Embark on a rewarding career supporting individuals with addiction

Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent with a specialty in related human services, social work, or social sciences.

Language Proficiency Requirement

The English proficiency requirement can be met through:

• Completion of IELTS Academic only with a minimum score of 7.0
• Completion of Level 8 of Georgian’s GAAS – English for Academic Purposes with 80% of higher

For further information, refer to Georgian’s English Language Proficiency policy 2.5 at: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/international/admissions/#english-language-proficiency

Selection Process

Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic grades. 
An overall minimum average of 65%, C+ or GPA of 2.5 is recommended in post-secondary studies. Prior credential (diploma and/or degree) relevancy to be determined by program coordinator.

Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

Placement agencies require an up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check prior to going out on placement. Students should obtain their criminal reference three months prior to placement; checks conducted earlier may not be considered current. As some jurisdictions require longer lead-time for processing, please check with the program coordinator to ensure you allow for sufficient turn-around time. It is the student’s responsibility to provide the completed document prior to placement start.

NOTE: A record of criminal offences, for which a pardon has not been granted, may prevent students from completing their placements, thereby affecting their ability to graduate.

Graduates may find career opportunities in a variety of settings and job roles including addictions counsellors, substance abuse counsellors, chemical withdrawal management counsellors, addictions nurses, problem gambling counsellors, and attendants in residential, out-patient, and street-front treatment settings.