Mental Health Recovery Practitioner at Norquest Collage

Overview

This post-diploma certificate provides health and human services professionals with the knowledge and skills to work with clients experiencing mental health and concurrent disorders.

The program emphasizes acquisition of applied skills and best practices in direct client care, advocacy, ethics, and work with families and communities. A key component of the program is work in labs and practicum. The program builds upon students’ previous training and experience, and graduates are equipped to meet client and employer needs in a range of relevant settings.

Further Opportunities

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Laddering Opportunities

Upon completion of this program, you can continue your studies by taking one additional semester to receive certification in the Addictions Recovery Practitioner program.

Laddering opportunities are being explored for related diploma and degree programs within Alberta and across Canada.

Further Education Opportunities

See the Addictions Recovery Practitioner program.

Career Potential

The Mental Health Recovery Practitioner program will provide a viable career pathway for those entering the mental health field. Graduates of the Mental Health Recovery Practitioner program may pursue further education at the bachelor’s and master’s level, in areas such as social work, addictions, mental health, program administration, management and/or research.

• Most employers in this field require excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Recognition of international education to meet employment qualifications will vary based on employer.

For more information on related careers see:

• ALIS OCCinfo occupational profiles

You may find other related occupations by searching for mental health, social work, occupational therapy, etc.