The School of Community and Health Studies proudly offers the Addiction and Mental Health Worker program, a transformative educational journey designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to thrive in the dynamic field of mental health and addiction services. Through a curriculum grounded in evidence-based practices, you will embark on a path to become a compassionate and competent professional capable of making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and substance-use challenges, all while embracing diverse cultural perspectives and practices. In the Addiction and Mental Health Work courses, you will be immersed in a rich learning environment that prepares you to excel in various community health and human services settings, including mental health and addiction agencies, homeless drop-in centers, and crisis service centers. Here, you will cultivate the expertise to effectively engage with individuals, family members, and small groups impacted by addiction and mental health challenges, while advocating tirelessly for equitable access to essential supports and services such as health promotion, prevention, and harm reduction. Moreover, our program is deeply committed to fostering reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada, ensuring that you will receive invaluable insights on addiction, mental health, and wellness from diverse cultural perspectives and practices.
Fees are available on request.
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