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Inclusive Resource Practice - Child and Family

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Program Code: IR511
Credential: Ontario Graduate Certificate
Start Dates: N/A
Program Length: 2 semesters
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Program Overview

Humber’s Inclusive Resource Practice - Child and Family graduate certificate is the only program of its kind in Ontario. It is uniquely positioned to offer a lifespan approach (children to early adulthood) to working with individuals in the disability sector. The program is scheduled over two semesters starting each year in September and creates opportunities for graduates to gain employment working with children, youth and adults in a variety of resource service settings. Students have field practicums in both semesters one and two whereby they have opportunities to gain practice experience and build community networks for future employment opportunities. 

The program prepares you to collaborate with a community of professionals, individuals and families to navigate a range of services in order to support inclusion. Students will advance their knowledge and expertise in the field of inclusion and develop an inclusive philosophy that they can apply in a variety of employment situations. Through our practical, skill-based curriculum, you will develop many valuable skills including how to:

  • apply the principles of person-centred practice
  • engage in responsive inclusive planning
  • implement a variety of tools and techniques that support holistic development
  • navigate systems for continuity of service
  • participate in research on a sector-related topic of interest to the learner
  • transfer inclusive practice knowledge to community partners

This program is offered via a hybrid format with in-person learning, synchronous and asynchronous online learning, and a work-integrated learning experience.

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Courses

At Humber, courses are delivered in a variety of formats:

In-Person - An in-person course is delivered fully on campus.

Online Asynchronous (A) - An online asynchronous course has no fixed class schedule and allows students to engage with the course at different times according to their needs. Faculty provide modules, which are completed independently by the students according to established deadlines.

Online Synchronous (S) - An online synchronous course is delivered fully online and requires faculty and students to participate in real-time according to a fixed schedule. Classes are scheduled for a specific day and time.

Hybrid - A hybrid course is a combination of in-person and online classes and follows a set schedule. Students must be available to attend in-person classes at scheduled times during the semester.

The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program, by campus. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to select your preferred options when building your course schedule during open enrolment. Preferences for course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Some Humber programs are also delivered fully online, where all courses are delivered online.

International students: the impact of studying from outside of Canada on Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility differs significantly based on when you start your program. Please review the PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.

Course code and Name Delivery Type by Location
Course Code Course Name North Lakeshore IGS DL/Online
Semester 1
ECAS 5002 Strategies for Inclusive Planning Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5003 Field Experience 1 - Inclusive Resource Practice - Child and Family In-Person N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5004 Responsive Relationships Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5005 Authentic Inquiry and Assessment Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5008 Introduction to Professional Practice Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5016 Foundations of Inclusion Online (S) N/A N/A N/A
Semester 2
ECAS 5500 Community Collaboration and Advocacy Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5501 Case Coordination and Service Navigation Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5502 Evidence-Informed Practice Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5503 Approaches to Intervention Hybrid N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5507 Bridging to Professional Practice Online (S) N/A N/A N/A
ECAS 5509 Field Experience 2 - Inclusive Resource Practice - Child and Family In-Person N/A N/A N/A

Work-Integrated Learning  

 are pre-arranged by Humber at host agencies on behalf of the student. They are scheduled two days per week in both the first and second semester. The first field experience in semester one is online. Students are required to be available during the day to participate in the online experience. The second field experience, situated in the second semester of the program is an onsite in-person practicum at an external partner agency and requires full-time student participation.

Field experiences position students to integrate theory and practice by working with industry professionals who provide services to children, youth, and adults with diverse abilities/special needs/disabilities and their families. Students engage in leadership opportunities within the role of the resource professional and gain insight and understanding as they work as a team member to assess, develop and recommend responsive inclusive resources and services to clients and service partners. Students learn to work closely with inter-professional teams, and the community, to enhance person-centred practice and facilitate the process of inclusion.

Field experiences may include a combination professional roles working with individuals within community-based and government services; and agencies such as treatment centres, mental health agencies, child care centres, community living associations, elementary and high schools, colleges and multi-service agencies.

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The Humber Advantage

Professional and Community Partnerships

Our industry partners include specialized programs for individuals with diverse abilities/special needs/disabilities and their families in both community-based and government services and agencies throughout the Greater Toronto area.

Humber’s Inclusive Resource Practice – Child and Family program has a unique partnership with the College of Early Childhood Educators. Graduates of programs (from any post-secondary institution) such as Child and Youth Care and some Psychology programs, and in combination with Humber's IRP graduate certificate, may be eligible to complete additional course work and qualify for membership with the College of Early Childhood Educators.

The Humber Experience

The Right Fit

You are the right fit for this program if you have interest in specialized education working with children, youth, and adults with diverse abilities/ special needs/ disabilities and are passionate about making a difference. You understand the importance of maintaining a high level of professionalism, time management and organization and your philosophy supports inclusive practice.

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Your Career

Graduates gain specialized knowledge, skills and abilities to enter employment, ready to collaboratively support children and adults with diverse abilities/special needs/disabilities. They act from an inclusive philosophy to ensure children and adults with physical, intellectual, social and emotional challenges benefit from full participation in daily life activities. Resource professionals build responsive relationships and work with service partners to navigate systems and seamlessly connect individuals and families to support services. Our graduates find employment in roles such as:

  • communicative assistants and consultants
  • early childhood resource teachers
  • early interventionists
  • early years' specialists
  • educational assistants
  • home support/respite workers
  • infant development workers
  • integration facilitators
  • mental health consultants
  • outreach workers
  • resource consultants and support professionals

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General Inquiries 416-675-3111 or enquiry@humber.ca. If you have already applied, be sure to check your application status on myhumber.ca.

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Contact the International Centre for information about full-time programs (including the International Graduate School), how to apply and to follow up on your submitted application.

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