Diploma in Addiction Mental Health Worker
- Centennial College
- Addiction Mental Health Worker
- Diploma
- Health & Medicine
- College
- Canada
The Diploma in Addiction and Mental Health Worker operates at Centennial College as a specialized mental health and addiction curriculum in the Health & Medicine division.
The program delivers authorized knowledge about mental health, addiction treatment, harm reduction practices, and advocacy essentials. Students acquire experience dealing with different demographics through their training, which takes place at mental health agencies, crisis centres, shelters, and other facilities. The educational program provides two dedicated practical opportunities for students to unite academic knowledge with authentic field experience. Students can choose from an Indigenous-focused field placement and earn a stackable Indigenous Studies certificate as additional options in the program.
Mental health, together with addiction, stands as a significant issue within the field of public healthcare. Learners with specific competencies deliver sensitive and culturally appropriate care while working toward giving equal access to service opportunities for all patients.
Graduates make significant positive changes by assisting families and supporting their communities while fostering health initiatives, prevention efforts, and recovery outcomes.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Time | Both full-time and part-time options |
| Campus | Ashtonbee |
| Duration | 2 |
| Deadline-Date | July,March, |
| Fee Per Year | 16164 |
| Application Fee | 125 |
| Currency | cad |
| Intake Link | |
| Deadline Link | https://www.centennialcollege.ca/admissions/international-education/how-to-apply/ |
| Intakes | Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Program language requirement | "CAEL-CE and CAEL-Online: Writing score 60, Overall 60, Overall 60. TOEFL 550 80+ on paper, with a minimum of 20 for the online exam570 paper-based test; the minimum score of 21 on the online version is 84+. Michigan Test of English (MET) 56-57 58-60. IELTS Academic 6.0, no band score below 5.5, no band score below 6.5, no score below 6.0. Academic English Pearson Test 51+ 58+. 3.7+ 3.9+ on the International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP). Tests of Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), and First (FCE) in Cambridge English: 167-169 170-179. Academic Language Certificate 65-69. No one skill score that falls between 60 and 70–74. No single skill score was lower than 65. Duolingo 105–114 125+." |
Who can Choose this program?
High School Diploma: The majority of programs demand a high school diploma or its equivalent. Courses in the social sciences and English should be part of this.
Additional Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scope of the program | The Centennial College Addiction and Mental Health Worker Diploma program offers extensive training in evaluation, counseling methods, intervention tactics, and community resources to prepare students to assist people with addiction and mental health concerns. The skills acquired by program graduates enable them to find employment in various environments, including social service organizations, hospitals, community health centers, and rehabilitation institutions. The need for experts with training in addiction and mental health is growing in Pakistan and other nations. Like many different nations, Pakistan has severe problems with drug usage and mental health issues. The requirement for trained experts who can offer efficient assistance and treatment solutions is becoming more widely acknowledged. Graduates of this program would contribute to the resolution of addiction and mental health issues by providing counseling, therapy, and support services to individuals and families affected by these issues. Addiction and mental health professionals are in high demand abroad as well. Opportunities for qualified experts are being created as numerous nations extend their healthcare systems to offer more extensive mental health services. Graduates of Centennial College's curriculum can work anywhere in the world as case managers, addiction counselors, mental health advocates, or program coordinators because of the program's transferable knowledge and abilities. |
| Program entry requirement | Completion of secondary education equivalent to a high school diploma. |
| Required GPA | 2.5GPA |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application: To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form. 2. Start the Application Process: Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple. 3. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications. 4. Upload Required Documents: Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include: • Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended. • Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports. • CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience. • Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying. • Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294). 2. Acceptance letter from the university. 3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees. 4. Bank statements. 5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable). 6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration. 7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years. 8. Passport-sized photographs. 9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD). 10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada. " |
| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
