4-H Youth Development Competency Definition
An employee with competencies in the Subject Matter Expertise – 4-H Youth Development category has knowledge and skills to be viewed as an expert in the performance of a given task or subject matter area related to 4-H Youth Development. As needed, the employee has the ability to identify, acquire, and utilize research-based information or other experts in the development and delivery of educational programs and activities that address the needs of clientele and stakeholders.
4-H Youth Development competency areas are:
- How Youth Develop and Learn
- Engaging 4-H Volunteers
- Planning and Delivering Effective 4-H Programs
- Building an Effective 4-H Organization
- 4-H Program Partners and Collaborations
- Building a Diverse and Inclusive 4-H Program