Prepare for frontline practice as a health professional in social and health agencies inthis highly collaborative and experiential program. Specific topics include interviewing and counselling, crisis intervention, and recovery strategies. Main themes includetrauma-informed practice and concurrent disorders. In-class training is followed by a 420-hour community placement and online seminar. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Available for applicants with a University degree in a related field, and internal graduates from a related program (e.g., IWAP, CJS, SSW). |
| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 5.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 60] or DuoLingo or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 525] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 55]
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| Application Notes : | If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency. View current English Language Proficiency Requirements(pdf). |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Mandatory Non-Academic Requirements for Placement: Work-Integrated Learning (also called Placement, Field Placement, Practicum, Clinical Placement, etc.) provides students with rich and meaningful experiences wherein they have the opportunity to apply and extend the learning they gain from the classroom in real-word contexts. View placement requirements here.
Recommended Certifications: - Standard First Aid and CPR/AED – level C or Basic Life Support (BLS/HCP)
Certifications Included: - ASIST – Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
- NVCI- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- GPA – Gentle Persuasive Approach
- Naloxone Training
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* 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.