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Vanguard College

Programme Detail: Understanding Adolescent Development

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Understanding Adolescent Development
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number GS3121
Description This course introduces the student tot he scientific study of adolescent development and application of this knowledge toward effective youth ministry. Although the volume of material in print on these areas is vast, we will focus on the most important topics as they relate to youth and youth work. This introductory course provides a basic understanding of adolescent development and foundational youth ministry principles that will serve as a basis for further study.
Keywords Adolescent Development Youth
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available Canada / Alberta
Area of Ministry and Focus Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Youth and Students Ministry; Caring for People and the World / Caring for Children and the Vulnerable
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Introductory
Cost Range From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000
Actual Cost 504 CAD
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 1 Semester
Average hours of study per week 3
Methods of instruction Lecture
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 100
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 0
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 0
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 20
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by
Other Accrediting Bodies ABHE