ACS Program

Special Care Counselling - JNC.1U (Quebec – Distance Learning)

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2085 hours

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This program can be offered at the campus(es) below. Please contact the campus of your choosing for program availability and delivery methods.

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Employment Rate

94%

*Jan-Dec 2023, CDI College

Median Wage

$33 /hour

*Jobbank.gc.ca; 2026

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Special Care Counselling - JNC.1U (Quebec – Distance Learning)

Learn to Assist People With Disabilities or Challenges in Becoming Independent

CDI College's Special Care Counselling - JNC.1U program offers extensive training to support individuals of all ages with physical, intellectual, and mental health challenges.

The curriculum emphasizes adaptive, rehabilitative, and social integration techniques. It covers the management of learning and behavioural disorders, implementing effective intervention strategies, and fostering cultural and educational activities.

ADAPTATION & SOCIAL INTEGRATION
CLIENT NEEDS
COMMUNICATION & INTERRELATIONS
CRISIS INTERVENTION
HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY
INTERVENTION PLANS & ACTIVITIES
LEARNING DISABILITIES
TEAMWORK & COLLABORATION
THERAPEUTIC PROCESS

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Admission

Benefits of this program

Employment Opportunities

Secondary V diploma or its recognized equivalent
Successful admission test
A person who has received instruction considered sufficient by the college and meets any of the following conditions may be admitted to a program of studies leading to an Attestation of College Studies:

- the person has interrupted his or her full-time studies or pursued full-time postsecondary studies for at least 2 consecutive terms or 1 school year;

- the person is covered by an agreement entered into between the college and an employer or by a government program of studies;

- the person has interrupted his or her full-time studies for one term and pursued full-time postsecondary studies for one term; or

- the person holds a Secondary School Vocational Diploma.

Ref.: art. 4 College Education Regulations

Classroom, or online distance learning
Program offered in French or English
Morning, afternoon or evening classes
Learn in an inclusive environment
Dedicated and passionate instructors
Learn industry-standard skills and technologies
Practicum placements provide real-world experience
Tight-knit, supportive community with classmates, instructors, and support staff
Earn your Attestation of College Studies in just a few months
Career Services department provides assistance in finding jobs and building resumes
Authorized by the Ministry of Higher Education. CDI College Business. Technology. Health Care (Permit 749747)

To graduate successfully, you must complete all courses within the program.

Career Opportunities After Graduation:

Special Care Counsellor

Admission

Secondary V diploma or its recognized equivalent
Successful admission test
A person who has received instruction considered sufficient by the college and meets any of the following conditions may be admitted to a program of studies leading to an Attestation of College Studies:

- the person has interrupted his or her full-time studies or pursued full-time postsecondary studies for at least 2 consecutive terms or 1 school year;

- the person is covered by an agreement entered into between the college and an employer or by a government program of studies;

- the person has interrupted his or her full-time studies for one term and pursued full-time postsecondary studies for one term; or

- the person holds a Secondary School Vocational Diploma.

Ref.: art. 4 College Education Regulations

Benefits of this program

Classroom, or online distance learning
Program offered in French or English
Morning, afternoon or evening classes
Learn in an inclusive environment
Dedicated and passionate instructors
Learn industry-standard skills and technologies
Practicum placements provide real-world experience
Tight-knit, supportive community with classmates, instructors, and support staff
Earn your Attestation of College Studies in just a few months
Career Services department provides assistance in finding jobs and building resumes
Authorized by the Ministry of Higher Education. CDI College Business. Technology. Health Care (Permit 749747)

Employment Opportunities

To graduate successfully, you must complete all courses within the program.

Career Opportunities After Graduation:

Special Care Counsellor

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