Georgian College

The program This program will prepare you for employment in most settings working with children and youth who are experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges. The program implements a variety of prevention, intervention and treatment strategies that are based on foundational understanding of human behaviour and development, family systems, cultural diversity and exceptionalities. The philosophy of the program is enhancing resilience and strength in children and youth. Its goal is to ensure that all graduates are strong, self-aware, knowledgeable, ethical and skilled professionals. A unique component of the program is the interactive lab where you'll have the opportunity to enhance and practise counselling, assessment, referral and intervention skills in a safe, supportive environment before commencing field placements. Graduate career opportunities • Specialized educational programs or boards of education • Educational assistant positions • Residential treatment centres/group homes • Before- and after-school programs • Street and community outreach workers; shelters • Therapeutic foster care environments • Charitable institutions • Recreational programs/facilities • Programs serving children and youth under the Youth Criminal Justice Act and the Child and Family Services Act Admission requirements OSSD or equivalent with • Grade 12 English (C or U) Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older) and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/policies-procedures/ Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited postsecondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission. Refer to the Credit Transfer Centre website for details: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/ Criminal record check, including vulnerable sector check, required prior to field placement. Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 2 communications courses • 27 mandatory courses • 5 general education courses to be chosen from the college list • 4 field placements Future study options Graduates of this program may be granted credit toward degree studies at other institutions including Algoma University, Athabasca University, Bishop's University, Carleton University, Davenport University (U.S.A.), Griffith University (Australia), Lakehead University, Laurier Brantford, Ryerson University, University of Guelph and University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Changes to articulation opportunities occur on a regular basis. For the latest information, please visit GeorgianCollege.ca/articulations. Students are also advised to check with the articulating/transfer institution for current information before applying to a program. Start: September, January Confirm January start with Office of the Registrar Location: Orillia Length: 3 years (6 semesters) Practical experience: 4 field placements Articulation: Yes Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: CYWK) Contact: 705.325.2740, ext. 3240 Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $2,685.76 Student fees: $880.22 One-time fee: $112.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER CYWK Communications courses To be chosen at time of registration Mandatory courses may include Child Development The Art of Counselling Children and Youth Counselling Children and Youth: Theories and Interventions Adolescent Development and Intervention Strategies Introduction to Child and Youth Work Interactive Lab I Therapeutic Programming and Activities Group Counselling Ethics and Professionalism in CYW Social Welfare, Community and Social Services Case Management Diversity and Multiculturalism Family Systems and Interventions Sex, Drugs and Youth Culture Mental Health Issues and Interventions Field Placement Seminar 1 Interactive Lab 2 Field Placement Seminar 2 Community Development Interactive Lab 3 Mental Health and Medications in CYW Trauma and Abuse: Holistic Health and Wellness Interactive Lab 4 (Trauma and Abuse) Interactive Lab 5 (Holistic CYW) Field Placement Seminar 3 Field Placement Seminar 4 BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES HUMAN SERVICES GEORGIAN PROGRAM GUIDE 2015 / 2016 122

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