Community Mental Health

Are you interested in helping and supporting others? Do more than recognize the mental health problems that you encounter. Gain the knowledge and skills you need to work effectively with people who have mental health issues by taking the Community Mental Health Certificate

Learn about awareness and prevention, supportive intervention, treatment strategies, advocacy and collaboration with community partners.

You’ll complete nine courses which include Introduction to Mental Health, Counselling Techniques, Concurrent Disorders, Infant/Toddler Mental Health, Families and Communities, Pharmacology, Ethics and Law, and Alternative Therapies. Plus, you’ll also gain relevant experience during a practicum component.

When you graduate, you’ll be better prepared to recognize and support individuals who are experiencing mental health and wellness issues.

This program will be offered on a part-time basis.

You’ll need a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree prior to being accepting into this program.