In Niagara College's School of Community Services you can...

  • assist individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder;
  • foster pathways to early childhood learning and discovery;
  • make a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs;
  • support individuals in enjoying recreation and leisure experiences;
  • positively impact at-risk children and adults; or
  • help children and youth improve their well-being.

Do you have a passion for supporting others and want to enhance the well-being of people of all ages? The Niagara College School of Community Services, located at the Welland campus, prepares students to support the varying needs of individuals and families of all ages, including children, youth, adults and the elderly. Programs are taught by expert faculty with a strong emphasis on experiential learning opportunities that enable students to gain critical industry experience via in-depth field placement opportunities. In addition, alternative program delivery formats make it easier to attend classes; students are given the opportunity to earn additional certifications in conjunction with their credentials; and unique university bridging opportunities can be explored.

Programs

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Addictions and Mental Health

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Graduate Certificate 1 Year
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Autism and Behavioural Science

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Graduate Certificate 1 Year
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Child and Youth Care

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Advanced Diploma 6 Consecutive Terms
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Early Childhood Education

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Diploma 2 Years
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Early Childhood Education – Advanced Standing

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Diploma 1 Year
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Early Childhood Education – Six Nations Polytechnic (Brantford)

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Diploma 2 Years
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Early Childhood Education – Six Nations Polytechnic (Waterloo)

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Diploma 2 Years
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Early Childhood Education – Resource Consulting
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Graduate Certificate 1 Year
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Educational Assistance and Adult Supports

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Diploma 2 Years
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Recreation Therapy

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Diploma 2 Years
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Social Service Worker

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Diploma 2 Years
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Tour Our Labs & Resource Rooms

Ever wondered where you'll learn at NC? Our Simulation Lab Technician, Alison Ryder, will walk you through a tour our state-of-the-art Snoezelen lab, NC-TRAC space, and student Resource Room. These spaces are available to you as a student of the School of Community Services.

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