The Salvation Army's founder, William Booth, was a prophet and visionary as well as a man of action. William Booth College was built to give reality to one of his most breathtaking visions – that The Salvation Army should have a University of Humanity.
Over several generations, the College has trained and inspired not only Salvation Army officers, but also a much wider group of people, including local corps (church) leaders, youth workers, corps and centre staff and volunteers, to help them serve God's purpose.