Program Details

Child and Youth Worker - Accelerated School: St. Clair College Degree: Diploma Field of Study: Youth Services/Administration Description: This program provides individuals who have completed a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, a Community College diploma in Early Childhood Education or other social sciences, with an opportunity to complete the two year diploma program in an intensive ten month time frame. This additional background allows for a combination of skills important in the workplace. A Child and Youth Worker is a specialist in facilitating change in children or adolescents experiencing a range of social, emotional, behavioural, or learning challenges. Graduates are involved in all facets of care from assessment to intake, goal formulation, program planning and intervention. They facilitate change through counselling and a veriety of treatment strategies. Website: Child and Youth Worker - Accelerated at St. Clair College Length: 11 Month(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: Applicants require a university degree in Humanities or Social Sciences with at least one course in Introductory Psychology and Developmental Psychology or a diploma in Early Childhood Education, Developmental Services Worker or Educational Assistant. * 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.