Candidates understand the growth and development issues of youth. Candidates explore the variety of meanings for the word family and the role of family in faith development of youth. Candidates develop awareness of issues relating to youth at risk. Growth in practical program planning and implementation skills. Candidates continue to design youth ministry programs and models.
Candidates are able to identify, recruit and train lay volunteers for youth ministry.
Candidates develop appreciation and skills for both long and short range planning. Candidates develop awareness of the church networks that are effective in youth ministry including camps, retreating, national youth gatherings, etc. Candidates understand and can develop a peer group ministry. Development of a strong sense of leadership for youth ministry in the congregation. Candidates continue to develop their own theology and philosophy of youth and family ministry.