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M Sebrena Jackson1, Krystal Dozier1, Alex D Colvin2
1The University of Alabama, United States of America.
Child Abuse & Neglect
|May 30, 2021
Summary
Pre-college programs like the National Social Work Enrichment Program (NSEP) help foster youth prepare for college. NSEP successfully fostered college aspirations, readiness, and community among participants transitioning from foster care.
Area of Science:
- Social Work
- Higher Education Access
- Youth Development
Background:
- Youth transitioning from foster care encounter significant barriers to college enrollment.
- Pre-college programs are crucial for supporting underrepresented students, yet research on programs for foster youth is limited.
- There is a need to understand the experiences and voices of foster youth within these preparatory programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the components of the National Social Work Enrichment Program (NSEP), a pre-college program for foster youth.
- To present findings from a qualitative study on the impact of NSEP on participants.
- To discuss implications for policy, practice, and future research concerning pre-college programs for foster youth.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative research study was conducted with 14 youth who completed NSEP and enrolled in college.
- Participants engaged in semi-structured interviews conducted via video conferencing.
- Interview transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis in NVivo 12.
Main Results:
- Thematic analysis revealed key themes: college aspirations, college preparation, and community building.
- NSEP participants demonstrated aspirations for higher education.
- The program effectively enhanced college readiness and fostered a sense of community among participants.
Conclusions:
- Investing in pre-college programs provides essential support for foster youth transitioning to college.
- These programs are vital for developing college readiness, interpersonal skills, and personal growth.
- Further research is necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of pre-college programs for this population.
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