Addictions and Mental Health Studies

Sault College

Course

Online

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    1 Semester

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

This online certificate is designed for professionals working in healthcare, education, or social and community services fields who are currently working with, or would like to work with, populations affected by addictions and mental illness.

The program may also be of interest to individuals who want to broaden their understanding of addictions and mental health for personal reasons. This program will explore the complexities of mental illness, the link to addictions, and the needs of a diverse population. Learners will gain the relevant knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively work with populations who may have mental health and addictions issues.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Online

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

The program is directed to those who have related experience in the fields of mental health and addictions, which may include positions in community services (e.g. social workers, child and youth workers, police officers), education (e.g. educational support workers, educational assistants, teachers), and health (e.g. occupational therapist assistants, physiotherapist assistants, personal support workers, and nurses).

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older

Students must successfully complete all courses within 7 years of acceptance into the program in order to graduate

Students must obtain a G.P.A. of 2.0 or 60% or higher to obtain this certificate

Upon successful completion of the online Addictions and Mental Health Studies certificate program, students will obtain a Sault College certificate.

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Subjects

  • Mental Health
  • Social Work
  • Healthcare
  • Mental Illness
  • Society

Course programme

Semester 1
  • OEL1235 - 3 Addictions and Mental Health
  • OEL1266 - 3 Mental Health and Society
  • OEL1273 - 3 Human Development
  • OEL1400 - 3 Introduction to Counselling
  • OEL8001 - 2 Positive Perspectives: Methods and Strategies
Electives:

Learners must complete two electives of their choosing from the list below:
  • OEL8009 - Opioid Use, Misuse and Dependency
  • OEL1399 - Counselling Gender and Diversity
  • OEL1276 - Chemical Dependency and Substance Use and Abuse
  • OEL1277 - Understanding Offenders with Mental Health Issues
  • OEL1278 - Victim Assistance Services
  • OEL1279 - Motivational Interviewing and Change Theory Practice
  • OEL1280 - Family Counseling in Addictions
  • OEL1281 - Group Counseling for Addictions and Mental Health Practitioners

Addictions and Mental Health Studies

Price on request