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This specialization is designed to foster understandings and approaches for working with school age children and adolescents in youth organizations and social service agencies. Coursework includes perspectives of multiple disciplines, with emphasis on the development of cultural competence in working with youth and their families.
CFS 410 Critical Youth Work
CFS 450 Youth & Youth Work
CFS 390U Sex & the Family
CFS 382U Mental Disorders
CFS 386U Youth Sexual Health Education
CFS 486 Parent & Family Education
PSY 461U Psychology of Adolescence and Early Maturity
ELP 456 The Urban School & "At Risk Status"
ELP 455 Gender & Education
NOTE: Several 1-credit counseling courses that may be appropriate for this specialization are offered under the COUN 555 rubric through Counselor Education in the Graduate School of Education.
Alumni:Faith, Class of 2020. Youth Work
Alumni:Faith, Class of 2020. Youth Work
“Make friends in your courses. People in your cohort are studying to do similar work or may have similar values-make sure you’re building a strong foundation for your future. Don’t be afraid to talk about your goals and open yourself to people who might be able to help you achieve them.”
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