FIRST NATIONS WELLNESS AND ADDICTIONS COUNSELOR CERTIFICATION BOARD

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1 FIRST NATIONS WELLNESS AND ADDICTIONS COUNSELOR CERTIFICATION BOARD REPERTORY OF TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS COUNSELLING Prepared by Giselle Robelin for FNWACCB- March

2 ALBERTA College Credentials Title of Credential Canadian University College Certificate Substance abuse Lacombe Alberta CDI COLLEGE Diploma Addictions & Community Services Worker Calgary City Centre and North Edmonton City Centre, North and South KEYANO COLLEGE Fort McMurray (AASC & AASD) Edmonton (CWC) Certificate Diploma Certificate Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASC) Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASD) Community Wellness (CWC) MASKWACHEES CULTURAL COLLEGE Diploma Indigenous Social Work Hobema MEDICINE HAT COLLEGE Medicine Hat Baccalaureate Diploma Addictions Counselling Social Work MOUNT ROYAL COLLEGE Calgary Certificate Addiction Studies NECHI INSTITUTE St. Albert NORTHERN LAKE COLLEGE Slave Lake NORTHQUEST COLLEGE Edmonton Certificate Certificate Certificate Certificate Diploma Certificate Courses Certificate Diploma Certificate Indigenous Addictions Services Certificate (IASC) Community Addictions Training (CAT) Advanced Counsellor Training (ACT) Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASC) Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASD) Community Wellness (CWW) Addictions related Specialty courses Addiction Services Worker certificate Mental Health Aboriginal Community Support Worker PORTAGE COLLEGE Lac Labiche and Cold Lake Diploma Community Social Work 2

3 ATHABASCA UNIVERSITY Type of Diploma: Human Services (HS) Major Contact: Athabasca University 1 University Drive Athabasca, AB T9S 3A3 Tel: ext advising@athabascau.ca Program contact: hsrv@athabascau.ca Human Services (HS) Major The BPA HS is a degree completion program that brings together your knowledge from education and work in the human services fields (early childhood, child and youth care, all areas of counselling, services to persons living with disabilities, child care education, rehabilitation, social services, and corrections, to name a few) with the field's theory and research to complete a university degree. This degree degree combines the social sciences with your professional practice. It prepares you for a wide variety of leadership positions in the Human Services and can help you achieve your personal career goals. The main objective of the BPA HS program is to provide you with a sound knowledge of the theoretical, historical, economic, political and cultural contexts in which you practice your profession. With a wide range of courses to choose from you can customize the BPA HS to meet your professional needs Program Duration: This degree program offersd a long list of courses. Please visit the webpage above for full list. Some of the offering that might be of interest for addictions related training: Requisite courses Practice and Policy in the Human Services Ideology and Policy Evolution Electives Health and Community Development Health Policy in Canada Advocacy from the Margins Directed Reading I: Topics in the Human Services Introduction to Counselling Interpersonal Communications in Management Communications and Problem Solving in Groups Economics of Health Care Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals Contemporary Aboriginal Issues in Canada Health and Community Development Health Issues: Health and Healing Community Health Planning History of Canada's First Nations from 1830 The Métis Issues and Strategies in Counselling Women Issues in Women's Health 3

4 Canadian University College Type of diploma: Certificate Substance abuse Department of Behavioral Science 5502 College Avenue Lacombe, Alberta T4L 2E6 Tel: (403) , Extension 4140 Fax: (403) E mail: info@cauc.ca URL: Substance abuse Certificate This certificate prepares students to apply behavioural science principles to work in a substance abuse centre (page 143) (from page 195) Practicum I (120 hours over 14 weeks) Health and Fitness Introduction to Psychology Techniques of Counselling: Adults Health Psychology Drugs and Behaviour 1 of the following: Behaviour Modification Group Processes Principles of Nutrition Social Problems Drugs in Society 4

5 CDI COLLEGE Type of Diploma: Diploma Addictions & Community Services Worker Campuses Contact: CDI College Calgary City Centre 800 5th Avenue SW, Trimac House, Suite 100 Calgary, AB T2E 7M8 URL: city centre CDI College Calgary North # rd Street NE Calgary, AB T2A 1X5 URL: North/North Campus CDI College Edmonton City Centre 9939 Jasper Avenue, P.O. Box 30 Edmonton, AB T5J 2W8 URL: City Centre/City Centre Campus CDI College Edmonton North Unit 104, th Ave Northtown Centre Edmonton, AB T5E 6C2 URL: North/North Campus CDI College Edmonton South Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6J 4T3 Tel : (800) URL: North/North Campus ADDICTIONS & COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER DIPLOMA and Courses/Addictions and Community Services Worker CDI's instructors are industry professionals who introduce students to a wide range of subjects including assessment and treatment planning, writing and file management, and counselling training. In addition, students will learn about human psychology, addiction prevention and intervention, pharmacology, and other medical areas. Each student must put their knowledge to the test as part of a 320 hour (eight week) mandatory clinical placement. Duration of Program: 44 weeks and Courses/Addictions and Community Services Worker Career and Employment Strategies Case File Management and Report Writing Case Management and Assessment Community Resources and Networking Fundamentals of Addiction Group Facilitation Concepts Interviewing Techniques Introduction to Software Applications Practicum Pharmacology Preventive Health Promotion Professional Skills Relapse Prevention and Intervention Secondary Traumatic Stress Selected Populations The Counselling Relationship Working with Families 5

6 KEYANO COLLEGE/NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Certificate Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASC) Keyano College Human and Community Services Partnered Programs 8115 Franklin Ave. Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2H7 Tel: (780) or 1 (800) (Student Services), Fax: (780) URL: Program Contact Lori Fleming, Program Administrator Tel: Fax: Aboriginal Addictions Services Certificate (AASC) The Aboriginal Addictions Services Program is offered at the Nechi Institute in St. Albert, through a partnership with Keyano College. Students receive advanced standing from Keyano College for completion of the Nechi Institute's CAT and ACT Series, equivalent to the first semester of the certificate. Duration of Program: 6 months Communications & Report Writing Facilitation &Community Development Family Counselling Pharmacology Of Drugs Group Counselling Current Issues Communications II Impacts Of Residential School Program Management Evaluation Of Community Based Progs Health Promotion Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Social Marketing Effective Supervision Practicum 6

7 KEYANO COLLEGE Type of diploma: Diploma Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASD) Keyano College Human and Community Services Partnered Programs 8115 Franklin Ave. Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2H7 Tel: (780) or 1 (800) (Student Services), Fax: (780) URL: Program Contact Lori Fleming, Program Administrator Tel: Fax: Aboriginal Addictions Services Diploma (AASD) Applicants must possess a certificate from either the Aboriginal Addictions Services Program or the Community Wellness Program. Applicants not possessing either certificate but having a certificate in another human service program from an accredited post secondary institution will be reviewed on an individual basis for program suitability. Duration of Program: 5 weeks an+%26+community+services Communications & Report Writing Facilitation &Community Development Family Counselling Pharmacology Of Drugs Group Counselling Current Issues Communications II Impacts Of Residential School Program Management Evaluation Of Community Based Progs Health Promotion Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Social Marketing Effective Supervision Practicum 7

8 KEYANO COLLEGE Type of diploma: Certificate Community Wellness Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 1T3 Tel: (780) or 1 (800) (Student Services), Fax: (780) URL: Program Contact Donna Rensen Lori Fleming, Program Administrator Tel: Tel: Fax: Fax: URL: Community Wellness Certificate The Community Wellness Certificate Program will provide you with the skills necessary for enhancing the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual well being of children and families in your community by reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors. The Program is geared towards caregivers from various disciplines (child welfare, health centres, school counsellors, addictions programs, mental health workers, youth workers) within First Nation communities, Métis settlements and urban Aboriginal agencies. Duration of Program: 6 months an+%26+community+services Health Promotions Communicate Effectively Professional Development Child Development Working With Family And Community Developing Community Resources Program Development Program Integration I Program Integration II Community Integration 8

9 MASKWACHEES CULTURAL COLLEGE Type of diploma: Diploma Indigenous Social Work Maskwachees Cultural College Box 960 Hobbema, Alberta T0C 1N0 Tel: (780) Toll free: Fax: (780) info@maskwachees.ca URL: Indigenous Social Work Diploma The Indigenous Social Work Diploma Program at Maskwachees Cultural College is designed to graduate social work practitioners who have developed a model of practice that is founded upon Indigenous values, knowledge, and philosophy. Guided by this Indigenous foundation students learn how to establish respectful relationships with Nations, communities, families, and individuals. As students explore Cree culture and Cree language they are educated about Indigenous healing practices and their supporting theories. From this Indigenous foundation students explore the development of Western social work theory and practice. (page 23) Life Skills Cree Studies 101 Cree Language course Cree Studies 203 Cree Studies 150 Living Skills General Living Skills Social Work Specific Education 4200 Social Work 101 Psychology 1500 Social Work 203 English 1500 Social Work 105 Sociology 1500 Social Work 204 Family Studies 1510 Social Work 131 Sociology 2560 Social Work 206 Family Studies 2515 Social Work 133 ED Psychology1500 Social Work 207 Indigenous Studies 2210 Social Work 231 Anthropology 1550 of these courses are in the College Calendar at: 9

10 MEDICINE HAT COLLEGE Type of diploma: Other Baccalaureate Addictions Counselling Medicine Hat College 299 College Drive SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6 Tel: (403) ; or 1 (866) , Fax: (403) info@mhc.ab.ca URL: Program contact: Colleen Hillock Academic Advising Tel: Tel: chillock@mhc.ab.ca Baccalaureate in Addictions Counselling This is a four year baccalaureate program with a diploma exit option. The first four semesters of the program are completed at Medicine Hat College. At that point, you can choose to complete the diploma program at Medicine Hat College (completing a fifth semester available only at MHC), or you can finish the final four semesters of the baccalaureate degree at the University of Lethbridge. Program duration: 4 years ashx (Page 74) Year 1 Year 2 Introduction to Addictions Studies Counselling II (Individuals and Groups) Introductory Communications for Helping Professionals Assessment of Addictions Principles of Psychology Health Education and Promotion Elective Deviant Group Behaviour* Introduction to Counselling Elective Physiology and Processes of Addictions Internship in Addictions Counselling Introductory Sociology Elective Year 3 Professional Issues and Practice The third and fourth year of the Baccalaureate Route can be completed at University of Lethbridge. 10

11 MEDICINE HAT COLLEGE Type of diploma: Diploma Social Work Medicine Hat College 299 College Drive SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6 Tel: (403) ; or 1 (866) , Fax: (403) info@mhc.ab.ca URL: Program contact: Richard Gregory Academic Advising Tel: Tel: rgregory@mhc.ab.ca Social Work Diploma Medicine Hat College s two year diploma program combines knowledge of the humanities and behavioral sciences, an understanding of social work theory and philosophy, and the development of practical skills in classroom and fieldwork settings. Post diploma you have the option of transferring to a Bachelor of Social Work program through the University of Calgary (administered at Medicine Hat College), or the University of Regina. You may also apply your social work diploma as credit towards a Bachelor of Professional Arts (Human Services) from Athabasca University. Program duration: 2 years Courses/Academic Programs/Programs of Study/Social Work.aspx Year 1 Year 2 Contemporary Aboriginal Issues in Canada Human Development Introductory Communications for Helping Professionals Social Work Research and Leadership in Human Services Principles of Psychology Social Work with Families Introduction to Social Work Social Work Practicum I Social Problems and Policies International Social Work Practicum+ Developmental Psychology Social work with communities Social Work Theories & Process Social Work with Mental Illness, Trauma, and Addictions Social Work with Individuals Social Work Practicum II Social Work with Groups Elective Elective One of: ENGL 202 Reading and Writing about Literature I ENGL 203 Reading and Writing about Literature II For complete list of electives please go to Courses/Academic Programs/Programs of Study/Social Work.aspx 11

12 MOUNT ROYAL COLLEGE Type of diploma: Certificate Addiction Studies Mount Royal College Faculty of Continuing Education and Extension Lincoln Park Campus, Kerby Hall 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 Tel: (403) (Info); or Tel: 1 (866) , Fax: (403) cehealth@mtroyal.ca URL : Program contact: E mail: cehealth@mtroyal.ca Tel: or Toll free: Addiction Studies Extension Certificate The comprehensive Addiction Studies Extension Certificate, supported by the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission (AADAC), introduces a variety of theories and models of addiction as they relate to prevention education. If you work with those addicted to gambling, alcohol or other substances, whether in a professional or personal capacity, you need knowledge of a broad range of addiction topics to successfully meet community needs. You may take courses in order to receive credit towards annual professional development, registration and licence requirements in your field. Program duration: 120 hours Introduction to Addictions Perspectives Drugs, How They Work, Their Effects Community Based Prevention Working with Adolescents Family and Addiction Special Topics in Addiction 12

13 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Certificate Indigenous Addictions Services Certificate (IASC) Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com Web Site: Indigenous Addictions Services Certificate (IASC) addictions services certificate iasc Nechi Institute has built a solid reputation on providing Community Addictions Training, Advanced Counselor Training, and Program Management. Students taking IASC will not be disappointed as this course will lead to potential career opportunities. IASC will ladder into other post secondary institutes. The program is comprised of 10 courses over a 9 month period. Each course is 5 days in length plus a cultural evening on the Sunday of each course week. Duration of Program: 9 months list Colonization, Decolonization and Ethics and Communication Addictions and Pharmacology Supportive Addictions Counselling Counselling and Interventions Assessment Principles and Processes Treatment Planning and Resource Networking Relapse Prevention and Aftercare Principles of Human Development Personal Growth Health Inclusion: Meeting Population Needs Caseload Management Strategic Planning, Evaluation and Proposal 13

14 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Certificate Community Addictions Training (CAT) Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com Web Site: Community Addictions Training Certificate addictions training Nechi Institute s Community Addictions Training (CAT) Certificate offers students training in alcohol and drug counselling skills. This program consists of eight courses; each course relates to and builds on skills learned during the previous course. Duration of Program: 5 weeks Communication & Ethics Addictions Family Disease Assessment & Intervention Treatment Aftercare Personal Growth Prevention 14

15 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Certificate Advanced Counsellor Training (ACT) Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com Web Site: Advanced Counsellor Training Certificate counsellor training act certificate Nechi Institute s Advanced Counsellor Training (ACT) Certificate provides advanced skills development and in depth knowledge in specific areas of addictions treatment. This program builds on the skills developed in the Community Addictions Training (CAT) Certificate. The ACT certificate is comprised of five courses; Duration of Program: 5 weeks during a 5 month period. CAT courses Communication & Ethics Addictions Family Disease Assessment & Intervention Treatment Aftercare Personal Growth Prevention + 5 ACT courses One to One Counselling Family Dynamics Group Dynamics Suicide Prevention & Grieving Culture & Traditional Values 15

16 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Certificate Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASC) Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com URL: Aboriginal Addictions Services Certificate (AASC) addictions services certificate aasc The Aboriginal Addictions Services Certificate offers enhanced opportunities for graduates of the Nechi Institute Advanced Counsellor Training Series. The program, accredited by Alberta Advanced Education, provides opportunities to learn and practice the skills necessary to address current issues in the field of addictions counselling. Duration of Program: 2 college semesters Communications & Report Writing Facilitation & Community Development Family Counselling Pharmacology of Drugs Group Counselling 16

17 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Diploma Aboriginal Addictions Services (AASD) Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com URL: Aboriginal Addictions Services Diploma (AASD) addictions services diploma aasd The Diploma program will provide graduates of the Aboriginal Addictions Services Certificate program, the Community Wellness Certificate program and other human development certificate programs with the enhanced skills to meet increasing demands placed on employees working in the addictions and wellness field. Either the Aboriginal Addictions Services program or the Community Wellness program certificates are required. Applicants not possessing either certificate but having a certificate in another human development program from an accredited post secondary institution will be reviewed on an individual basis for program suitability. Duration of Program: Current Issues Communications II Impact of Residential School Program Management Evaluation of Community Based Programs Health Promotion Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Social Marketing Effective Supervision Practicum 17

18 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Certificate Community Wellness (CWW) Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com URL: Community Wellness Certificate (CWW) wellness certificate cww Nechi Institute has partnered with Keyano College and the Office of the Commissioner of Services for Children and Families (Alberta) to develop this program with a provincial focus. The program goal is to ensure graduates will have the skills necessary for enhancing the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual well being of children and families in their communities by reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors. The program is for care givers from various disciplines (child welfare, health centres, school counsellors, addictions programs, mental health workers, youth workers) from First Nation communities, Metis settlements and urban Aboriginal agencies. The program will also be of interest to those planning a career in Human Services. Duration of Program: Health Promotions Communicate Effectively Professional Development Child Development Working with Family and Community Developing Community Resources Program Development Program Integration I Program Integration II Community Integration 18

19 NECHI INSTITUTE Type of diploma: Other Specialty courses Nechi Training, Research & Health Promotion Institute PO Box 2039, Stn Main St. Albert, AB T8N 2G3 Tel: (780) ; 1 (800) Fax: (780) nechi@nechi.com URL: Specialty Courses youth focused and short courses Nechi develops specialty courses that allow working professionals and students to gain expertise in focused areas such as "Youth Development" and "Tobacco Abuse". These themed courses are available based on demand and may not be available every term. Courses offered: Youth Youth addictions 40 hours Survival skills for youth workers 40 hours Communicating with youth 40 hours Healthy sexuality 40 hours Other specialty courses Adult children of alcoholics 40 hours Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder 40 hours addictions ya skills youth workers ssyw youth cy sexuality hs children alcoholics acoa alcohol spectrum disorders fasd Gambling awareness 40 hours awareness treatment recovery issues ga Journey to hope & healing 40 hours hope healing beyond trauma and abuse jhh Residential school history and legacy 40 hours school history and legacy rshl Group facilitation 40 hours Smoking cessation 40 hours Youth tobacco cessation 40 hours facilitation gf cessation sc tobacco cessation ytc 19

20 NORTHERN LAKE COLLEGE Type of diploma: Certificate Addiction Services Worker certificate Northern Lakes College 1201 Main Street SE Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Tel: : Toll free: Fax: info@northernlakescollege.ca URL: Program Contact Shelley Wilkinson,ProgramAdvisor Mary Schroder Prince Tel: Tel: wilkinson@northernlakescollege.ca schroderm@northernlakescollege.ca Addiction Services Worker certificate The Addiction Services Worker certificate program from Northern Lakes College is designed to prepare addiction counsellors, throughout the province, meet the evolving skills and certification requirements of the profession. Students who successfully complete the program and have sufficient work experience will be eligible to write examinations from nationally recognized certification boards such as the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation or the First Nations Wellness/Addictions Counsellor Certification Board. The Addiction Services Worker graduate will work with communities and organizations to set up and operate programs forcused on reducing high levels of alcohol, drug and solvent abuse among onreserve populations. Program participants will be introduced to three key areas of study: prevention, intervention and aftercare. Duration of the program: 1 year Part time only Health Education: Personal Health and Wellness Psychology for the Health Care Professional Introduction to English Language and Literature Addiction Services Foundations: An Introduction to Addiction Services Addiction Services Foundations II: Models, Theories, and Counselling Techniques Addiction Services Foundations III: Screening, Intake, Orientation and Assessment Addiction Services Foundations IV: Treatment Planning, Case Management and Crisis Intervention Addiction Services Foundations V: Selected Topics Addiction Services Practicum Placement I Introduction to Pharmacology Fundamentals of Writing, and Reading Development Supporting Healthy Families 20

21 NORTHERN LAKE COLLEGE Type of diploma: Diploma Mental Health Northern Lakes College 1201 Main Street SE Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Tel: : Toll free: Fax: info@northernlakescollege.ca URL: Program Contact Cindy Martin John Anderson Tel: Tel: (780) Fax: (780) ) Fax: (780) martinc@northernlakescollege.ca andersonj@northernlakescollege.ca Mental Health Diploma Health Program prepares students over the course of two years to work in one of the helping professions focused on finding solutions to mental health issues of people in Aboriginal communities. Strong individuals with a broad understanding of mental health are needed to help deal with issues of grief and loss, violence and abuse, addictions, depression and suicide. This program is based on the Aboriginal belief in the interconnection of mind, body, spirit and emotions. The Mental Health Program graduate is a front line worker with the skills to find and fill the gaps in the current support system in order to support the well being of Aboriginal people. The approach taken in the program is to help students understand the history of the people and issues and to use traditional and culturally relevant means of meeting challenges. A diploma in Mental Health from Northern Lakes College will introduce the student to courses in history, human development, interpersonal communications, family and group dynamics, disease and disorder and counseling. The theory is followed by experiential study in order to carry out the activity needed to bring about positive change for all people. Duration of the program: 2 years Year 1 Year 2 Interpersonal Communications for the Helping Profession Mental Health Assessment Health Education: Personal Health and Wellness Violence and Abuse Historical Foundations Crisis Intervention Supporting Healthy Families Field Placement I Psychology for the Health Care Professional Community Development An Introduction to the Study of Society Grief and Loss Development Psychology: Life Span Substance Abuse and Addiction Diseases and Disorders, an Introduction to Mental Illness Healing and Mental Health Counseling and Interviewing Skills Introduction to Pharmacology Introduction to English Language and Literature Field Placement 21

22 NORTHQUEST COLLEGE Type of diploma: Certificate Aboriginal Community Support Worker Human Services Careers Street Edmonton, AB T5J 1L6 Tel: URL: Aboriginal Services: Tel: Toll Free: academic.student.recruiters@norquest.ca Aboriginal Community Support Worker Certificate This entry level human service career program is your gateway to employment in a human service agency or to further learning. This program introduces the skills needed to help individuals, families, or communities. Students may use transferable courses for higher level programs. Learners will develop knowledge and skills in problem solving, health and wellness, life management, computers, Aboriginal culture, interpersonal communications, crisis intervention, domestic violence prevention, and addictions. Learners will be introduced to the Canadian judicial system and models of alternative dispute resolution. Duration of the program: 1 year Addictions Observation, Documentation, and Report Writing in Human Service Careers Strategies for Treatment and Prevention Interpersonal Communications in Human Service Careers Writing in Organizations Community Support Work in Northern and Remote Communities Introduction to Computer Applications Domestic Violence and Prevention Crisis Intervention Health Education: Individual Health and Wellness Introduction to Community Support Work Young Offenders and the Law Introduction to the Canadian Judicial System Alternative Dispute Resolution Aboriginal History and Culture The Helping Process in Community Support Work Social Issues: Models and Practices of Helping from an Anti Oppressive Perspective Aboriginal Community Support Worker Practicum 22

23 PORTAGE COLLEGE Type of diploma: Diploma Community Social Work Portage College Portage College Box 417, Avenue Cold Lake Regional Service Centre Lac La Biche, AB Cold Lake Energy Centre T0A 2C Street Tel: Cold Lake, AB Fax: T9M 0B6 Toll Free: Tel: Fax: Toll Free: URL: Program Contact Tel: Community Social Work Diploma The CSW Program prepares students for a generalist social work career blending a solid foundation of practice and theory. The program includes 900 hours of practicvum over the two years and leads to eligibility as a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers and transfer credits to the third year of the Bachelor of Social Work with the University of Calgary. The program is offered on the Cold Lake and Lac La Biche campuses. Duration of the program: 2 years Introduction to social work Introduction to sociology Introductory psychology Social work interviewing Developmental psychology Elective Introduction to prose fiction North American Aboriginals Practicum Family dynamics Social work research methods & ethics Social work practice Abnormal psychology Addictions Group work Rural and northern practice Selected issues in social work Community development Elective Social policy Practicum 23