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Human Services Foundations at Algonquin College
Ontario College Certificate · Community and Education Studies · Ottawa campus
Program code: 1632X01FWO
What do you need to get into Algonquin Human Services Foundations?
What courses do you need?
As the college's page lists them. A U (university preparation) course counts where a C (college preparation) course is asked for.
- Required
- English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
What else each course keeps open: ENG4C
How much does Algonquin Human Services Foundations cost?
For a student from Ontario, at this year's prices. Food after first year, transit and personal spending are left out.
- Tuition
- $2,800 first year
- Student fees
- $1,300 first year
- Residence and meals
- $14,600 first yearFirst year
What careers does Algonquin Human Services Foundations lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- Early Childhood EducatorRun the learning day for kids under 6. Two years of college and a licence nearly everywhere in Canada.$46kTypical pay2 to 3 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
- Child and Youth WorkerWork alongside kids and teens in group homes, schools and hospitals who have been through trauma. A college diploma, and the job starts on day one of placement.$54kTypical pay3 to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Community Service WorkerSit with people on the worst day of their life and help them find food, housing, income and a way forward.$54kTypical pay1 to 2 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Career CounsellorHelp people figure out what to do for work, then help them actually get hired.$62kTypical pay2 to 6 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- College InstructorTeach your trade or field at a college. Real work experience counts more than a doctorate.$94kTypical pay7 to 12 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Driving InstructorTeach new drivers in a car with a second set of pedals. Cheap to get into, and the pay depends on how many lessons you fill.$42kTypical pay1 to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
Where else can you study community and social services?
The same field at other colleges, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Early Learning Program Development (Honours)Conestoga, Ontario | 65% minimum average | $6,747 |
| Behavioural ScienceSt. Lawrence, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | $4,440 |
| Behavioural Science TechnicianDurham, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | Not published |
| Behavioural Science: Honours BachelorDurham, Ontario | 65% minimum average | $6,186 |
| Behavioural SciencesSeneca, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | Not published |
| Biidaaban Indigenous FoundationsSault, Ontario | Competitive, no average published | $2,701 |
| Child & Youth CareLambton, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | $4,250 |
| Child & Youth CareSeneca, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | Not published |
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: algonquincollege.com (opens in a new tab)
- Tuition: algonquincollege.com (opens in a new tab)
- Residence: algonquincollege.com (opens in a new tab)
How every figure in this part of the site is sourced, and the check of every link.
Careerhelp is not affiliated with Algonquin College. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.