Five Core Competencies

The application for renewal of the Indiana Youth Development Credential has been updated. Download here.

"The Health and Human Services Department has proposed new national regulations for Child Care Providers who accept Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) vouchers.  The new rules would go into effect in 2016-2017.  Although the proposed regulations are mandated at the federal level, each state would have the ability to improve upon the regulations.  

The proposed regulations involve increased requirements in training for child care providers, including first-aid, CPR, safe sleeping and emergency preparedness training." ... READ MORE HERE >>>>

Indiana YouthPRO Association has set the major goal of increasing the competence of the people working with children through out-of-school-time programs throughout Indiana.

One of the objectives has been to outline a framework for youth worker professional development and training that can be put into action by administrators and front line staff in every part of the state.

The work has included defining six levels of expertise ranging from entry-level exploration to experts focusing on policies and the national movement toward youth worker competency.

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"A Professional Development Plan for Indiana’s Youth Workers"

Ivy Tech Community College Indiana Youth Development Professional Credential