Youth and Community Studies

Individuals who choose to minor in Youth and Community Studies from the School of Professional Studies will be prepared to work in a variety of organizations that work with children and youth. The Youth and Community Studies minor can enhance careers in education, non-profits, social work, community development, and criminal justice, to name a few.

This minor requires the completion of 18 credit hours.

Requirements

Students must complete the following:

YCST 2301Introduction to Youth and Community Studies

3

YCST 2305Education in the U.S.

3

YCST 2320Sociocultural Differences and Learning

3

YCST 2330Families, Schools, and Communities

3

YCST 3310Children and the Welfare System

3

YCST 3320Applied Principles of Human Services for At-Risk Youth

3

Total Credit Hours:18

Total Credit Hours: 18