The Community Resource Consultant Certificate will provide you with the general principles and techniques needed for working with children and young adults with exceptionalities.

Participants of the program will be able to choose areas of specialization and apply the principles learned to those areas. This allows for a high degree of flexibility and sensitivity to the needs of the community and to the individuals enrolled in the program.

When working with individuals with exceptionalities, continual creativity and ability to problem-solve, as well as familiarity with new techniques and strategies for working in inclusive environments are prime considerations for continual and new employment opportunities. This certificate program will enhance various diplomas in the Human Services area.

The program consists of 270 hours of theory and 100 hours of practical experience. The classroom learning combines lectures, audio-visual presentations, group discussions/activities, and hands-on demonstration. The practical experience will take place in a work setting that provides services to persons at risk of or having exceptionalities. Emphasis will be placed on working cooperatively with the supporting teacher and families to integrate individual program plans within a family perspective.

• Two-year diploma in Human Services (ECE, DAC, DSW, SSW, Rec & Leisure etc.) or equivalent
• Relevant work experience may be considered
• Current certificate of police record check (after admission offer is accepted)
• Completed medical history form from Canadore College, including immunizations (after admission offer is accepted)
• Current qualifications in Basic Rescuer: CPR and Standard First Aid training prior to field placement

Please call the Continuing Education Office to discuss your training needs or to make recommendations for innovative new courses/programs that may be offered in the future.

For more information, call (705) 474-7600 ext. 5600 or toll free in Ontario and Quebec, (800) 519-3534,
or contact us at coned@canadorec.on.ca