Adolescent and Youth Development, Minor - CHHS, UNH

What is adolescent and youth development?

Studying adolescent and youth development will give you the skills to promote the health and well-being of children and adolescents through research, teaching and service. The interdisciplinary curriculum lets you explore youth culture and programs, as well as developmental perspectives on adolescence and early adulthood. You can combine the minor with a major in areas such as education, recreation management and policy, sociology or social work,preparing you for a variety of in-demand careers.

Why study adolescent and youth development at UNH?

As a major public research university, UNH emphasizes hands-on experience and research. You’ll have multiple opportunities to put theory into practice as well as work with faculty who are conducting research in public and private settings throughout New Hampshire and beyond.

Potential careers

• Child and family support specialist
• Director of community child recreation or after school program
• Family intervention case manager
• Human rights advocate
• Outdoor youth educator
• Parent educator
• Physical education instructor
• Public school teacher
• Social worker
• Youth development program director