Bachelor of Child and Youth Care
Introduction
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care is a Bachelor program taught at Algonquin College, Canada. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 Years) options.
Algonquin College’s Bachelor of Child and Youth Care is an Ontario College Advanced Diploma that prepares students to support vulnerable children, youth, and families with complex needs. Students learn prevention and intervention strategies, assess strengths and needs of young people and families, and develop interventions to meet those needs. The program includes relational practice, lifespace engagement, and anti-oppressive practice in classes and field placements.
The program is delivered as a three-year full-time advanced diploma with community-based service learning projects and scheduled field placement/work placement. By the end, students complete practical experience in the field of child and youth care in two different work environments, totaling 1000 hours. Students also take two therapeutic outdoor activity courses, including a two-day overnight camping trip with fellow classmates and faculty.
Modules
- Professional Communication Essentials
- Anti-Oppressive Practice in Child and Youth Care
- Introduction to Child and Youth Care
- Child Development
- Mental Health
- Adolescent Development
- Systems Navigation for Child and Youth Practitioners
- Diversity
- Field Preparation
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Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor of Child and Youth Care 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 Bachelor of Child and Youth Care.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.algonquincollege.com/wellness-safety-community/program/child-and-youth-care/
More Information
- group homes
- hospitals
- mental health treatment centres
- shelters
- schools
- youth justice programs
- community resource centres
Scholarships
51 fully funded scholarships are listed for Canada. See Canada scholarships.