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First Nations Addictions and Mental Health Diploma

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The First Nations Addictions and Mental Health Diploma program is a 2-year program that will prepare students to work in the field of addictions and mental health. The program is a unique, culturally-based program dealing with the current issues surrounding addictions and mental health in the First Nations population. Mature and serious-minded candidates who want to help change lives should apply. The students strengths and life experiences will be highlighted throughout the program. The program format will include lectures, small group learning, case studies, class discussions and presentations, volunteer opportunities, field trips, land-based learning, appropriate textbooks, and a practicum/field placement.

 

COURSES (These are subject to change)

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Year 1 

  • AMH00140    Introduction to Addictions & Mental Health     

  • AMH00141    Computer Applications                       

  • AMH00142    Written Communication

  • AMH00143    Indigenous Trauma

  • AMH00144    Interpersonal Communication

  • AMH00145     Contemporary Health Issues

  • AMH00146    Understanding Addictions

  • AMH00147    Physiology of Addictions

  • AMH00148    Introduction to Case Management

  • AMH00149    Addiction & Mental Health Affecting Youth

  • AMH00150    Understanding Harm Reduction Strategies

  • AMH00132    Community Preparation & Expectations

  • AMH00133    Community Engagement (Field)

 

Year 2

  • AMH00240    Land Based Approaches & Eco-Therapy

  • AMH00241    Orientation to Trauma, Children and CFS

  • AMH00242    Addictions, Mental Health & Women

  • AMH00243    Treatment and Recovery

  • AMH00244    Life Skills

  • AMH00245    Families and Older Adults

  • AMH00246    Legal Responsibilities

  • AMH00247    Self-Care for Helpers

  • AMH00248    Therapeutic Modalities

  • AMH00249    Gambling and Emergency Care

  • AMH00232    Community Preparation & Expectations

  • AMH00233    Community Engagement (Field)

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

You are invited to apply if you have:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent standing, or Mature student with a combination of education and work experience

  • Completion of a Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable/ Persons, Adult Abuse and Child Abuse Registry Check

  • A resume

  • An official transcript

  • Two letters of recommendation: previous employer and a character reference

  • Hand-written assessment

  • Possible interview

  • Sponsorship letter

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