College Diploma - Human Service Practitioner

Human services practitioners connect individuals and families with the support they need to increase their participation in society. From providing physical and emotional support to full-on crisis intervention, when people in the community need help, human services practitioners are there to make a difference in their quality of life. A career in human services could be perfect for students who have a heart for helping others and a passion for people and community. In the Human Service Practitioner program, students will learn how to assist vulnerable individuals of all ages with complex needs who are experiencing challenges in daily life. Through a combination of experiential and applied learning, students will gain knowledge and skills in delivering individual and group programming, human development, exceptionalities, and counselling strategies. Students will also study communication methods, ethical conduct, crisis response and behavioural change.