Mental Health And Disability Management

Program Highlights

• First program in Ontario to focus on Mental Health and Disability Management.

• Flexible learning available based on 2 program delivery options.

What You’ll Learn

• Learn about mental health and disability separately in Semester 1 and how clients present with complex conditions as part of dual diagnoses in Semester 2.

• Practice intervention strategies appropriate for clients and families.

• Engage in simulation exercises that build awareness and empathy.

• Develop knowledge translation skills to successfully work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Work directly with clients or behind the scenes through research or policy development.

Program Length

• Fall intake: 3 semesters (40 weeks) with classes offered in the evenings using a blended delivery (Fall: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5 pm to 8:30 pm; Winter: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 5 pm to 8:30 pm); Spring field placement is in-person and unpaid.

• Winter intake: 3 semesters (40 weeks) with classes offered in the evenings using a blended delivery (Winter: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5 pm to 8:30 pm; Spring/Summer: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 5 pm to 8:30 pm); Fall field placement is in-person and unpaid.