Family and Community Counselling Certificate
The Family and Community Counselling certificate program provides specialized training aimed at delivering personalized counselling and social services in alignment with the cultural values and beliefs of Indigenous communities. Students are encouraged to delve into their history and incorporate traditional knowledge and skills into their professional practice.
The Family & Community Counselling Certificate (FCCC) Program spans 11 months or a total of 39 credits, which includes a 200-hour practicum in the Social Services field. Throughout the program, students examine power dynamics and oppression related to age, race, gender, sexual orientation, and culture. They develop the necessary knowledge, values, and skills for entry-level positions that focus on addressing the connection between client issues and broader societal concerns, while advocating for social justice and human well-being.
Upon completion of this certificate, individuals are eligible to apply for the Family and Community Counselling Diploma Program at NEC.
Delivery method: On Campus
Intake:
Winter 2025
Fall 2025
Scholarships available for post-secondary Indigenous applicants
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent or Mature Student (requires Writing Assessment). C+ in English 12. 2 letters of reference.
- 18 years old or older
- Literacy Assessment
- 2 reference letters
Accuplacer
- Reading 245
- Writing 254
| Program Tuition: | $5,950.00 |
| Registration: | $75.00 |
| Graduation: | $30.00 |
| Student Association: | $30.00 |
| Student Record and Student Card Fee: | $15.00 |
| Transportation – Upass | $506.00 |
| *Books & Supplies (w/tax) | $1,303.70 |
| *Laptop (w/tax - optional) | $1,050.00 |
| *Backpack (w/tax – optional) | $85.05 |
| TOTAL: | $7,909.00 |
| TOTAL:(with laptop & backpack) | 8,959.70 |
Career Path
FCCC graduates can apply to the Family and Community Counselling Diploma Program at NEC.
Upon completion learners can find employment in the Social Services field. Various positions may include:
- Outreach worker
- Shelter/safehouse/residential worker
- Community support worker
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Family & Community Counselling Certificate, learners will be proficient in the following areas:
Introduction to Psychology and Trauma Counselling
Develop skills Building and Program Planning
Get real-world experience before you graduate during a practicum placement.
If you are interested in being a positive force in the lives of those around you, FCCC is a great option to start your career!
Financial Aid
Students will procure funding sources and student loans, Nation funding and other funding agencies. NEC scholarships are available for Indigenous applicants.
Transferable credits to university
FCC-C graduates may further their post-secondary studies through block credit transfer agreements with our academic partners. Transferable credits: 39
Gain skills in real-world experience
Graduates of this program leave with skills that will improve your resume and therefore better job opportunities.
200-hour practicum placement in the Social Services field.
Course Descriptions
| Course Number | Course Title | hours | Credits |
| FCC certificate 43 weeks | |||
| SEMESTER 1 (FALL: September 3 to December 13) | |||
| ENG 110 | Introduction to College Writing | 100 | 3 |
| FCC 105 | Basic Counselling Skills | 70 | 3 |
| FCC 115 | Interpersonal Communications | 70 | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 70 | 3 |
| PSY 120 | Traditional Indigenous Wellness | 70 | 3 |
| SEMESTER 2 (WINTER: January 6 to April 11) | |||
| FCC 110 | Human Development I | 70 | 3 |
| FCC 135 | Capacity Building and Program Planning | 70 | 3 |
| PSY 140 | Introduction to Trauma Counselling | 84 | 6 |
| SOC 110 | Family Dynamics | 70 | 3 |
| SEMESTER 3 (SPRING: April 14 to July 25) | |||
| FCC 120 | Human Development II | 70 | 3 |
| FCC 150 | FCC Certificate Practicum | 200 | 6 |
| TOTAL CERTIFICATE CREDITS | 944 | 39 | |
| lab | 56 | ||
| PTIB submission | 1000 |
