Graduate Certificate in Youth Development Specialist (Great Plains IDEA)
Kansas State University

Program Details

Want to make a difference in a child’s life?  Consider this online graduate certificate to become a Youth Development Specialist.  You’ll gain insight to the latest trends and issues that affect youth development, helping you become more effective in your role. You will learn the best practices of how to lend social, emotional and cognitive support to adolescents on their road to success.  The contemporary skills and knowledge base acquired through this program, offered by Kansas State and other partners of the Great Plains IDEA, can be used by human services, social workers, counselors and other professionals. Coursework likely offered within this unique online certificate, includes:

  • Youth Policy
  • Community Youth Development
  • Adolescents and Their Families

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Kansas State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

Students will need to choose and apply at a single home university. Requirements may vary, but typically include:

  • Application form specific to the university
  • Official transcripts 
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of goals