Working With Youth and Families
Course Information
Youth are highly diverse group and vary in age, development, culture, religion, sexual orientation, skills, capacities, interests and strengths. This course examines youth in a system of relationships with family, peers, their community and others, and the ways members of this system can have a significant impact on substance use, other addictions and mental health. Students are introduced to current issues in addiction and mental health in youth, risk factors, developmental and other considerations for assessment, treatment counselling, relapse prevention, maintenance and other supports including harm reduction and skill building strategies.
Intake S24 SEM
Start Date May 14 / 2024
End Date Aug 20 / 2024
Prerequisite(s):
Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma. High Level of proficiency in written and oral communication (English).
Computer Software Requirements:
n/a
Chats:
No
Group Work:
Yes
Registering college code:
SE-ADM708
Host college code:
SL-CSSL87
How to register
You can register in-person, online or by phone. For details visit https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/ce/info/registration/index.html .
Contact
Centre for Flexible Learning
Centre for Flexible Learning, room D2375
Email : online@senecapolytechnic.ca
Faculty of Continuing EducationNewnham campus, Room D22001750 Finch Avenue EastToronto, ON
M2J 2X5