Additional information
| Province | Alberta |
|---|---|
| Colleges | Norquest College |
| Program Categories | Community Studies |
| Program Duration | 4 terms |
| Program Intakes | September |
| Class Type | Hybrid |
| Funding | Alberta Student Aid, Grants |
Child and Youth Care
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The Child and Youth Care program is designed to prepare students to support children and youth who have experienced social, behavioural, and emotional challenges. Focused on diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous culture, the program teaches students the foundational skills of child and youth care practice, as well as perspectives and strategies for supporting all children and youth in culturally respectful ways.
Career opportunities
The program will prepare graduates for employment in a number of careers in the non-profit sectors for child and youth care services, and various departments within municipal and provincial governments.
Employment opportunities exist in many settings including:
group homes
community and recreation centres
family support
residential programs
programs for street-involved youth
drop-in centres
addiction services
schools
hospitals
young offender programs
women?s emergency shelters
corrections
medical clinics
after school programs
religious organizations
summer camps
The diploma will be the minimum accepted credential with upcoming requirements for those working in the child and youth care field.
