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Certificate Courses
Learn at your own pace with comprehensive courses based on core competencies that comprise excellence in youth work.
Live Webinar Courses
Join interactive webinars that are one hour or longer and led by expert youth work practitioners.
Recorded Webinar Courses
Watch one-hour or longer recordings of live webinars featuring experienced youth work trainers.
Supplemental Micro Courses (SMCs)
Build on what you learn in certificate courses and focus on developing practical skills for those competencies.
Youth Worker Toolkit Tools
Use practical tools directly with young people to build trust and foster growth for both of you.
Blended Interactive Courses
Engage in one-hour or longer courses that combine videos, digital media, and interactive activities.
Quick Takes Blogs
Our brief blogs provide a quick go-to resource for youth work insights, ideas, and links to deeper learning.
Interview-Style Courses
Learn from one-hour or longer interviews with youth work trainers and practitioners.
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Building Resilience and Connection Against the Odds

Working with young people who have experienced trauma or instability can feel complex, especially when trust is hard to build and progress isn’t always visible. You may find yourself wondering how to connect, respond to challenging behavior, or sta... Read More
  • Icon April 2026
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Communication
  • SB Icon Youth Development
  • SB Icon Behavior Management
  • SB Icon Resilience Building
  • SB Icon Recognizing Risks
  • SB Icon Relationship Building
  • SB Icon Behavioral Intervention
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Teens, Screens, and the Science of Adolescence

Young people are growing up in a digital world filled with both extraordinary possibilities and serious risks. As a youth worker, you play a vital role in supporting their healthy development and guiding them through screen use, online pressures, and... Read More
  • Icon December 2025
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • Icon Leader Track
  • SB Icon Youth Development
  • SB Icon Healthy Living
  • SB Icon Relationship Building
  • SB Icon Recognizing Risks
  • SB Icon Communication
  • SB Icon Youth Development
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The Benefits of Identity-Affirming Spaces for All Youth

Too many young people grow up without spaces where they feel truly seen and accepted and it can shape the rest of their lives. In this engaging Interview-Style training, youth worker Bryson and high school student Oliver share how their identity-affi... Read More
  • Icon August 2025
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Inclusion
  • SB Icon Relationship Building
  • SB Icon Youth Empowerment
  • SB Icon Intercultural Engagement
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Understanding Mental Health First Aid

One in five youth between the ages of 13 to 18 have, or will develop, a serious mental illness per the National Institute of Mental Health. Any adult who works with young people needs to be aware of the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.... Read More
  • Icon July 2021
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Mental Health Awareness
  • SB Icon Crisis Intervention
  • SB Icon Mental Health Basics
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Recognizing Labor Trafficking

Human trafficking is exploitation of a person involving force, fraud, or coercion. Many people think of human trafficking as sex trafficking. But an equally harmful form is labor trafficking This is a global issue and it can happen right under our no... Read More
  • Icon August 2022
  • Icon 1.25 Hours
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Recognizing Risks
  • SB Icon Crisis Intervention
  • SB Icon At-Risk Behaviors
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Life Space Crisis Intervention in Youth Work

When the young people you work with exhibit challenging behaviors it can be hard to know what to do in the moment. With Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI), you can turn a problematic situation into a learning opportunity. LSCI is a brain-based, tr... Read More
  • Icon October 2023
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Behavior Management
  • SB Icon Conflict Resolution
  • SB Icon Crisis Intervention
  • SB Icon Relationship Building
  • SB Icon Behavioral Intervention
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The Power of Relationships in Youth Work

Establishing trusting relationships is essential in youth work. You need to keep the purpose of your relationships in mind. By building transparency, boundaries, and a sense of ethics into your relationships from the start, you can harness the power... Read More
  • Icon February 2020
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Relationship Building
  • SB Icon Ethical Practices
  • SB Icon Youth Development
  • SB Icon Communication
  • SB Icon Ethics
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Self-Awareness for Youth Workers

Your personal experiences influence your ability to be an effective youth worker. You are always evolving and growing so self-awareness needs to be a top priority. Listen in on this thought-provoking conversation about how self-reflection and self-aw... Read More
  • Icon May 2023
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Ethical Practices
  • SB Icon Relationship Building
  • SB Icon Ethics
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A Systemic Approach to Youth Homelessness and Exploitation

Youth experiencing homelessness don’t always get the type of support they need. As a youth worker, you can learn how to support young people experiencing homelessness. It’s crucial to recognize the dynamics and systems that sometimes help, and so... Read More
  • Icon May 2020
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Recognizing Risks
  • SB Icon Resilience Building
  • SB Icon Trauma-Informed Care
  • SB Icon Youth Development
  • SB Icon Youth Development
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Crisis Readiness for Youth Work Professionals

While most youth workers receive specific dos and don’ts crisis intervention training, few training courses delve into the critical role a youth worker plays in young people's toughest moments. Mastering a youth-centric mental framework is vital fo... Read More
  • Icon April 2024
  • Icon 1 Hour
  • Icon 100% Online Course
  • Icon Completion Certificate
  • Icon Youth Worker Track
  • SB Icon Crisis Intervention
  • SB Icon Mental Health Awareness
  • SB Icon Conflict Resolution
  • SB Icon Ethical Practices
  • SB Icon Ethics
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