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Motivate people to change! Unique cutting-edge courses and interactive counselling labs. Be in demand by employers in many fields.

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Program code
Program Delivery Part-time

Program information

Program description

Intake information

Tuition and fees

What are the admission requirements for the Addictions and Mental Health program?

admission requirements

What career paths can I take in addictions treatment and prevention?

Your Addictions and Mental Health graduate certificate gives you many career opportunities

Flex MORE. Study Addictions and Mental Health part-time

Benefits of studying part-time:

  • Register on a course-by-course basis, paying as you go!
  • MORE choices. We are always adding more flexible delivery programs and courses.

What courses are included in the Addictions and Mental Health graduate certificate program?

Course overview

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the program outline.

Your course delivery method(s)

Hybrid

This program has a hybrid delivery method. Some parts are online and other parts are delivered in person. You’ll need to come to campus for part of your program.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

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Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology

Broad range of counselling theories and techniques. Promote mental health in diverse populations. Strong foundation in research and theory. Field placements to practise skills.

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Human Resources Management

Lead people. Manage change. Learn the expertise required to achieve positive employer-employee relationships. Gain hands-on experience on your co-op work term.

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Practical Nursing

Caring, committed faculty. More clinical time to build your skills. State-of-the-art facilities. Our students excel on provincial exams!

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Social Service Worker

Make a difference! Channel your passion for helping others. Develop clinical skills. Advocate for human rights. Empower communities.

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