Our Child & Youth Care with Addictions Support Worker diploma program develops the communication, observational and interpersonal skills needed to make a positive impact on the lives of at-risk adolescents, children and families. Become an advocate for community members who need services, support and resources to achieve a happier, healthier, more stable future.

Why Choose Our Child & Youth Care with Addictions Support Worker Program?

• Our 72-week program includes a 500-hour off-site externship that allows you to put your skills into practice in a real-world work environment.
• Graduate with the confidence to pursue opportunities in child protection and group homes, health centres, youth centres, hospitals, foster care programs, after-school programs, treatment centres and more.
• Deep dive into such topics as child and adolescent behaviour, mental health practices, child prevention intervention, activity programming, cultural awareness, indigenous children’s programs and interpersonal communication.
• Learn to perform client intake and conduct assessments; implement substance abuse treatment and behaviour management programs; track client progress; work collaboratively with other professionals who share your commitment to the well-being of today’s at-risk youth and create safe, non-judgmental spaces in which children, youths and their families can thrive.

Our extensive career services include assistance with resume and cover letting writing, job search help, confidence-building interview techniques and job fairs for graduates.