Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (Merritt Campus)

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Indigenous Holistic Wellness and Addictions

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (Merritt Campus)

Faculty:Community Education
Degree:Diploma; Advanced
Field of Study:Aboriginal Studies
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counselling
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $2,675
Careers:Addiction CounsellorsSocial and Community Service Workers

Description:

This program is open to individuals interested in a career in Indigenous Health and Wellness and Addictions. In addition, individuals who are currently in Addiction fields such as Alcohol and Drug Counsellors or Addiction Workers will find a benefit in obtaining a credential and/or specialized professional development training to meet job requirements. The IHWA Program is developed and implemented based on Circle Learning principles, the Medicine Wheel concept, Red Road Philosophy, Experiential Learning, and the Seven Sacred Teachings integrated with local Traditional Knowledge and practices.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
  •  Grade12 English 
Applicants must have completed Grade 12 or equivalent with C+ minimum in Math 11 or MATH 051, C+ minimum in English 12 or ENGL 060 and be a minimum of 18 years of age on or before the first day of classes.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 17, 2022