# Child Development - Developing Capable Youth (Certificate of Career Preparation)

Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Child Development

Source: https://catalog.paloverde.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=2&poid=170

Credits: 3.0

This certificate demonstrates successful completion of two courses (3 units, total) focusing on parenting, education, and communication skills to use in guiding children and youth as they develop into capable individuals. This certificate, when combined with an additional 3 units in School-Age Child Development, will help meet the course requirements for the Child Development Permit Matrix: Master Teacher Specialization Units in School Age Child Care. All required courses for this certificate must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

## Program Outcomes

1.  Acquired competency to use in helping youth develop into capable individuals.
2.  Completed half of the qualifications for the Child Development Permit Matrix: Master Teacher Specialization in School Age Youth.

### Program Requirements

#### Required Courses - Total 3 Credits

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CHD 120 | Developing Capable Young People | 2 |
| CHD 227 | Parenting Principles and Communications | 1 |