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Family & Community Counselling Certificate
Program Description
The Family and Community Counselling program offers specialized training for delivering personal counselling and social services within the cultural values and beliefs of Indigenous community. Students are encouraged to understand their history, and to integrate traditional knowledge and skills into their practice
The Family & Community Counselling Certificate (FCCC) Program is 11 months of study or a total of 39 credits, which includes a 200-hour practicum placement in the Social Services field.
Explore the issue of power and oppression based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, race, and culture. You’ll develop the knowledge, values, and skills necessary for an entry-level position focusing on the relationship between client problems and public issues, and the promoting of social justice and human well-being.
Upon completion of this certificate, you can apply to the Family and Community Counseling Diploma Program at NEC.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Family & Community Counselling Certificate, learners will be proficient in the following areas:
1. Introduction to Psychology and Trauma Counselling
2. Develop skills Building and Program Planning
3.Get real-world experience before you graduate during a practicum placement.
If you are interested in being a positive force in the lives of those around you, F&CCC is a great option to start your career!
Occupation upon Completion
FCCC graduates can apply to the Family and Community Counseling Diploma Program at NEC.
Upon completion learners can find employment in the Social Services field. Various positions may include:
- Outreach worker
- Shelter/safehouse/residential worker
- Community support worker
Program Summary
This program is Full-time, Monday to Friday
11 Months
Get your certificate in less than 1 year
Real-world experience
200-hour practicum placement in the Social Services field.
39 Credits
Transferable credits to university
High Demand
Career with high demand & salaries
Course Descriptions
Term 1 – September
Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
ENG 110 | English Composition | 3 |
FCC 105 | Basic Counselling Skills | 3 |
SOC 110 | Family Dynamics | 3 |
PSY 120 | Traditional Health Practices | 3 |
FCC 115 | Interpersonal Communications | 3 |
Term 2 – January
Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
FCC 110 | Human Development I | 3 |
FCC 135 | Capacity Building and Program Planning | 3 |
PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
PSY 140 | Introduction to Trauma Counselling | 6 |
Term 3 – April
Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
FCC 120 | Human Development II (Intensive) | 3 |
FCC 150 | FCC Practicum | 6 |
Admission Requirements, Fees & Tuition
High School Applicants
Tuition and Fees
-Successful completion of the FCC Certificate or similar program with a “C” or 60% average or higher.
-Successful completion of ENG 110 with “C” grade or higher.
-Successful completion of FCC 150 with a “B” grade or higher.
Tuition: | $5,950.00 |
Fees: | $150.00 |
Books: | $1,474.00 |
UPass: | $418.00 |
Total Cost: | $7,992.00 |
The sooner you apply, the better your chances of getting the fully funded program
Apply now for Winter Intake 2023
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