Mental Health and Substance Use - Certificate
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This comprehensive program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and ethical foundations necessary for working in the multidisciplinary field of mental health and substance use support.
It integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications to prepare students for diverse roles within the health care and social services sectors, with a focus on the specific needs of clients experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.
Health Care Access Program
Learn more about the fully funded Health Career Access Program (HCAP) with a guaranteed work placement offered by Interior Health. Access more information through the Province of BC.
To express your interest to Interior Health, please email your résumé.
You can also reach out to Jocelyn Schroeder for program details.
If seats are not filled by HCAP funded students, we will open seats for non-funded individuals. Add your name to our interest list.
Blended Online and In-Person Training
During the first 14 weeks of the program, students complete six online theory courses that are delivered in a blended format (asynchronous and synchronous), followed by an in-person practicum over 5-6 weeks in your home community and place of hire.
We offer flexible study options to help you make it work. Contact us for further details.
Program Summary
Module 1
Courses, Seven Weeks Online
- ADD 384 Addictions Theory and Practice
- HSER 257 Mental Health Issues: Practical Responses
- HSER 258 Fundamentals of Change I
Module 2
Courses, Seven Weeks Online
- SSW 157 Group Skills
- HSER 255 Professional Foundations for Human Services
- HSER 259 Fundamentals of Change II