Compare Programs
Use this tool to view programs you're interested in side-by-side. Click "Add" and select a program to compare - you can add up to three.
When you're done, click "Save" to store the program comparison on your dashboard and come back to view it later.
| | Child and Youth Care | | |
| | ChangeRemoveSave | Add | Add |
| School | Lakeland College | | |
| Location | Lloydminster, AB, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 1,496
| | |
| Degree | Diploma | | |
| Honours | | | |
| Co-op | | | |
| Length | 2 Year(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | | | |
| Prerequisites | | | |
| Prerequisites Notes | Applicants are required to have a high school diploma with at least: 65% in English 30-1 or 80% in English 30-2. Out-of-province students or students who do not meet the admission requirements should refer to special admissions.
| | |
| Cost | | | |
| Scholarships | | | |
| Description | Connect with at risk youth and children. Learn how to support them and their families. Lakeland provides real world learning with 4 practicum placements in your 2-year program. You'll be placed at an agency, organization or school 5 days a week for 4 weeks. You might even do that practicum in an international location. Every other year you could broaden your perspective by working in a different country and culture. Experience the benefit of our unique-in-Canada animal assisted therapy elective.
Along the way you’ll develop knowledge and skills such as:
observing, reporting and assessing skills in case management situations
building therapeutic relationships
helping children and youth who have behavioural or learning difficulties
supporting family interventions
recognizing symptoms of abuse & addiction
building resiliency
working with children and youth in diverse settings | | |
| Next Steps | | | |
*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.