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Diploma in Child and Youth Care

The Child and Youth Care program prepares you to support young people and their families who have experienced social, behavioural, and emotional challenges. During our 2-year diploma program, you’ll develop strong, ethical decision-making skills to prioritize the wellbeing and rights of the young people and families you serve.

Program details
Outcome
Diploma

Length
4 terms

Next start date
September 2024

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What to expect from the program
This program will prepare you for child and youth care worker roles through theory-based courses and a hands-on practicum experience—both of which emphasize the importance of culturally sensitive responses, strength-based communication, and creating relationships that promote trust and empowerment.

You will also learn how to:

Use a trauma-informed approach
Observe the impacts of adverse childhood experiences on young people and families
Implement activities for fostering resilience
Support positive change
Meet the diverse needs of young people and families
The course material uses a combination of various child and youth care theories and evidence-based skills to help you make a meaningful impact in your new career.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

NorQuest College provides meaningful career opportunities for people who want to make a difference in the lives of others and in their communities.

We are on a quest to find individuals who have a passion for what they do and who are looking for an environment that encourages, challenges, and supports them.

NorQuest College provides meaningful career opportunities for people who want to make a difference in the lives of others and in their communities.
We are on a quest to find individuals who have a passion for what they do and who are looking for an environment that encourages, challenges, and supports them.

PSW Opportunity

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

English language proficiency requirements
If English is your second language, you must provide proof of English language proficiency before admission. These results must be no more than two years old when you start your program.

Test scores we accept:

IELTS Academic: 6; no section score below 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 71
Cambridge English Language Assessment: 170-179
CAEL: 60
PTE Academic: 54
Duolingo: 105
minimum of 80% in ESLS 7000 or ESLS 7100 (or ESLG 2101), and 80% in ESLW 7000 or ESLW 7100 (or ESLG 2103)

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NorQuest College

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada