Program Details

Child and Youth Worker - Advanced School: Loyalist College Faculty: School of Health and Human Studies Degree: Diploma Field of Study: Youth Services/Administration Description: This three-year program prepares graduates to work successfully with children and youth experiencing social, interpersonal, behavioural and/or emotional difficulties. Through non-judg­mental support, advocacy, the formation of therapeutic rela­tionships and the use of therapeutic interventions, Child and Youth Counsellors empower children, youth and their families to make positive changes in their lives. Child and Youth Work is an established profession within the human services field and graduates are eligible for certification with the professional association – the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Counsellors. Website: Child and Youth Worker - Advanced at Loyalist College Length: 3 Year(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent with courses at the general or advanced, (C), (U), (C/U) or (O) level, or mature student status. A formal confidential health history is required as part of the registration process. Students are required to produce evidence that they have successfully completed a Standard First Aid Certification as well as Basic “B” Level CPR qualifications approved by the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation. Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date February 1, 2012 September 5, 2012 * 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.