Youth Work in Religious Settings | University of Northern Iowa

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingSocial PerceptivenessActive ListeningCritical ThinkingActive LearningReading ComprehensionInstructingService Orientation

Knowledge

Philosophy and TheologyEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguagePsychology

Abilities

Written ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionOral ComprehensionSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityFluency of IdeasOriginality

Tasks

Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
Identify and recruit potential volunteer workers.
Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.

Technology

Graphics or photo imaging softwareData base user interface and query softwareElectronic mail softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWeb page creation and editing software

Tools

Computer laser printersDesktop computersLaptop computersPersonal computersSmart phonesTablet computers

Work Values

RelationshipsAchievementIndependenceWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium21-2021.00	Directors, Religious Activities and Education	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Religious education study courses — develop and facilitate with reduced oversight, adapting content to meet the learning needs of diverse congregation age groups.
Volunteer recruitment and onboarding — coordinate outreach efforts, conduct initial interviews, and place volunteers in appropriate roles within established ministry programs.
Curricula selection — evaluate and choose appropriate instructional materials and class structures for ongoing religious education programs aligned with congregation goals.
Special events calendar — schedule and manage recurring events such as conferences, seminars, and retreats, handling logistical details with minimal director intervention.
Individual counseling sessions — conduct structured support conversations addressing interpersonal, health, financial, or religious concerns within established pastoral care protocols.
Program goals and participation strategies — collaborate regularly with ministry team members to refine objectives and develop targeted outreach to increase enrollment.
Instructional staff — train new religious education teachers using standardized onboarding materials and provide routine performance feedback.
Presentation and desktop publishing software — produce polished program materials, bulletins, and promotional content to support educational initiatives.
Database and spreadsheet tools — maintain volunteer and participant records, track attendance trends, and generate summary reports for program review.
Learning strategies — apply varied instructional approaches across different congregation demographics when facilitating workshops or small-group study sessions.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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