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Earning a certificate in adolescent development can propel your professional growth while equipping you with specialized training for careers focused on youth health and wellness. This program teaches you to customize initiatives, policies, and interventions to address clients' developmental requirements across various settings, from recreational therapy programs to clinical environments. The curriculum covers essential subjects through research and theory, including human sexuality, socioeconomic factors, gender studies, family dynamics, substance abuse, violence prevention, and legal considerations affecting youth.
UNH offers this adolescent development certificate as a cost-effective, one-year alternative to traditional graduate programs. With numerous courses scheduled for working professionals' convenience, the program provides exceptional flexibility. For those pursuing further education, up to 12 credits can transfer toward a Master of Science in Human Development and Family Studies with a child or adolescent focus. Students benefit from guidance by faculty members with national recognition in their field.
International applicants must hold a four-year baccalaureate degree or its equivalent as a precondition for applying to any of our graduate programs. In some cases, you may also need a master’s degree or its equivalent.
English Language Score:
Minimum score requirements are as follows: TOEFL (Computer-based): 213; TOEFL (Internet-based): 80; IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5; TOEFL ITP (Institution Administered): On case-by-case basis; TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication): On case-by-case basis; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 59.
Applications must be completed by the following deadlines in order to be reviewed for admission: Fall: May 15; Spring: Dec. 1.