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Graduate in 92 weeks with the only CACCF-designated Post-Graduate Diploma in Ontario!
Did you know: Mental illness affects about 1 in every 5 Canadians at some point in their lifetime. Now you can fulfill your passion and make a genuine difference in the lives of others.
Oxford College’s Addictions and Mental Health (AMH) diploma program prepares you with the knowledge and skills to advance your career in healthcare or social services.
- Acquire hands-on experience through field placement
- Learn how to deliver effective, culturally relevant and responsive support
- Gain knowledge of counselling based on the “Twelve Core Functions”
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The only private career college in Ontario to offer a CACCF-designated Post-Graduate Diploma.
Oxford College is the only Private Career College in Ontario to offer the Addictions and Mental Health program as a CCAF-designated post-graduate diploma. Our Program is accredited by the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF), for those seeking to obtain their Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor (CCAC) designation.
The benefits of a CCAC-Eligible Post-Graduate Diploma
A post-secondary diploma makes you eligible to apply for admission at any point after obtaining a high-school diploma. It signifies a higher qualification and a higher level of learning and makes you industry-ready right after graduation.
Students are expected to complete the CACC board exam after 2 years of full-time work, or 4000 hours of work over five years. They are eligible only if they graduate from a CACCF-accredited institution, covering the 12 Core Functions. Membership is contingent on writing the exam. This is the true value of graduating with an AMH Diploma from Oxford College – the only PCC to offer this CACCF-Accredited Post-graduate Diploma.
Master Your Knowledge of The 12 Core Functions
- Screening
- Intake
- Orientation
- Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Counselling
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Education
- Referral
- Report and Record Keeping
- Consultation with Other Professionals
Beyond just a Diploma. More than just a career.
When you serve as an advocate for change in the community, you may be the only chance some vulnerable people have toward a life free from substance abuse. Your personalized support and relevant knowledge can help them to overcome dependency. Your leadership, compassion and support will come to the fore as an AMH Graduate.
Many Unique Benefits
CCAF Certification with 12-week field placement in a Ministry-approved for real-world environment
Accredited by CACCF: Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation
Designed by subject matter mental health experts across BC and Ontario
All campuses have smaller class sizes to ensure higher engagement
Curriculum utilizes Canadian Resources, Articles, and Case Studies
400-hour practicum offered to students. All campuses feature MCU-approved placement sites.
Curriculum focuses on the “Twelve Core Functions”
Linear Program, in 4-hour time slots – for the ideal work/life balance
Balance Class with Work and Life
The entire AMH program can be done online, except for a CPR course (8 hours for a day) and the placement at the end. You can study from the comfort of home and balance work schedules. This synchronous program helps you attend classes online for 4 hours per day, with the flexibility to join cohorts before or after work hours. Opportunities will be provided in-class for students to work on assignments, although some studying will be required to be done independently.
The online placement will include 12 weeks and is 400 hours, meeting CCAC placement hour requirements. Each week, you will work on-site for approximately 30 hours. The rest of the program can be completed online at 20 hours per week so you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Key learnings
On successful completion of an Addictions and Mental Health program, you will acquire the essential skills to provide counselling and support, identify behaviours and provide the correct treatment.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Basic Counselling Skills
- Substance & Behavioural Addictions
- Brain Stimulation Therapies
- Therapeutic Approaches
- Group Counselling Practices
Real-World experience – professional field placement
As an AMH student, you will apply theory into practice while working collaboratively with various health care professionals in the community. The 12-week field placement in ministry-approved quality locations provides you with hands-on experiences, supervised exploration and practice in addictions and mental health, along with self-reflective practices as a practitioner.
Countless Career Opportunities
Upon course completion and graduation, you can work in any of the following settings:
- Hospitals, Mental Health Centres
- Government Facilities
- Substance Abuse Centers
- Correction Facilities
- School Boards
- Child and Family Services
- Shelters
- Long-Term Care Facilities
- Housing Agencies
- Group Care Homes
Addictions and Mental Health Professional Salary
$53,040
Median Annual Salary
90%
Employment Rate*
- Graduates hired by hospitals, government and mental health agencies & shelters
- Training in Crisis Intervention, Addictions and Disorders & Counselling
- Advance into Social Work, Counselling, Criminal Justice and much more!
*Employment Rate based on 2022 contactable Oxford College graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.
*https://www.jobbank.gc.ca
Flexible Program Options
Wish to start a new career but have conflicting priorities? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. At Oxford College, we offer flexible class schedules including Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Weekend sessions. We also offer flexible learning options (Online, Hybrid and In-person) for many of our programs.
For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!
Program details
Are you interested in helping victims of substance abuse? Do you want to address issues like addiction and bring forward change in peoples’ lives? If so, then the Addiction Worker program is just what you need to kickstart your career into this rewarding field.
This program is designed to provide you with the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required for employment as an Addiction Worker. You will learn to apply the principles of addiction, pharmacology and structured relapse prevention planning. You will gain practical skills in intake, assessment, motivational interviewing and treatment planning with a strong emphasis on case management and professional ethics. Course coverage includes an in-depth study of family dynamics and addiction as well as special populations: First Nations and other ethnic/cultural groups, youth, sexual minorities, elderly, concurrent disorders, homeless, gender (women), crime, HIV/AIDS and suicidal clients. Principles of communication are explored in great depth and students will explore anger and stress management techniques. A strong focus is given to presentation skills, Microsoft Office applications, documentation and record keeping, the ability to multitask and prioritize, organizational and detail skills, professional telephone manner, confidentiality, interpersonal skills and being a team player.
Course Listings: Addictions and Mental Health Professional
- GEES 106 – Essential Skills I: Communication Skills
- GEES 107 – Essential Skills II: Financial Skills
- GEES 108 – Essential Skills III: Career Skills
- BABC 101 – Effective Communication Strategies
- GEFA 106 – First Aid & CPR
- GENV 107 – Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- AMHD 101 – Human Development Across the Lifespan
- AMHC 103 – Introduction to Mental Health and Addiction in Canada
- AMHB 103 – Basic Counselling Skills
- ADDS 107 – Substance Addictions
- ADDB 107 – Behavioural Addictions
- MHAD 206 – Assessment and Diagnosis
- MHSA 206 – Substance-Related & Addictive Disorders
- MHAT 206 – Anxiety and Trauma/Stressor-Related Disorders
- MHMD 206 – Mood Disorders
- MHPD 206 – Personality Disorders
- MHDD 206 – Psychotic and Dissociative Disorders
- MHND 206 – Neurodevelopmental & Neurocognitive Disorders
- MHED 206 – Eating and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- FCTA 301 – Therapeutic Approaches I
- FCTA 302 – Therapeutic Approaches II
- FCGP 306 – Group Counselling Practices
- FCYF 306 – Youth and Family Counselling
- FCDP 306 – Counselling Diverse Populations
- FCEP 306 – Ethics & Professional Issues
- TPSY 406 – Psychopharmacology
- TBST 406 – Brain Stimulation Therapies
- TTSF 406 – 12-Step Facilitation
- TMRP 406 – Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention
- TEIP 406 – Early Intervention & Prevention
- TCMP 406 – Case Management Principles and Practices
- THPO 406 – Health Promotion and Resources in Ontario
- AMHP 500 – Addictions & Mental Health Field Placement
Admission Requirements
Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Diploma in a relevant field from an Accredited College or University OR WES/CES/ICAS Verified Degree or Diploma.
Placement Requirements are Clear CPIC with VSS and Current Immunization
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process
Testimonials
“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “
-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford Graduate