Program Description

In this diploma program, learners prepare to either advocate or deliver social service programs that help Indigenous people navigate through the social welfare or legal systems.  From an Indigenous perspective, learners apply their critical thinking and self-awareness skills to understand how to best support families with overcoming barriers in child welfare, substance abuse, or other traumatic situations.

Program Summary

University Transfer

The Family and Community Counselling Diploma can transfer to the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology in the 1st year of General Arts program.

Career Path

Our graduates find jobs with different employers including Children & Family Service agencies, Community Health Agencies, First Nation communities, or provincial agencies. Various positions may include:

• Case Manager
• Mental Health and Addictions Worker
• Crisis Support Counsellor
• Family Violence Support Worker

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites

• Graduated from NEC’s Family and Community Counselling Certificate Program a minimum of “C” grade average (GPA 2.0)
• English 110 with “C” grade or higher
• FCC 150 with “B” grade or higher
• Interview with Program Manager

Course Schedule

Term 1 - September

 Term 2 - January

Term 3 - April

Tuition & Fees

This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.

For more information, contact:

Admissions Department
(604) 873-3772 Ext. 328
admissions@necvancouver.org