Youth Protection | Youth Programs | Camps

Minors on Campus
Scheduling & Conference Services (SCS) and the Youth Protection Program Committee created UT Tyler’s HOP 7.17 Youth Protection Policy. It provides oversight and training for Youth Programs held on university premises or operated by the University which have recreational, athletic, religious, or educational activities for the attendees. This includes all camps or programs covered by Texas Education Code, Chapter 51, Section 51.976, as well as any camp, program, internship, mentorship, event, or activity held on UT Tyler-owned or controlled premises, or sponsored or supported by a UT institution that offers recreational, athletic, religious, or educational activities to Youth Participants which includes online programs.

This policy does not apply to university course-based academic service learning or research approved by the Institutional Review Board ("IRB").

This policy applies to university employees, affiliates, student workers, volunteers, contractors, and visitors and to all campus programs for minors (Youth Programs) held on university property, as well as those programs sponsored by the University.

UT System’s Camp and Clinics Policy Guide
Per HOP 7.17 Youth Protection Policy, camp coverage is required for all university camps with minor children. This program provides Excess Accident and General Liability coverage for enrolled UT-Tyler owned camps and clinics held throughout the year. Coverage is available for both sport- and academic-focused camps. More information can be found on UT System's Risk Management Systemwide Insurance Programs website.

For UT System’s Camp Program Insurance, complete the online application here. It could take at least three (3) business days to receive a certificate of insurance.

If you have a youth program, please contact yp@uttyler.edu for more information.