Youth Services Certificate Program
The certificate in youth services is a four-course undergraduate certificate that provides students with the opportunity to explore a career in youth development and education. Students participate in hands-on experiences that are well supported by professional educators within local schools. Students engage in a transformative experience over two-to-four semesters and address student support issues in schools while developing essential skills and networks that prepare them for life and work after graduation.
As a college student, you will gain work-based experience, allowing you to learn more about yourself and your passions while also building skills and networks.
Program of Study
SPED 115 - Introduction to Cross-age Peer Mentoring
SPED 202 - Introduction to Special Education
SPED 215 - Advanced Cross-Age Peer Mentoring
SPED 498 - Internship in Special Education or their approved internship
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Program admission requirements
Individuals who are currently enrolled in a Bridgewater State University degree program or in a degree program in any two- or four-year college or university.
Students must have completed high school in order to participate in the program.
Students may apply for admission at any time during the year.
Cost
Academic Year 2022-23
$1,369.50 for a three-credit on-campus or hybrid course ($456.50 per credit hour), plus an additional $25.50 student fee per semester for part-time students.
Online Course cost (courses with schedule type "web"): $1,444.50 for a three-credit web course (price includes web-based $25 per credit course fee) plus an additional $25.50 student fee per semester for part-time students.
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Applying for the program
BSU Students:
1. Click here to download the Program of Study Declaration form
2. Complete form by filling in the following fields:
BEAR ID
Name
Select: NO CHANGE TO PRIMARY PROGRAM/MAJOR
Select: NO CHANGE TO SECONDARY PROGRAM/MAJOR
Under the Certificates section, select Youth Services Certificate.
Select: I understand the certificate program selected may not be financial aid eligible.
Sign and Date Form.
Deliver form to College of Continuing Studies, Moakley Center, room 211 for required signatures. [Please do not return form to the Registrar's office.]
Non-Degree Students: (students who are not currently enrolled in a BSU degree program)
Click here and complete the Create an Account/Application
Contact information
For questions about the Youth Services Certificate Program, contact
Ashley Rodrigues, Assistant Professor, Special Education at arodrigues@bridgew.edu
For questions about admissions, contact:
College of Continuing Studies
ccs@bridgew.edu or 508.531.2788