancel the Medical Evangelism Training (MET) Program for the 2027 school year.

We recognize that many of you have been prayerfully considering this opportunity to grow in your faith, develop your skills, and serve others through medical missions. We sincerely apologize for any disappointment or inconvenience this decision may cause, particularly for those who were making plans to participate.

Although the MET Program will not be offered in 2027, we would strongly encourage you to consider pursuing an internship with Health Talents International as an alternative opportunity to serve and gain valuable experience in our ministry in Guatemala.

If an internship is of interest to you, please reply to this email or contact our office. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss the possibilities with you and explore how you might become involved in the work of Health Talents International.

Thank you for your interest in our ministry, your understanding, and, most importantly, your heart for serving others. We remain committed to teaching, healing, and sharing the love of Christ with the people of Guatemala.

In Christian service,

Bode Teague
U.S. Missions Director
Health Talents International
bteague@healthtalents.org
(501) 593-3581

Medical Evangelism Training (MET) Program

The Medical Evangelism Training (MET) Program offers North American college students an immersive six-week mission experience focused on medical evangelism. Participants receive classroom instruction in language, culture, basic health skills, and missiology, paired with hands-on field training alongside full-time medical evangelists. From the coast to the highlands of Guatemala, MET students shadow experienced medical missionaries and serve through primary mobile clinics, gaining real-world experience that thoughtfully integrates faith, healthcare, and compassionate service.
The MET Program is designed for students considering medical missions as a life path. Over six weeks, students explore how medical care can be a form of ministry, working directly with communities in Guatemala. Classroom learning, fieldwork, and service opportunities give participants a clear understanding of how their skills and faith can make an impact.
The MET Program is perfect for pre-med, pre-dentistry, nursing, missions, and other students interested in combining healthcare and ministry. Preference is given to juniors and seniors who are members of the Church of Christ, but all students passionate about serving in a medical mission context are encouraged to apply. Typically, 4-6 students are selected nationwide each year.
MET participants are not just observers—they actively engage in mission work. From providing medical care to assisting in community projects, students experience the challenges and rewards of medical evangelism. The program emphasizes practical learning and spiritual growth, encouraging students to consider how they can serve both locally and globally.
The MET Program is a six week, immersive experience that provides students with hands-on training in medical evangelism. The program fee covers lodging, meals, emergency evacuation insurance, in-country transportation, and orientation materials. Round-trip flights are additional. Students are encouraged to plan ahead to ensure they can fully participate in this transformative and life-changing opportunity.
Participating in MET is an investment in your faith, education, and future. With comprehensive support provided for lodging, food, transportation, and training materials, students can focus on learning and serving. Flight costs are separate, but the opportunity to experience medical evangelism firsthand is invaluable.
The 2026 MET Program will run from May 22 to July 3. The program fee is $2,250, which includes lodging, meals, emergency evacuation insurance, in-country transportation, and orientation materials. Round-trip flights are an additional cost, with students typically spending between $800–$1,200. This program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in medical evangelism, and we encourage participants to plan ahead to fully engage in this transformative experience.