Mental Health and Substance Use Work

Tuition is See costs broken down into categories including tuition fees, textbooks, student activity fees, U-Pass and more., while applications for the May 2027 intake are due by Apr 30, 2027.

This certificate prepares graduates to work as mental health and substance use workers. Students learn to provide client-centred care in community, residential, and institutional settings. The program focuses on recovery, trauma-informed practices, and harm reduction. It includes hands-on clinical practice and experiential learning.

Focus areas include Recovery in Mental Health, Medication Management, Trauma Informed Practices, Therapeutic Relationships, Professional Practice, Mental Health and Addictions.

Two semesters; 32.00 credits; includes two practicum experiences; full-time.

Graduates work as mental health and substance use workers in community, residential, and institutional settings.

General College Admission Requirements; Criminal Record Check required after offer; admission interview may be required; immunizations required before clinical practice.

On-campus; full-time; two semesters.