Bachelor of Science –Youth Development Leadership

NEW Online Degree Completion Program Now Accepting Applications!

The Bachelor of Science in Youth Development Leadership program

provides a degree completion educational opportunity for working professionals in the field of positive youth development. The

courses are offered online in an accelerated (6-7 weeks) format with

an annual 3-day, on-campus activity. Students meet weekly for discussion and

interaction through a synchronous web conference.

Who Should Enroll

Students in this program are working in a variety of fields and venues including non-profit youth organizations, middle and high schools, recreation, extension, pediatric healthcare, and faith-based organizations.

The program will prepare entry- and mid-career level professional youth development leaders for careers in agencies, institutions, schools, and community organizations that serve youth.

This B.S. degree completion program is designed for professional youth workers, transfer students, change of major students, and career changers who wish to earn a degree in youth development.

Admission Requirements

• 60 semester credit hours, including all of the Clemson University general education requirements (33 hours) and approved electives (27 hours).

• Cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (scale of 4.0).

• Completion of the Clemson University admission process.

Method of Delivery

• All courses are delivered through distance education technologies with weekly synchronous meetings and annual 3-day campus visits (including 3-day orientation).

• The courses meet in an accelerated format of 6-7 weeks each. Students are expected to register for two courses each term (fall, spring, and summer).

Application Deadline: Students are admitted each August. Priority is given to those who submit completed applications and supporting materials by May 1.

Length of Program

This program requires 120 semester credit hours, including the 60 hours required for admission. Students who register for 2 courses per semester will complete the program in 10 semesters.

Program Curriculum

• Youth Development in Society

• Theory and Philosophy of Youth Work

• Youth Development and the Family

• Community Youth Development Systems

• Youth Development in Sport and Physical Activities

• Working with Diverse Youth

• Designing Effective Youth Programs

• Youth Activity Facilitation and Leadership

• Delivering Effective Youth Programs

• Creative Activities for Youth

• Youth Program Evaluation and Assessment

• Administration of Youth Development Organizations

• Professional Issues and Ethics in Youth Development

• Youth and Technology

• Youth Development Fieldwork (3-6 hours)

• Approved Concentration Courses (12-15 hours)

Application Deadline: Students are admitted each August. Priority is given to those who submit completed applications and supporting materials by May 1.

Clemson University is accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Baccalaureate, Master’s, Education Specialist, and Doctoral degrees. Questions related to accreditation should be directed to Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097; phone 404-679-4501.

For Additional Information:

Financial Aid www.clemson.edu/financial-aid

Undergraduate Admissions www.clemson.edu/admissions/undergraduate

Youth Development Programs www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/

youthdevelopment

Tuition and Fees www.clemson.edu/cfo/student-financials/

tuition-fees/index.html

University Center of Greenville www.UCgreenville.org

Contact Information:

William Quinn, Ph.D. Program Coordinator

(864) 656-1501 wquinn@clemson.edu

April Bowen Student Services Coordinator

(864) 656-5097 bowen2@clemson.edu