Child and Youth Care

Program Overview

The Child and Youth Care (CYCP) Advanced Diploma at Cambrian College is Canada's first nationally accredited Child and Youth Care program, re-accredited by the Child and Youth Care Educational Accreditation Board (CYCEAB). The program prepares students to support children, youth, and families dealing with complex social, emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges. Through compressed academic semesters, the full 6-semester diploma is completed in just 2 years. Students complete two supervised field placements totalling over 900 hours across diverse settings including mental health agencies, schools, hospitals, child welfare organizations, and youth justice programs. The curriculum emphasizes trauma-informed practice, culturally responsive care, and evidence-based behavioural interventions.

Intakes: Fall (September)

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
• Any Grade 12 English — Credit (C) or University (U) level
• IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent English proficiency
• Valid First Aid Certificate (required before commencing placement in Semesters 3 & 5)
• Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (required before commencing placement in Semesters 3 & 5)
• Basic computer competency in relevant software (recommended)

Tuition Fees for Nepalese Students

*Tuition estimates are approximate and may increase annually. 3 semesters are completed per academic year under the compressed delivery model.

Specialisation / Pathway Options

• Mental Health & Addictions
• Child Welfare & Family Intervention
• Youth Justice
• Education Sector Support
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Indigenous & Rural Community Care

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