Child & Youth Worker - Apprenticeship
Certificate of ApprenticeshipHighlights
- Apprentices must first register with the Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities prior to enrollment in the CYW Apprenticeship Program, Phone 1800-668-4479
- Theory content and “in-school” portion is deliverd during the day at the Fennell Campus
- Experiences will include opportunities to visit community agencies, field placements with a wide variety of age groups, and hands on activities in the classroom setting.
- The CYW Apprenticeship Certificate from the Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities is awarded upon successful completion of 4000-6000 “on-the-job” hours in addition to “in-school” CYW courses
- In addition to the CYW Apprenticeship Certificate, the apprentice may work towards an CYW Diploma upon successful completion of a College English and a specified number of courses
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program is also offered for senior secondary students to attend Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship Training and work with employers in a co-op education work placement as registered apprentices
Background on Child and Youth Worker Apprenticeship program
- Specialize in supporting change with children, youth and their families experiencing a range of social, emotional and behavioural challenges
- Implement a range of prevention, intervention and treatment strategies for children, youth and their families including crisis intervention, conflict management, problem solving, counseling, activity programming, and group work
- Work with client challenges including difficult home situations, substance abuse, behavioural problems, and conflicts with the law
- Advocate for the rights of children and youth
- Participate in field placements including one with adolescent clients, one in a residential setting and one in a specialized setting
- More information about the program of studies and career opportunities please check the Calendar Description
- Potential Sponsors (PDF)
- Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) - Challenge exams are available for each course in the CYW Apprenticeship Program.
Apprentice candidates must first register with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
To find out more information on this mode of delivery, please contact our CYW Apprenticeship Coordinator, KimAnn Laush, kim.laush@mohawkcollege.ca, 905-575-1212, x4523.
