Dear Certificate Program Participant,

Welcome to a unique, innovative, first-of-its-kind opportunity. I am thrilled that you have taken an interest in the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy's Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention (APP) Certificate program. I invite you to search around the newly designed webpage dedicated solely to the APP Certificate and learn more about how you can get involved!

In collaboration with the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health and Office of Academic Enrichment and Conferences, our staff has developed a high-quality, research-based curriculum and educational opportunity for those interested in furthering their professional development in the field of adolescent pregnancy prevention. Through the identification of 43 competencies and subsequent coursework to address each competency, the development of this certificate program has focused on providing opportunities for interactive learning and growth for persons of all experience and ability levels.

I encourage you to join us on this new adventure! Be one of the first in the field to participate in the APP Certificate program and show your commitment to the field of adolescent pregnancy prevention, your commitment to personal growth and development, and most importantly your commitment to the young people of South Carolina.

As always, our staff is here to help you with the process. Most of your questions are answered on the following pages, but if you need more information please feel free to contact Erin Johnson, Senior Project Coordinator at appcertificate@teenpregnancysc.org.

I look forward to seeing you soon at an upcoming training!

Sincerely,

Forrest L. Alton, MSPH, CHES
Executive Director