College Diploma - Mental Health and Addiction Worker (DA)

The Mental Health and Addiction program has been designed to ensure graduates are skilled in both mental health and addictions according to the latest industry standards.

Graduates of the Mental Health and Addiction program will:

• Gain the skills to work in a variety of settings supporting clients, families, groups and communities affected by substance use and mental health issues. • Acquire the ability to critically analyze multiple and intersecting causes and impacts of substance use and mental health issues. This multidimensional approach integrates Anti-Oppressive Practice (AOP), and Indigenous approaches to working in the field of mental health and addiction. • Understand how to apply evidence - based knowledge and skills in screening, assessment, treatment planning and interventions that promote equitable access to supports and services. • Learn the application of harm reduction strategies, trauma informed interventions, case management, health promotion, and prevention. • Have the opportunity to gain direct field practice working within an interdisciplinary team providing support throughout the substance use and mental health system.