About the Program
Helping others heal and find their strength is a meaningful career choice. Our hands-on addictions and mental health worker program is built to support you all the way. You do not have to study alone.
Our friendly instructors provide close, personal care during all your classes. We focus on the exact support habits modern social teams want. You will learn how people struggle with substance use. You will also learn how to guide them through hard times. If you are busy at home, you can study parts of this program online. This flexible layout lets you learn from home. You can study without missing important family time.
This college program gives you:
- A solid start: Learn the basic rules of mental health support. Study human growth and community care systems cleanly.
- Clear, guided training: Get comfortable managing client files. Learn to write reports and plan recovery goals safely.
- Skills employers want: Master crisis intervention methods. You will also learn software used by outreach teams.
- Career preparation: Build confidence for your job search and make local community connections through a hands-on field placement.
We help you get ready to guide clients. Our team supports community programs all across Canada.
Flexible Schedules Built For Your Life
We know you have a busy life with family or current work to balance. That is why our training fits around your daily routine:
- Full-Time Study: Complete your training hours at times that work best for you.
- Part-Time Study: Design your own learning hours. Attend at least two sessions per week. You can study during the day, in the evening, or on weekends.
Core path focused on community services without needing extra electives.
Your fees include all your learning materials and manuals so you have everything you need to succeed.
Career Opportunities
This practical social services program prepares you for meaningful work in your community. You can find rewarding frontline roles in both the public and private sectors. Our graduates apply for jobs in local shelters, youth hubs, and community outreach teams.
Our school community gives you the personal care you need to make a smooth career change. You can help people inside a recovery home. You can support young people at a youth shelter. Or, you can guide families through local health centres.
Jobs that use the skills you will learn in this diploma program include:
- Addictions Support Worker
- Community Service Worker
- Shelter Support Specialist
- Crisis Intervention Worker
- Rehabilitation Support Staff
- Youth Outreach Assistant
Full-time equivalent (40 hrs/week)
To earn your diploma, you will take practical classes designed for the real world. You do not need any prior healthcare or medical experience to join. Our clear lessons guide you through each subject at a warm, comfortable pace. You will learn:
Specialized Care & Counselling Skills
- Addictions Worker Modules: Study substance use habits. Learn how professional recovery programs work and how to prevent relapse.
- Introduction to Mental Health: Learn how mental health challenges and substance use connect. Study supportive ways to help clients.
- Case Tracking and Ethics: Learn to talk with clients safely. Manage client files and follow local privacy laws cleanly.
- At-Risk Groups and Community Law: Study how social systems and local laws affect families.
- Crisis Skills Training: Learn the exact habits needed to handle high-stress situations calmly.
Computer, Writing & Job Success
- Office Digital Tools: Learn to use a computer easily. Master Word, Excel, and Outlook to manage office work.
- Keyboarding and Software Basics: Build your typing speed. Learn to navigate modern computer screens with total ease.
- Clear Writing for Support Work: Build confidence writing client log notes, report templates, and emails.
- Strategies for Job Success: Work with our advisors to write a great résumé. You will also practice real interview questions.
Hands-On Workplace Experience
- Clinical Field Placement: Finish your training with a real placement at a local social service centre. This helps you gain true Canadian work experience.
Elective Options
- Complete Core Path: This specialized diploma focuses entirely on a direct plan. It prepares you for modern support roles without extra electives.
We want to make starting your education simple and stress-free. To join our training program, you just need to meet a few basic requirements:
- Education Foundation: You need a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or mature student status.
- Language Comfort: Being comfortable reading and speaking in English helps you follow client reports. It also helps you share ideas during group work.
- Sector Clearances: You will need a clean criminal record check. You will also need standard medical clearance forms for your field placement.
- A Welcoming Interview: Enjoy a friendly chat with our admissions team. We will talk about your goals and schedule to give you the best support on this journey.