About the Program
This one-year certificate program is designed to support students as they prepare to enter a variety of career-based academic programs in the human service fields. The program will strengthen students' academic skills and assist them in developing greater knowledge and awareness of the range of human service career options. Through intentionally designed program activities, students will engage with relevant career programs in order to develop a fuller understanding of the professional requirements of those programs and determine personal suitability and fit.
Program Outcomes
Demonstrate communication and academic skills at the postsecondary level in preparation for future academic learning.
Use a variety of college resources for the purpose of enhancing student success.
Assess the careers in the human services fields and their associated requirements for this suitability to self.
Analyze the academic and professional requirements of careers in the human services fields.
Describe how the contributions of professionals working in human services fields impacts on the health and wellness of individuals and communities.
Discuss basic theoretical concepts and practices applied in the field of human services.
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Level 1
Course Details
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
Conestoga 101
CON0101
Enhancing Student Success
HSF1005
Interpersonal Behaviour and Human Services
HSF1057
Career Exploration in Human Services
HSF1180
Essential Mathematics
MATH1400
Developmental Psychology
PSYC1040
Level 2
Course Details
Foundations in Presentation Skills
COMM1835
Social Issues in Human Services
HSF1035
Group Dynamics
HSF1145
Understanding Diversity
HSF1210
Applied Human Services Practices
HSF1225
Electives: Program Option
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours
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Please note that all courses may not be offered in all semesters. Go to your student portal for full timetabling details under "My Courses".
Digital Literacy
HSF1230
Math for Data Management
MATH1005
Government Managers - Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration
Managers in Social, Community and Correctional Services
Statistical Officers and Related Research Support Occupations
Social Workers
Family, Marriage and Other Related Counsellors
Social Policy Researchers, Consultants and Program Officers
Social and Community Service Workers
Health Insurance - $500