With Child and Youth Services Worker program, you'll learn about helping at-risk youth with family concerns, legal issues, education, physical and mental health, and addictions. Start with a scholarship of up to $2,000, available until June 30, 2026.*
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Study Child and Youth Services Worker Diploma In Alberta
CDI College's programs in Alberta are licensed by the Private Career College Branch of Alberta Advanced Education under the Private Vocational Training Act.
Get accelerated career training from our market-driven programs, many of which can be completed in a year or less!
For more than 50 years, we've watched our graduates embark on careers rich in opportunity.
Why CDI College?
Hands-On Experience
100-Hour Practicum Included
Receive Certifications
Earn Your NVCI, First Aid, and CPR Certifications
Graduate Sooner
You can complete the program in 44 weeks
Make a Difference
Make A Positive Impact With the Child and Youth Services Worker Program
Make a Difference for Families and at-risk Youth
Experienced Instructors
All our instructors have a degree or diploma from a university or college recognized in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of work-related experience, plus a minimum of 1 year of instructional experience or a training certificate.
Child and Youth Care Workers (or Social and Community Service Workers) Make a Median Wage of About $22/hr* in Alberta.
*alis.alberta.ca; 2023
Join Our Successful Graduates
Discover why our graduates rave about the hands-on training at CDI College!
Our graduates enjoy 6 months of career services support post-graduation.
Career Opportunities
This program will prepare the graduate to work under the supervision of professional counsellors
- Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facilities
- Community Mental Health Centres
- Correctional Facilities
- Family Social Service Agencies
- Group Homes
- Indigenous Agencies
- School Programs
I have only amazing things to say about this school. Starting with my instructor, who has been so amazing!!! The best experience. I took the Child & Youth Services Worker diploma, and from start to finish, CDI College has been there every step of the way,
Kayla M.
Child and Youth Services Worker Program Graduate
A great experience...my instructor was very professional and knowledgeable, plus keeps classes fun and organized!
Darlene U
Healthcare Program Graduate