Youth Resilience Certificate
Unlock Student Potential with an online Youth Resilience Certificate.
The fully online Youth Resilience Certificate program at York College of Pennsylvania (YCP) empowers you to help your students thrive and overcome challenges related to school, mental health, and other factors that impact student achievement.
If you hold a valid Pennsylvania Educator Certificate by the end of the four-course program, you will be eligible to pursue the PK-12 Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellness Endorsement through the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Throughout the online certificate program, we encourage live interaction in your classes and allow you the freedom to complete assignments at a time that suits your busy schedule.
About the Online Youth Resilience Certification
Youth Resilience Certificate Program Requirements
The program consists of four courses, totaling 12 credits. You explore culturally and emotionally responsive approaches to education and learn to positively engage with schools and communities in ways that support students and the educational ecosystem at large. Individuals can complete the Youth Resilience Certificate online.
Admissions and Aid
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To assist you with the financial aid decision-making process, we provide tools you may use to determine how best to fund your education. Aid options include limited scholarships and traditional student loans. Learn more about York College's financial aid.
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Career Preparation
This certification can enhance your qualifications as a teacher and enable you to advance in your career. It also signals employers that you can handle the complexities of working with young people.
The Youth Resilience Certificate program equips you with the skills to impact your school system by helping youth navigate stress, trauma, and adversity. This contributes to an overall stronger, more resilient community and can have a positive long-term effect on students.
If you’re looking to step out of the classroom teacher role but want to remain in the education field — say as an administrator, principal, policy advocate, etc. — our Career Development Center can assist you with charting your path.
York College mentors and supports you through your academic journey, even as an online student. Our faculty, composed of dedicated and respected industry leaders, are here to guide you every step of the way as you strive to achieve your professional goals.
Skill Outcomes
The online Youth Resilience Certificate program equips you with essential skills to effectively support and guide PK-12 students through challenging situations. You learn:
- Techniques and strategies for fostering resilience in youth, building self-esteem, encouraging positive coping mechanisms, and promoting emotional intelligence
- To effectively handle crises that may arise in youth settings, such as dealing with bullying, family issues, or mental health crises, and the competencies to assess situations, de-escalate conflicts, and provide appropriate guidance
- Active listening abilities to express empathy and communicate clearly
- How to lead initiatives that promote youth well-being and resilience
Youth Resilience Courses
Your class schedule will include a series of core courses related to your field and taught by faculty experts.
| Course Name | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Child and Adolescent Social, Emotional, and Mental Health | MED 584 | 3 Credits |
| Social and Cultural Responsiveness | MED 586 | 3 Credits |
| Applied Support Techniques | MED 588 | 3 Credits |
| School, Family and Community Collaboration | MED 590 | 3 Credits |
Frequently Asked Questions
Youth resilience refers to young people's capacity to adapt, recover, and thrive when dealing with tough times, challenges, or stress. It involves acquiring skills and coping mechanisms that enable them to handle difficult situations, like family problems, peer pressure, academic stress, or personal trauma, without feeling overwhelmed or disheartened.
The PK-12 Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellness Endorsement is offered through the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Its purpose is to build resiliency in students by facilitating social, emotional, and behavioral wellness. Earning a Youth Resilience Certificate online at York College is a pathway toward receiving this teaching endorsement.
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