Addictions and Mental Health

Addictions and Mental Health is a program taught at Algonquin College, Canada. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

Algonquin College’s Addictions and Mental Health Ontario College Graduate Certificate prepares students to treat mental health and substance use through an interdisciplinary approach. Students study subjects such as developmental psychology, the professional helping field, therapeutic relationships, and counselling. Course topics also include mental health, concurrent disorders, addictions, psychopharmacology of substance use, prevention and treatment frameworks, and counselling in diverse contexts.

The program includes applied learning through simulated practice, plus a supervised field placement. Learners apply knowledge of best practices and develop skills such as clinical documentation, treatment planning, counselling interventions, and handling ethical dilemmas. Courses take place entirely online, with no campus attendance. The field placement includes scheduled hours that may occur in-person or remotely with a workplace partner, and workplace supervision is provided.

Modules

• Introduction to Developmental Psychology
• Exploring the Professional Helping Field
• Professional Helping in Practice 1: Therapeutic Relationships
• Mental Health, Concurrent Disorders & Addictions
• Introduction to Counselling
• Counselling in Diverse Contexts

The minimum requirements for admission in Addictions and Mental Health at Algonquin College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Algonquin College.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Algonquin College as pre-requiste for admission in Addictions and Mental Health.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Addictions and Mental Health Diploma, international students typically need to possess:

• A high school diploma or equivalent qualification
• Relevant coursework or experience in health or social sciences may be beneficial
• A demonstrated passion for helping others and understanding the complexities of mental health and addiction

Please check detail of study units at https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/program-info/addictions-and-mental-health/

• Treatment Centres and Hubs
• Community Outreach Programs
• Counselling programs
• Withdrawal Management Settings
• Medical Settings
• Social Service Agencies
• School Boards
• Government Agencies

51 fully funded scholarships are listed for Canada. See Canada scholarships.