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Graduate Certificate in Positive Youth Development

Be part of the solution with successful strategies to help youth transition into adulthood. This online program will teach you to apply research to youth programming, assess and address public concerns in youth development, and employ theory-based models.

This online graduate certificate is delivered by University of Kentucky experts from the Department of 4-H Youth Development in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

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At a Glance

Fall 2024

Application Due Date:
07/26/2024
Start Date:
08/26/2024

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2024

Application Due Date:
04/13/2024
Start Date:
05/13/2024

Credits and Tuition Cost (2023-2024)

Credits Required: 12
Cost Per Credit: $737.00

Format

Fully Online

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Graduate Certificate in Positive Youth Development overview

Program format
Format
Fully Online
Total credits
Total Credits
12

What You'll Learn

Overview

Students in the PYD program will learn to apply research to youth programming, assess and address public concerns in youth development, and employ theory-based models in both traditional and non-traditional educational settings.  

Focus areas:

  • be intentional and pro-social
  • engage youth within their communities, schools, peer groups, and families
  • foster positive relationships 
  • nurture leadership strengths 

Should students want to pursue a graduate degree, in addition to the PYD certificate, this program is designed to compliment the University's online Science Translation and Outreach master of science program - providing 12 of the 30 required hours.   

Course Examples

  • PYD 600 Contemporary Issues in Youth and Agriculture
  • PYD 610 Engaging the Learner: Exploring Brain-Based Learning
  • PYD 620 Foundations of Positive Youth Development
  • One (1) elective course
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How to Apply

Application Requirements

Standard graduate application requirements apply.

  • Personal statement
    • Please include a personal statement with your application. This should include information about your experience with positive youth development as well as summarizing your interested in obtaining this Graduate Certificate.
  • Three letters of recommendation (Only an email address is required. Our system will ask them to upload their letter.)

Per federal regulations and our State Authorization agreement, view University Refund Policies here.

Admissions Criteria

Program Contact

Joann Lianekhammy
Director of Graduate Certificate Assistant

Deadlines

Fall 2024

Application Due Date:
07/26/2024
Start Date:
08/26/2024

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2024

Application Due Date:
04/13/2024
Start Date:
05/13/2024

Distance Learning

Licensure & Authorization

Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa. 

AUTHORIZATION & LICENSURE INFO
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University of Kentucky has been approved to participate in State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.

Student Support

Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. These services are available completely online to meet the needs of our online students.

Why UK Online

One tuition rate

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Pay the same online tuition rate, no matter where you live.

Flexible schedule

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Fit learning into your busy schedule with no prescribed class times.

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Access supporting services and success coaches to help you succeed.
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