Human Services Diploma: Child and Youth Care (CYC) Specialty
2-Year Diploma at Castlegar
Delivered with the following methods: On Campus
Program Calendar
2012
- January 3 - Winter semester instruction begins
- February 13 - 17 - Reading break
- April 5 - Winter semester instruction ends
- April 23 - Spring semester begins
- September 4 – Get Connected student orientation
- September 5 – Fall semester instruction begins
- December 7 – Fall semester instruction ends
- December 10 – 21 – Fall semester examinations
2013
- January 2 – Winter semester instruction begins
- February 11-15 – Reading Break
- April 5 – Winter semester instruction ends
- April 8-16 – Winter semester examinations
Program Objectives
A Human Services Diploma Program is available at Selkirk College:
- This program meets the admission requirements for entry into the third year of the four-year degree program from the School of Child and Youth Care (CYC) at the University of Victoria, University College of the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island University or Douglas College. The University of Victoria may require additional courses.
- This program also meets requirements for entry into the third year of a four year degree program from the School of Social Work (SSW) at the University of Victoria or Thompson Rivers University. The Schools of Social Work at the University College of the Fraser Valley and University of Northern BC (UNBC) may accept the diploma for admission, with additional courses.
- This program provides more advanced training and recognition to certificate level and experienced practitioners in a specific human service field whose goal is to continue their learning and career advancement in a specific practice realm.
Additional Information
- The Diploma program may be completed on a full- or part-time basis. Full-time students will be given priority status.
- Students attending full- or part-time with the intent of completing the full Diploma program are required to attend a program orientation in early September.
- Some practicum sites may require an up-to-date criminal records check.
- Students entering the second year without a Selkirk College Human Services certificate program must schedule an interview with the School Chair.
- Students must be computer literate.
Elective Courses
In addition to the required courses listed, students must take two additional electives from University Arts and Sciences and/or Human Services courses. Consult your faculty advisor to develop your course schedule.
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, an applicant must meet the following Human Service Diploma entrance requirements:
- A certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), Social Services Worker(SSW) or Classroom andCommunity Support Worker(CCSW) with an overall GPA of "B", or School Chair approval. Applicants whose credential was earned more than five years ago are required to meet School Chair approval based on evidence of related work in Human Services or Continuing Education. Applicants with 30 university transfer credits, significant paid experience in a helping profession, and who meet all personal suitability requirements, will be considered on an individual basis.
- A résumé and two letters of reference from people who can attest to your suitability to the human services field. Students who have graduated from a Selkirk Human Services Certificate program in the past two years are exempted from this requirement.
Please Note: Depending on the certificate you are coming into the diploma with, you may need some bridge in courses. For example: Engl 111, SSW 160 and/or ADD 184.
Career Potential
The Diploma program prepares students to work with individuals across the lifespan in a variety of multi-disciplinary settings such as schools, community centres, government agencies, correctional or residential programs, and early childhood education settings. Students are prepared to take on more advanced practice in a team setting. Also students are prepared to continue their studies in degree programs.
Note: With increased employer expectations for work readiness, the Human Services Diploma broadens one's scope of employment and income potential.
Approximate Expenses
Total program expenses are comprised of both College Fees and Program Specific Fees.
Program Courses
Course of Studies
Translation key:
- Crd = Credits
- Lec = Lecture Hours per week;
- Ttl = Total course hours
Courses marked as (D) are available via Distance Education.
| Course | Name | Cred | Lec | Ttl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Term 3 |
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| HSER 254 | Core Concepts in Human Services | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| HSER 258 | Fundamentals of Change I | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| HSER 276 (D) | Issues in Youth | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| PSYC 240 (D) | Child Development | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Elective |
1 UT Elective | 3.0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total: | 15 | 12 | 12 | |
| Course | Name | Cred | Lec | Ttl |
Term 4 |
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| HSER 255 | Professional Foundations for Human Services | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| HSER 257 (D) | Mental Health Issues: Practical Responses (Recommended Elective) | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| HSER 259 | Fundamentals of Change 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| HSER 264 | Introduction to Professional Child and Youth Care | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Supervision in Human Service Agencies (Recommended Elective) | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| ENGL 111 (D) |
Introduction to Literature | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| PSYC 241 (D) | Adult Development | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| FNST 287 |
First Nations Practice Studies (Recommended Elective) | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Total: | 24 | 24 | 24 | |
| Course | Name | Cred | Lec | Ttl |
Term 5 |
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| HSER 270 | Practicum in a Child and Youth Care Setting | 5 | 0 | 40 |
| Total: | 5 | 0 | 40 | |
HSER 254 Core Concepts in Human Services
This course introduces students to the concepts of theory and practice in Human Services and the interrelationship between the two. A number of theoretical perspectives on change, such as developmental, feminist and multicultural, are explored both from a Social Work and Child and Youth Care practice perspective. Each approach offers a basis for understanding the change process and supporting behavioural change. These approaches offer the basis for developing a beginning of an integrated knowledge base for approaching practice.
Prerequisites:
HS Certificate or Instructor’s permission.
HSER 258 Fundamentals of Change I
This course is designed to assist the student to develop self-awareness as a helper and to develop both an understanding and a beginning level of skill. Students are required to participate in exercises, role plays, simulations and video taping in interviews and counselling in order to accomplish the course objectives.
Prerequisites:
HS Certificate or Instructor's permission.
HSER 276 Issues in Youth
Issues in Youth will explore the issues that face those in adolescence and early adulthood in various societies. 'Adolescence' and 'early adulthood' are terms used to describe a time of life in which major developmental and social changes occur. An exploration of adolescence and early adulthood, and the issues that are unique to these stages of life in various societies will occur. Students will be exposed to theories of adolescence, issues of gender, sociological explanations of existing issues, and to local and international programs designed to address these issues.
Prerequisites:
ENGL 110.
This course is available via Distance Education.
PSYC 240 Child Development
An introduction to normal child development, this course explores selected aspects of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and moral development of children from birth to adolescence; and examines the major theories of child development.
Prerequisites:
PSYC 100/101 or equivalent or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.
This course is available via Distance Education.
ADIB 310 Second Language Elective
The student will choose to take a course in a second language at the university level.
HSER 255 Professional Foundations for Human Services
The foundations of human services professional practices are explored through an examination of the issues surrounding professional identity, ethical practice, and the interdisciplinary team approach. The skills required for communicating as a professional and as a team member, both oral and written, are developed throughout the course.
Prerequisites:
HS Certificate or Instructor's permission.
HSER 257 Mental Health Issues: Practical Solutions (Recommended Elective)
Practical Responses to Mental Health and Addictions Problems, provides instruction in a variety of rehabilitative and treatment modalities used in work with marginalized populations. Attitudes toward mental health and substance use problems and how they impact helper effectiveness are explored in a supportive milieu. Evidence-based practices such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Harm Reduction are used as frameworks for the development of skills and knowledge. Students are introduced to strategies for overcoming stigma and supporting client empowerment in a variety of community and facility settings.
This course is available via Distance Education.
HSER 259 Fundamentals of Change 2
This course is designed to assist students to build advanced helping skills on the base developed in HSER 258. Students learn to use their helping relationships and interpersonal communication skills within the framework of the helping process model. Students are required to demonstrate their skill development on video tape, as well as demonstrate analytical skills that will require both self-awareness and knowledge of the helping model. The focus is on the skills required to carry out action planning, support of action and evaluating of outcome in helping interventions.
Prerequisites:
HS Certificate or Instructor’s permission.
HSER 264 Introduction to Professional Child and Youth Care
This course is designed to provide an overview of the child and youth care field, and the professional identity of child and youth care workers, which will enable students to work with and advocate for children, youth and families more effectively. The historical development of the field is explored and students gain a working understanding of the key concepts and basic principles of practice in the child and youth care field. They also develop a clear understanding of the similarities and differences in the role and function of child care professionals and other human service professionals.
Prerequisites:
ENGL 110.
HSER 267 Supervision in Human Service Agencies (Recommended Elective)
Human Service agencies are labour-intensive organizations which invest most of their financial resources in personnel who are engaged in delivering front-end or "hands-on" services. This course will explore the issues around the selection and supervision of staff and assist the participants to develop skills in managing staff in a way that will promote productivity while meeting the needs of these employees.
Prerequisites:
Certificate in ECCE, SSW, CCSW or 30 credits of University Transfer credit including ENGL 110/111 and PSYC 100/101 OR PLA indicating equivalent knowledge and skill to an ECCE, SSW or CCSW certificate.
ENGL 111 Introduction to Literature
Students needing a year of introductory English may choose to take English 110/111 or English 112/114. English 112/114 focuses on reading and interpretation of literature, and is an attractive alternative to English 110/111 for students wishing to continue in the study of Arts or Humanities.
English 111 is a one-semester introduction to literary genres through the study of drama, poetry, the short story, and the novel. The course will give students the opportunity to read, discuss, and write about texts in the different genres.
Prerequisites:
ENGL 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
This course is available via Distance Education.
PSYC 241 Adult Development
An introduction to normal adult development, this course examines critical issues and theories of adolescence, and early, middle and late adulthood.
Prerequisites:
PSYC 100/101 or equivalent or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.
This course is available via Distance Education.
FNST 287 First Nations Practice Studies (Recommended Elective)
This course allows students to explore issues directly impacting First Nations communities. An exploration of factors impacting the development of current issues as well as current approaches used to address these issues is undertaken.
Prerequisites:
ENGL 110.
HSER 270 Practicum in a Child and Youth Care Setting
A 200 to 250 hour practicum located in a child and youth care setting. This practicum requires students to work directly with children and/or youths in order to promote professional skill acquisition and integration. Emphasis is placed on observation and recording skills, awareness of personal functioning in relation to the children and/or youths. The ability to demonstrate beginning-level case management planning, intervention, and case-presentation skills with both a one-to-one focus and a group focus are also emphasized.
Staff
The following staff are associated with this program:
Kay Armstrong
Instructor
Direct: 250.304.6502
Tel: 250.365.7292 Ext. 502
Room A-33
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Leslie Comrie
Instructor
Direct: 250.365.1322
Tel: 250.365.7292 Ext. 322
Room 0-019
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Deb Wandler
Instructor
Direct: 250.365.1362
Tel: 250.365.7292 Ext. 362
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