HSER401 — Theoretical Foundations of Youth Development
HSER 401 - Theoretical Foundations of Youth Development HSER 401 - Theoretical Foundations of Youth Development 5 Credits Addresses the importance of theory in guiding the process of positive youth development. Following a brief historical perspective, the course focuses on the analysis and application of the most current, effective, and tested approaches. Emphasis is on the understanding and integration of current conceptual approaches, the forces that impact the field, and the increasing professionalization of the field of youth development. 0 Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - HSER Fees Quarters Typically pring Online Designed to Serve Students pursuing the BAS Human Services Active Date 20250401T11:48:29 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Lecture 55 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Individual Developmental Theories Ecological Theories Prevention and Treatment Approaches Interdisciplinary Approaches to Prevention and Treatment Risk Factors, Protective Factors, and Resilience Applying the Risk and Resilience Framework to Practice The Positive Youth Development Model Student Learning
Prerequisites: HSER101