DIPLOMASchool of Education and Social Sciences
Child and Youth Care
Duration
3 Years
Language
English
Credits
36 Credits
Entry Requirements
Secondary school diploma or equivalent. English proficiency test results (IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent).
Minimum Grade: Passing grade in core subjects.
Program Overview
Develop professional expertise in Child and Youth Care with our state-of-the-art curriculum, industry-led instruction, and hands-on training.
Curriculum
| Code | Subject Name | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYC-101 | Child & Youth Care | Youth Development | 3 |
| CYC-102 | Child & Youth Care | Counselling Skills | 3 |
| CYC-103 | Child & Youth Care | Behaviour Intervention | 3 |
| CYC-201 | Child & Youth Care | Crisis Support | 3 |
| CYC-202 | Child & Youth Care | Community Services | 3 |
| CYC-203 | Child & Youth Care | Mental Health Basics | 3 |
| CYC-301 | Child & Youth Care | Case Management | 3 |
| CYC-302 | Child & Youth Care | Ethics and Professional Practice | 3 |
| CYC-303 | Child & Youth Care | Family Systems | 3 |
| CYC-401 | Child & Youth Care | Field Placement | 3 |
| CYC-402 | Child & Youth Care | Communication Skills | 3 |
| CYC-403 | Child & Youth Care | Capstone Project | 3 |
| EDU-CHI-100 | Foundations of Education Semester 1 | 5 | |
| EDU-CHI-101 | Child Development Semester 1 | 5 | |
| EDU-CHI-102 | Inclusive Learning Semester 1 | 5 | |
| EDU-CHI-103 | Community Engagement Semester 2 | 5 | |
| EDU-CHI-104 | Social Policy and Practice Semester 2 | 5 | |
| EDU-CHI-105 | Professional Practice Semester 2 | 5 |
Career Prospects
Potential Roles:
Child and Youth Care Practitioner, Industry Specialist, Professional Assistant.
Program Faculty
Dr. Rachel Kim
Associate Professor
Prof. David Thompson
Lecturer
Prof. Arthur Bertrand
Professor & Chair