Twinning Program - Graduate Certificate - Mental Health and Disability Management (475) & Graduate Certificate - Autism and Behavioural Science (164)

Students will support clients with dual diagnoses across the lifespan through the use of intervention strategies, research or policy development.

Program Highlights: • First program in Ontario to focus on Mental Health and Disability Management. • Flexible learning available based on 2 program delivery options.

Learning outcomes: • Learn about mental health and disability separately in Semester 1 and how clients present with complex conditions as part of dual diagnoses in Semester 2. • Practice intervention strategies appropriate for clients and families. • Engage in simulation exercises that build awareness and empathy. • Develop knowledge translation skills to successfully work as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Work directly with clients or behind the scenes through research or policy development.

Additionally, this program is a part of the Mohawk College's Twinning programs .The twinning programs allow international students when applying to take 2 graduate certificate programs back-to-back, allowing them to apply for a two-year study permit with just one application. Note: This program is part of the Mohawk College's Twinning option, the programs included within this option change on a semester to semester basis.