The Child and Youth Mental Health certificate provides you with an in-depth understanding of the complex and multi-faceted field of child and youth mental health. We will be exploring areas such as development, risk factors and early indicators through our selection of Professional Development courses. You will learn about some of the most common mental health issues affecting children and youth, such as OCD, eating disorders, anxiety, depression and trauma. Courses are available on a variety of treatment options, such as CBT, expressive arts, mindfulness and play therapy. The unique needs of grieving youth and gender independent and trans children will be explored.
Throughout the program there will be an emphasis on a collaborative approach to children's mental health and how to work effectively with the support systems surrounding the youth, including schools, family and other professionals.
Completion Requirements
To complete the Child and Youth Mental Health certificate, you must select a minimum of 84 course hours. You can complete this certificate in as little as one year or take up to seven years. You do not have to be working toward the Child and Youth Mental Health Certificate to take any of these courses.
Participation and Attendance
Full attendance and participation are required to complete these courses. Participants are requested, as much as possible, to have their cameras on. We know there are situations where this is not possible, so please send a message to your instructor or the Professional Development host to let them know that you are unable to turn on your camera. Our workshops are interactive and include breakout rooms, role play, group discussions and other activities. Participation is required.
Four + Discount
Register for four or more courses at once to apply a 10% discount in your cart on the cost of each course. You must register and pay for all courses at the same time; discount is not cumulative or retroactive. If discount is not being applied at time of registration, contact fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca for assistance. Discount cannot be applied after registration is complete.
Delivery Options
The Child and Youth Mental Health certificate courses are available remotely through Zoom.
Registration
No application is required. To register, select a course from the menu of the right, then a course section to view the dates and cost or add the course to your cart. Complete your registration with payment.
Becoming a Therapist
Completing the Child and Youth Mental Health certificate will not qualify you to register with any college or association, including the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Please visit those websites for information on becoming a therapist in Ontario, or your provincial regulatory college.
Contact Information
For more information about this certificate contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:
Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 548-889-5128
See our website and Frequently Asked Questions for more information.