The Mental Health and Addictions Counselling Diploma Program
provide students with the knowledge and skills to provide assistance in the
community in a variety of ways. This includes assisting and counselling clients
with mental health related problems such as depression, anxiety, substance
abuse, and addictions. Students will also learn how to facilitate support group
using counselling skills, psychotherapy theories, and techniques including
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
This course is offered inclass with flexible start dates
Course duration 950 hours or 40 weeks
Course includes a 480 clinical practicum
Pre requisites: Ontario Secondary School diploma or equivalent, Hepatitis B
vaccine, TB skin text, criminal reference check for the vulnerable sector, and
first aid CPR.
Course is accredited by the NAHHP
Career Opportunities
Individuals with mental health and addictions program training may find
employment in a wide range of interesting and rewarding positions, including
Mental Health and Addictions Therapist, Addictions Worker, Mental Health Worker
Group Home Worker
Correctional Institutions
Outreach Worker
Immigrant and Refugee Services Worker
Youth Worker
Rehabilitation Centre
Homeless Shelters
As a successful graduate of this program you’ll enter the professional world
with confidence after gaining in-depth training in Mental Health and Addictions
Counselling in areas, including:
Sociology, Social services and Social problems
Communications, interpersonal and counselling skills
Human behavior, psychology and the Social environment
Life-Span Psychology, Development and mental illness
The Canadian Family Dynamic
Community Services in Canada and welfare
Addictions Counselling and Change Theory
Pharmacology and Mental Health
Counselling theories and psychotherapy techniques using Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy
Group Work and Human Relations
Research and Populations at Risk
In the College of Health Studies Mental Health and Addictions Diploma
program, students will complete an 8-week Internship in a professional
mental health setting that you will find in your community, assistance w
be provide if you cannot secure a placement in your community. Student
will work directly in a community service environment and will gain valuable
practical experience before graduating.
An Internship is a great way to get a feel for different positions and make
important contacts within the industry. Many students are hired by their
placement employer for permanent employment in their new profession.
Is a Career in Community Right for You?
If you’re interested in learning more about a career in Mental Health and
Addictions Counselling, exploring this program.
Upon completion of the mental health and addictions counselling diploma program a diploma in mental health and addictions counselling is awarded and a 1 year membership with the National Association of Holistic Health Practitioners.
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