- Program Description
- Program of Studies / Mandatory Courses
- Admission and Registration
- Opportunities
- Next Steps
- Frequently Asked Questions
- College Resources
- Program Contact
Program Description
Focus on supporting children and youth in an educational environment. Suitable for Child and Youth Care students or graduates who are interested in learning more about how to support children and youth in a classroom setting.
Program Highlights
- Develop essential tools for working with Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Review the work of local professionals and international Autism experts, with emphasis on communication, social skills, behavioural challenges, family, sensory and educational issues.
- Gain strategies to assist students to learn more effectively.
- Develop understanding of how we learn, remember, and solve problems.
- Identify learning needs, and apply various strategies to support learning.
- Learn to use adaptive technology to assist children with special needs.
Additional Details
Admission and Registration
You do not need to apply to begin this program. Simply ensure you meet the requirements listed on the Admission Requirements webpage prior to registering.
Interested in taking a single course? Provided you have the appropriate prerequisites, the courses in this program can be taken individually.
Opportunities
- Early Childhood Educators
- Educational Support
- Fitness and Health Promotion Professionals
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Physiotherapist Assistants
- Personal Support Workers
- Registered Practical Nurses
- Registered Nurses
- Teachers
For details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, visit the Government of Canada Job Bank (opens in new window).
Next Steps
Frequently Asked Questions
- Continuing Education FAQ
- Where can I find more information on registering?
- What is the fee structure?
- How can I apply for an exemption?
- Can I obtain credit for learning obtained outside a traditional classroom?
- Where can I find more information on online learning and exams for online courses?
- How do I apply for the Acknowledgement of Completion?
College Resources
Program Contact
Continuing Education
Education and Library Studies
Email Us
1-844-767-6871