Oulton College

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Child and Youth Care

Oulton College

Faculty:Faculty of Human Services
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Youth Services/Administration
Length:15 Month(s)
Careers:Social and Community Service Workers

Description:

Caring for children and youth in our society is a unique calling. It takes a special kind of person to work with young people facing trauma, those most at risk, and those who are struggling to survive, let alone thrive. Our Child and Youth Care Diploma Program prepares you for a career in this expanding field, in a wide range of work settings, including community based programs, schools, family support, group homes, residential treatment facilities and hospitals.

You will learn the principles, philosophies and characteristics required to provide quality youth care. To better prepare you for the rewards and challenges of your chosen field, this program also includes hands-on opportunities in two practicum placements (one lasting 8-weeks during your first year and the other lasting 12-weeks during your second year.) Such training gives real-life experience that allows you to practice the skills learned in class in real life situations.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants are required to have a Grade 12 Diploma, Adult Diploma or GED.
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Michigan English Language Assessment Battery [min. 80]
    Application Notes : Unless they have completed a minimum of three years of study at a school where English is the language of instruction, international students whose first language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency: CAEL – minimum score of 60, IELTS – 6.0 with no individual score lower than 5.5, TOEFL (IBT) - 80, with no individual score lower than 18, MELAB - minimum score of 80, Duolinguo - minimum score of 55, Cambridge English - minimum score of 169, or Pearson Test of English - minimum score of 50.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 05, 2019