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ABORIGINAL FAMILY & YOUTH SUPPORT

Overview of Program: 
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RIEL Institute offers an 8 month certificate program that prepares students for an entry level position in the human services field. This full time program prepares students by offering a variety of courses from addictions to counselling to native studies. This approach provides our students with a strong foundation of knowledge to enter into the human services field. Our past graduates have found jobs in group homes, treatment centers, shelters and more. 
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Curriculum:
  • Introduction to Human Services
  • Communications in Counselling
  • Theories, Methods, and Models
  • Addiction Studies & Codependency
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Business Communications
    • Introduction to Critical Reading & Writing​
    • Introduction to Professional Writing
  • Domestic Violence & Trauma Informed Care
  • Microcomputer Applications
  • Indigenous Studies
    • History​
    • Residential Schools
    • Indigenous Healing Methodologies
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Workshops & Certificates:
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  • Clinical Notes & Observations
  • Employabilities
  • First Aide
  • Trauma Aware
  • Professional Leadership & Ethical Decision Making
  • Suicide Intervention
  • Crisis Intervention Training
  • Sharing Circles/Holistic Wellness
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Financial Literacy and more
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When students graduate they will leave with portfolios filled with an updated professional resume, cover letter and certificates.
 
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If you require more information call 403-248-0824 to speak to someone!
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Funding Available to Qualified Applicants!

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