Overview

Addictions, Community and Mental Health Professional SIIT Diploma Program

Prepare for a meaningful career supporting individuals, families, and communities affected by addiction and mental health challenges.

Through classroom learning, counselling practice, and field placements, you’ll develop skills in addiction counselling, community outreach, mental health support, and client advocays using both Indigenous and Western approaches to holistic care.

This program focuses on personal and professional growth, helping you develop knowledge, self-awareness, and practical counselling skills need to work with youth, adults, and older adults in a variety of community settings.

This is a 2-year diploma program.

Admission Requirements

You'll need Grade 12, Adult 12, or GED, plus references and a letter of intent. Applicants with a history of substance use or mental health challenges must be in a stable stage of recovery and wellness that supports successful participation in the program and safe support of others. Typically, applicants must be two years post-treatment or in full recovery.

You'll also need a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check before practicum placement.

Current Grade 12 students may be conditionally admitted based on their most recent official transcript and list of Grade 12 courses in which they are enrolled.

NOTE: This program is open to domestic applicants only. International students are invited to explore our other program options.

Fees

Application FEE Price Other Total
75.00 CAD -
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75.00 CAD

Please call for information regarding tuition, fees, books and materials.

Locations, Dates and Apply

LOCATION Dates and Times Session Notes Status
HUMBOLDT FALL 2027 PROGRAM: Starts August 30, 2027 (blended)*

*Apply before May 15, 2027 and be entered to win a $1,000 Scholarship!

OPEN Apply
PUNNICHY FALL 2027 PROGRAM: Starts August 30, 2027 (blended)*

*Apply before May 15, 2027 and be entered to win a $1,000 Scholarship!

OPEN Apply

Acknowledgement of Traditional Territories

Carlton Trail College serves the communities of east-central Saskatchewan. We respectfully acknowledge that we do so within Treaty 4 and 6 territories, traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota and Métis Nations.

We honour and respect these Treaties and are committed to working in partnership with all Nations in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.