Courses

The listing of a course description here does not guarantee a course’s being offered in a particular semester. Please refer to the published schedule of classes on the Student Link for confirmation a class is actually being taught and for specific course meeting dates and times.

• SED YJ 380: Youthwork & Advocacy
  Application of positive youth development to youth advocacy, youth empowerment and youth activism. The course explores youth assets and strengths and how to develop youth-led strategies and effective advocacy with court-involved youth. Students explore current policy issues related to system-involved youth. 4cr.
• SED YJ 401: Practicum in YJA
  Field placement focuses on professional development for work with youth and families. On-site practicum (16 hours/week, total 200 hours/semester). Taken concurrently with SED YJ 404 for supervision and skill development. Restricted to qualified students in Youth Justice and Advocacy.
• SED YJ 403: Senior Integrative Capstone in YJA
  This four-credit undergraduate capstone course integrates and applies the conceptual frameworks underpinning coursework in YJA with practice via an experiential learning opportunity and written assignments. The focus is on integration of theory and practice in youth work.
• SED YJ 404: Practice Seminar in YJA
  Integrates conceptual frameworks and skill development with practicum experience. Focus is on professional development for work with youth and families. Meets weekly and includes supervision. Taken concurrently with SED YJ 401. Restricted to qualified students in Youth Justice & Advocacy.

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