Child & Youth Service Worker

Empower Lives. Shape Futures. Lead with Compassion.
🕒 Duration: 10 Months

📍 Criminal Record Check Required

Children and youth are the heart of every community — but not every young person starts with the same support system. That’s where Child & Youth Service Workers come in.

These professionals play a critical role in education, rehabilitation, and social development, helping at-risk children and youth navigate emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. They work in schools, shelters, treatment centers, correctional facilities, and community organizations — creating safe, stable environments where young people can thrive.

If you want a career that truly makes a difference, this program is your gateway.

Why Employers Hire Child & Youth Service Workers

Employers rely on these professionals to:

Support vulnerable youth through one-on-one care and mentoring
Facilitate intervention and rehabilitation in behavioral and mental health
Run youth programs, life skills workshops, and peer support groups
Collaborate with social workers, educators, and justice system professionals
Ensure that youth are safe, heard, and empowered

With rising awareness about mental health, trauma-informed care, and equity, the demand for compassionate and trained professionals has never been greater.

What You’ll Learn in the Program

In this 10-month diploma, students will gain real-world, practical skills to support children and youth across different settings:

Youth and adolescent development
Counseling techniques and communication strategies
Trauma-informed care and behavior management
Crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and de-escalation
Addictions and mental health awareness
Family dynamics, abuse prevention, and support resources
Documentation, reporting, and ethics in social services
Working with Indigenous, immigrant, and marginalized communities
Community program planning and facilitation
Job readiness and professional conduct

You’ll also complete hands-on practicum placements to apply your skills in real environments.

Career Ladder: Where You Start and Where You Can Go

Career Level	Job Title
Entry-Level	Youth Support Worker, Family Support Assistant, Shelter Worker
Mid-Level	Child & Youth Counselor, Behavioral Technician, Group Home Supervisor
Senior-Level	Program Coordinator, Family Services Specialist, Crisis Response Lead
Advanced Roles	Social Worker, Case Manager, Youth Justice Advocate, Director of Youth Programs

With further education or experience, many graduates also move into education support, social work, mental health counseling, or nonprofit leadership.

Who Should Take This Program?

This diploma is ideal for:

Empathetic individuals who want to make a lasting impact on youth lives
Career changers looking to move into community care, education, or social services
Newcomers with a background in teaching, psychology, or social work
High school graduates passionate about social justice, equity, and mental health
Parents or caregivers who want to deepen their understanding of youth development

If you’re a natural listener, a helper at heart, and thrive in meaningful work, this career will reward you every single day.

Why You Choose This Program?

📅 Duration: 10 Months
🧠 Learn: Youth development, counseling, mental health, trauma-informed care
🧪 Hands-On Experience: Practicum placements in real child & youth service environments
🧾 Includes: Training in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and community program planning
✅ Job-Ready: Resume support, interview coaching, and Canadian workplace skills included
🛡️ Requirement: Criminal Record Check (CRC) needed to qualify for field placements

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

At Career 4X, we help you take the right steps with personalized admissions guidance, grant eligibility support, and job-readiness training.

📞 Contact Us for a Free Discovery Call to learn:

Which colleges offer this program
How to qualify for Alberta Government grants
What the admissions process looks like (Standard or Mature Student path)
How long it will take based on your learning mode
What career coaching and job placement support you’ll receive

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