Child and Youth Care Diploma

About this programme

Make a positive difference in the lives children, youth and families as a child and youth care (CYC) worker. The CYC job market continues to grow, and VIU graduates are in high demand. The VIU diploma program prepares you to work in educational, residential and community settings across Canada. The diploma includes 350 hours of practicum experience, which gives you practical training and networking opportunities. Students interested in the diploma must apply to the Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care . Prior to completion of their first year students must indicate their interest in exiting with their Child and Youth Care Diploma. Upon successful completion of the first two years (60 credits including practicum), students will be eligible to receive the Child and Youth Care Diploma. The two-year Child and Youth Care diploma program prepares students to be skilled in working with individuals, their families/caregivers and small groups across a variety of practice settings. General practice in these settings calls for individuals who are willing and able to work cooperatively with other community professionals, and in a variety of multi-disciplinary settings (schools, community, corrections facilities, residential settings). Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural safety skills are highlighted throughout the curriculum. The program is offered on a full-time as well as a part-time basis. Students who successfully complete the two-year program, including a practicum, will be eligible for VIU’s Diploma in Child and Youth Care.