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The Youth Staff Training Program is a series of self-study training modules that form the core of the Navy Foundation Training Program for Program Assistants working with youth in sixth ΓÇô twelfth grades. The competency-based training modules equip Program Assistants with the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful working with youth and include real-life situations faced by middle school and teen youth every day.

The Youth Staff Training Program is a series of self-study training modules that form the core of the Navy Foundation Training Program for Program Assistants working with youth in sixth ΓÇô twelfth grades. The competency-based training modules equip Program Assistants with the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful working with youth and include real-life situations faced by middle school and teen youth every day.

This guide will show you the importance of following policies and procedures and encouraging youth to take healthy risks. It will also explain the importance of community in creating and maintaining a safe environment. The Table of Contents below will give you an overview of what you'll be covering.

This module is designed to provide you with basic information and insight concerning the most common health-related subjects you'll encounter as a Program Assistant.

The Navy YSF Operating Manual was developed to define, standardize program delivery, and enrich Navy CYP programming Navy- wide. In order to support the implementation of the Navy YSF program, a comprehensive training and assessment plan has been developed to support installation personnel through the process. (Enclosure 1) Programs are required to implement the standards found in the Navy YSF Operating Manual by the end of FY2014.

The Youth Programs Activity Plan & After Action, Rev Jan2022 allows Youth Programs to design and evaluate developmentally appropriate, engaging activities.

The 1700/44a - Youth Programs (Sports) Activity Plan & After Action, Rev Apr2016 allows Youth Programs to complete the activity plan to include description of activity, supplies needed, skills or knowledge learned and if necessary adjustments that can be made to accommodate all children. This form allows for after action evaluation.

The design of a Youth Center encompasses more than just placement of furniture. This guide will show you how program settings and good design both impacts attracting youth to the Youth Center.

Module 8: Personal, Character and Leadership Development - Every single day, in every encounter within the Youth Center, you have the opportunity to help promote personal, character and leadership development in youth. This guide will show you the importance of infusing character and leadership opportunities into conversation and program activities.

Module 9: Social and Cultural - During adolescence, peer pressure plays an important role in the development of social skills. Interaction with adults such as parents and Youth Center staff also influences how youth treat each other. This guide will show you how you can help guide youth to appreciate the similarities and differences of others and help youth develop positive social skills.