Child and Youth Care

If you want to pursue a University Degree after graduation, or if you already hold a related University Degree or College Diploma, the following options will be of interest:

Get a Degree; CYC Diploma for University Graduates; CYC Diploma for ECE Graduates; CYC Diploma for SSW/SSWN Graduates

If you have finalized all academic requirements for a CYC advanced diploma from another Ontario college, but wish to complete your placement requirements through a unique northern experience, information about a September to April placement pathway can be found under the following heading:

Placement Completion Option for CYC Transfer Students

1. Get a Degree

For students who choose to continue their education after graduation, the Sault College Child and Youth Care Program and Algoma University here in Sault Ste. Marie have one of the best College-to-University Credit Transfer Agreements in the Province, allowing our graduates to complete a Bachelor`s Degree in Psychology at Algoma in just one academic year, dependent on GPA. Additional information on the process to transfer credit is available on the Algoma University website. Similar opportunities for advanced standing exist at other Universities and Colleges including Windsor, Ryerson, Athabasca, Griffith University and Humber College.

2. CYC Diploma for University Graduates

If you have a degree in Psychology, but lack specialized field experience, our Degree Plus Diploma option may be for you.

In one academic year, you can achieve a three year Diploma that is accredited by the Provincial Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development and recognized throughout Canada. You will acquire practical skills and meaningful field experience under the supervision of well-qualified mentors. In addition, you will become eligible to apply for full professional membership in the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care (OACYC).

A Child and Youth Care Diploma will complement your theoretical knowledge and enhance your employability by providing you the specialized skills and credentials to work with children, adolescents and families in a broad range of settings.

Entrance Requirements

• BA in Psychology from an Accredited University
• Overall B average in area of concentration
• Current Resume (including volunteerism, workshops, PD activity)
• Placement Eligibility (as per College/Program requirements)
• Academic advisement interview with CYC Program Coordinator or Designate.

* Course of Study

Semester A (Fall)

• CYC210-2 Integrated Seminar II
• CYC206-3 Child Care Methods III
• CYC308-7 Community Practicum III
• CYC202-3 Counselling Skills I
• GEN100-3 Global Citizenship
• CYC203-3 Group Dynamics I
• CYC207-2 Legislation and Social Issues

Semester B (Winter)

• CYC251-3 Group Dynamics II
• CYC252-3 Youth in Conflict with the Law
• CYC253-3 Counselling Skills II
• CYC254-3 Abuse & Family Violence
• CYC255-3 Child and Adolescent Mental Health 1
• CYC358-7 Community Practicum IV
• CYC360-2 Integrated Seminar IV

In order to maximize learning opportunities for University graduates, CYC210 and CYC308 will be considered co-requisites in the fall semester, for these applicants only.

* Individual maps may vary somewhat based on prior experience and/or the particular course content of specific degrees, but will comprise no less than 52 required credits overall. These determinations will be made in consultation with the Program Coordinator at the time of application.

Registration Notes

Following the academic advisement interview you will apply to CYC through the OCAS process. Once accepted, you will then be manually streamed to the correct semester and enrolled in your required courses. Further information can be obtained through the Office of the Registrar and the Financial Aid office.

This opportunity is specific to persons with a BA in Psychology but applicants with related degrees will be considered on an individual basis. In these circumstances, block transfers of credit may be reduced. For applicants who do not meet the minimum academic requirements, the credit transfer process may be limited to a course to course basis. All program offerings are subject to sufficient enrolment. Published information is subject to change without notice.

3. CYC Diploma for ECE Graduates

As a graduate of an Early Childhood Education Diploma program, you have acquired extensive experience and knowledge in supervised child-centered practicum settings and you have a strong understanding of creative expression, teaching methods, professionalism, program planning and child development. In acknowledgement of your prior learning, and in recognition of the broad foundational and philosophical commonalities between our programs, ECE graduates will receive advanced standing equivalent to one full year of study in the three year Child and Youth Care program at Sault College.

*Individual maps may vary somewhat based on the course content and sequencing of specific diploma programs. These determinations will be made in consultation with the Program Coordinator at the time of application.

A Child and Youth Care Diploma will complement your ECE training by providing you the necessary skills and credentials to work effectively with older children, adolescents and families in a variety of circumstances. You will be trained in the specific applications of counselling, group dynamics and case management skills that are central to Child and Youth Care. As a dual Diploma graduate, you will be more diverse in your skill sets and better qualified to seek employment in a broad range of settings.

Entrance Requirements

• Early Childhood Education Diploma from an Accredited College
• CPIC and Health Documentation (as per College/Program requirements)
• Academic advisement interview with CYC Program Coordinator or Designate

Program Duration for ECE Diploma Graduates

The duration of the advanced standing option for ECE graduates is four semesters with a September start.

Registration Notes

Following the academic advisement interview you can apply to Semester One through the OCAS process. Once accepted, you will be manually enrolled in your required courses. Further information can be obtained through the Office of the Registrar and the Financial Aid office.

This opportunity is specific to persons with an ECE Diploma. Applicants who wish to transfer from ECE to CYC prior to completion will continue to access and transfer credit according to the established format. All program offerings are subject to sufficient enrolment. Published information is subject to change without notice.

4. CYC Diploma for SSW/SSWN Graduates

As a graduate of a Social Service Worker Diploma program, you have acquired extensive experience and knowledge of ethical practice, professionalism and social understanding from a generalist perspective. In acknowledgement of your prior learning, and in recognition of the broad foundational and philosophical commonalities between our programs, SSW graduates will receive advanced standing equivalent to one full year of study in the three year Child and Youth Care program at Sault College.

*Individual maps may vary somewhat based on the course content and sequencing of specific diploma programs. These determinations will be made in consultation with the Program Coordinator at the time of application.

A Child and Youth Care Diploma will complement your SSW training by providing you the specialized skills and credentials to work effectively with children, adolescents and families in a variety of circumstances. You will be trained in youth and family oriented applications of counselling, group dynamics and developmental processes that are central to Child and Youth Care. As a dual Diploma graduate you will be more diverse in your skill sets and better qualified to seek employment in a broad range of settings.

Entrance Requirements

• SSW Diploma from an Accredited College
• CPIC and Health Documentation (as per College/Program requirements)
• Academic advisement interview with CYC Program Coordinator or Designate

Program Duration for SSW/SSWN Diploma Graduates

The duration of the advanced standing option for SSW graduates is four semesters with a September start.

Registration Notes

Following the academic advisement interview you can apply to Semester One through the OCAS process. Once accepted, you will be manually enrolled in your required courses. Further information can be obtained through the Office of the Registrar and the Financial Aid office.

This opportunity is specific to persons with an SSW or SSWN diploma. Applicants who wish to transfer from SSW/SSWN to CYC prior to completion will continue to access and transfer credit according to the established format. All program offerings are subject to sufficient enrolment. Published information is subject to change without notice.

5. Placement Completion Option For CYC Transfer Students

If you have finalized all academic requirements for a CYC advanced diploma from another Ontario college, but wish to complete your placement requirements through a unique northern experience, we offer a September to April option that is equivalent to four levels of community practicum. Once you have successfully completed your two block placement experiences and their accompanying seminar courses, you will be eligible to graduate with a CYC Diploma from Sault College. Most significantly, your professional qualifications will be enriched and supported by a real experience of relational practice in a northern context.

The courses required for this option are as follows:

Fall

CYC306-21 Community Practicum V: Block 1 - and - CYC301-3 Seminar 111

Winter

CYC355-22 Community Practicum V1: Block 11 - and - CYC351-3 Seminar 1V

Registration Notes

Following the academic advisement interview with the program coordinator or designate, you will apply to the Sault College CYC through OCAS. Once accepted, you will then be manually streamed to the correct semester and enrolled in your required courses. Further information can be obtained through the Office of the Registrar and/or the program Coordinator.

This opportunity is specific to persons who have successfully completed all academic requirements for graduation from a three year CYC Diploma program at another Ontario College, with the exception of their field placement requirements. If you do not meet the stated criteria, the credit transfer process may be limited to a course to course basis. This stream of study is subject to sufficient enrolment and departmental approval. Published information is subject to change without notice.