Academic requirements
No GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements are specified for this program.
Centennial College
Canada
Community and Child Studies Foundations
Offered at Centennial College, Canada
FieldCommunity & Child Studies Foundations
Duration1 year
Tuition17148.00
Overview
Build the academic and professional foundations you need for community services and child studies. Through reflective learning, career exploration, and communication-focused coursework, you’ll be prepared to progress into a related diploma program.
About this programme
Overview
The Community and Child Studies Foundations program at Centennial College is designed to equip students with the essential academic and professional skills needed for a successful career in community services and child studies. This one-year pathway program emphasizes reflective learning, career exploration, and effective communication, preparing graduates for further studies in related diploma programs.
What You'll Study
The curriculum is structured to enhance practical communication abilities, professional readiness, and reflective learning practices. Key course topics include:
- Building Interpersonal Reflective Skills
- Community and Child Studies Career Exploration and Professionalism
- Building Interpersonal Relational Skills
- The Workplace of Canada
- Building College Communications Skills
Additional learning components: The program also features structured English instruction and a peer mentoring initiative to aid in academic adjustment and skill development.
Entry Requirements
English requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following tests (minimum scores required):
- IELTS: 6.0 (overall)
- TOEFL iBT: 67 (total)
- PTE Academic: 51 (overall)
- Duolingo English Test: 105 (overall)
Those who do not meet the English requirement may have the option to take the Centennial English Admission Test.
Other requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
- Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or completion of the Centennial English Admission Test
Documents (typical)
- Academic transcripts and proof of graduation/equivalency
- English test results (if applicable)
- Passport and study permit documents (for international applicants, if required)
- Any additional documents requested by Centennial College
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Community and Child Studies Foundations program are well-positioned to pursue further studies in related diploma programs, enhancing their expertise and career opportunities within the community services and child studies fields. Additionally, eligible international students may apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), allowing them to gain valuable work experience in Canada upon completion of their studies.
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