This course is designed to give you a solid understanding of youth development. You’ll explore key areas like connecting with peers, planning and running engaging programs, understanding what’s happening in your own and others’ lives, and promoting positive interactions. With insights from industry experts, you’ll learn practical tips, effective strategies, and useful tools. You’ll also get a look at current trends and new ideas to help you tackle the challenges you face and make a positive impact in your community.
You’ll discover key strategies for coaching and mentoring your peers, handling conflicts, building strong teams, and boosting mental resilience. You’ll also learn how to create diverse and inclusive groups that work well together and tackle challenges effectively.
Understand Youth Dynamics: Gain insights into adolescent development, including psychological, emotional, and social changes, to better connect with and support young people.
Effective Communication: Develop skills in communicating effectively with peers and youth, fostering positive relationships, and resolving conflicts constructively.
Program Planning and Management: Learn to design, implement, and evaluate engaging programs and activities that address the needs and interests of young people.
Promote Inclusivity: Acquire techniques for creating equitable and inclusive environments that embrace diversity and support the growth of all individuals.
Build Resilience: Develop strategies to enhance mental resilience and well-being among youth, helping them navigate challenges and thrive. Team Building: Learn how to build and lead high-performance teams, fostering collaboration and effective problem-solving among youth. Stay Updated: Understand current trends and innovative approaches in youth development to stay relevant and make a meaningful impact in the field.
Participants should be able to communicate basic concepts in English. They should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a college or university education will be an asset. No previous training or work experience is required.
May 01, 2025 - July 31, 2025
August 04, 2025 - October 30, 2025
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53
Days
08
Hours
01
Minutes
36
Seconds