Welcome!
The CRS Certificate Program is a program of the UAA Center for Human Development, a member of the College of Health and Social Welfare, University of Alaska Anchorage.
People who work with kids with challenging behaviors or mental health diagnoses have chosen one of the most demanding careers, but also one of the most rewarding. They go by different titles: Foster parent, family or child advocate, case worker, residential staff, activity therapists, educators and classroom aides. They all share the commitment to help kids develop resiliency and skills necessary to face life's challenges.
The CRS Certificate Program is dedicated to these adults. The CRS courses are specifically designed to help students gain the skills necessary to be successful with challenging children. Please look over our course offerings and decide what is right for you.
Spring 2010 Courses
All classes include one Face-to-face seminar followed by
online distance sessions
DLS A101 - Introduction to Children's Residential Care
DLS 201 Professonalism & Skill Basics
DLS 205 Teaching Social Skills to Youth
DLS 206 Positive Behavioral Supports
March 8 - May 14, 2010
DLS 385 Working with Traumatized Children
March 8 - May 14, 2010
Scholarships are available!
Support for students in the CRS Certificate Program
The Rural Alaska Paraprofessional (RAP) Project is designed to both encourage recruitment of Alaska Native students in the field of children's behavioral health, as well as provide support for direct service professionals working with Alaska Native children and youth. The RAP Project provides scholarships for 75% of a student's tuition, as well as the cost of books and distance fees. More information..
Testimonial:
DJJ Senior Management Meeting
Staff in Alaska's juvenile justice facilities have been active participants in the CRS Certificate Program since its inception. Click here to review the PowerPoint presentation that was shared at the Senior Management Meeting Dec. 4th, 2007.
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