Character Development Training for Adults

(A Case Study of Heartmaster Program in Jakarta)

Abstract

This article reports a case study of Heartmaster training program in Jakarta which aims to develop character. The focus of the study are the outcome of the training, the training materials and techniques, and analysis of the design of the training program using the ADDIE model of instructional design. The result of the study shows that Heartmaster training helps to develop the character of the participants through the process of conceptual knowledge and experiential behavior. The outcome of the training is a result of the paradigm shift which lies on the foundation of the consciousness of God. The training outcomes that are experienced by all respondents are being more faithful to God, getting more patience, and feeling more peaceful. The materials of Heartmaster training consist of consciousness of God, the nature of human, the relations between human and God, among others and with nature, the power of heart and the understanding of conscience. Training materials that help participants develop their characters are the concept of surrender, the study of brainwaves, the brainwave entrainment, the power of heart, and the releasing technique. However, study found that there are two respondents who do not fully understand the training materials. Heartmaster training program does not apply any instructional design system. The program is designed using trainer’s creative intelligence and inner knowingness.