CHIYF-DP Child and Youth Care

• Two-year diploma
• August entry date
• Delivered at:
  • Notre Dame Campus, Winnipeg
    
• Practicum 
• Credit transfer opportunities:
  • Athabasca University
  • University of Calgary
  • University of Manitoba
  • University of Victoria
• This program usually fills with Manitoba residents. Out-of-province applicants may apply to this program but will only be considered should seats be available three months prior to the program start date.
• If you have a criminal record you may not be able to complete this program. If you are listed on a Child Abuse Registry or Adult Abuse Registry you will not be able to complete this program. See Program Progression Requirements for more info. 
• International applicants please visit Academic Program, Dates and Fees for a listing of programs for international students, current availability and online application instructions.

Description
This program provides you with the skills and knowledge to work with children and youth experiencing behavioural and emotional difficulties. You will learn how to intervene and assess situations and formulate strategies to help children, youth, and their families identify and resolve concerns and enhance their quality of life.

The program covers the dynamics of human development within a multicultural perspective. Courses include child and adolescent development, special issues affecting child and youth care, and care for children who have emotional or behavioural difficulties.

This program includes training in relationship development, group process, and family dynamics. It also includes skill-oriented family support and intervention courses, child and youth care methods, listening skills, and activities programming.

Prior to starting the program, you will be invited to attend a program information session. You may also be asked to participate in an individual interview.

Students can exit from the program at the end of Year 1 with a Child and Youth Care Certificate.

Some courses are also available through The School of Continuing Education.

Please view our PowerPoint Information Session Presentation.