NATIVE EDUCATION - COMMUNITY & SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Program Outline
Major: NATV
Length: 2 Years
Delivery: 4 Semesters, plus 2 work terms
Credential: Ontario College Diploma, Co-op
Effective: 2010-2011
Location: Barrie
Start: Fall
Description
The Native Community and Social Development program is focused on the planning, development, evaluation and administration of social/health care services within the Native community. There is an emphasis on integrating cultural, social and health issues relevant to Native people in Canada with business and community development studies. This two year co-operative education diploma program will prepare students for entry-level administration and support staff positions within organizations such as community health centres, social service organizations, healing lodges and mental health centres. Cultural teachings and smudging are integrated daily throughout each academic semester in social activities, individual program courses, and Traditional Teacher/Elder visits.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community and Social Development Program will find employment in a wide range of health/social settings: in community health centres, social services organizations, group homes, healing lodges, mental health centres, alcohol and drug rehabilitation centres and other human services areas.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- identify generational factors among Native people which, contribute to health, social and economic issues affecting Native communities;
- develop strategies to assist communities in moving towards a healthy future.
- plan and prepare presentations with a traditional Native approach while utilizing computers and effective communication skills;
- identify aspects to one's own personal identity and embark on a path to a life-long wellness journey
- display sensitivity toward cultural diversification;
- practice ethical, accountable and effective professional practice in the workplace;
Practical Experience
Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of all Co-op programs at Georgian College; it has been designed as a process by which students integrate their academic education with paid work experience related to their program of study. This integration affects much more than simply earning a salary, including the adjustment to the work environment and the development of professionalism. It also reinforces skills and theory learned during academic semesters, develops professional contacts, job knowledge and career path, improves human relations and communication skills and promotes personal maturity and financial independence.
Students are requested to register, attend and participate in their scheduled co-operative education classes. These classes are scheduled for all first year students and are expected to be completed in order to proceed successfully to their first co-op work experience. To ensure students are eligible to proceed onto any co-op work experience students should refer to Promotional Status and Eligibility for Co-op as outlined in the College Calendar. Co-op policies and procedures can be located on our website: www.georgianc.on.ca/careers/for-students/.
Georgian College follows the Co-operative Education guidelines set out by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) and Education at Work Ontario (EWO) by supporting the learning outcomes designed for the program specific graduate profile and curriculum as set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Program Progression
Sem 1 - Fall 2010
Sem 2 - Winter 2011
Work Term 1 - Summer 2011
Sem 3 - Fall 2011
Sem 4 - Winter 2012
Work Term 2 - Summer 2012
Articulation Agreements
A number of articulation agreements have been negotiated with universities and other institutions across Canada, North America and internationally. These agreements are assessed, revised and updated on a regular basis. Information can be found on Georgian's website at www.georgianc.on.ca/academics/articulations/.
Admission Requirements
Applicants following the OSS curriculum must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD - 30 credits) or equivalent. OSS applicants also require Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG 4C, ENG 4U).
Applicants who are 19 years of age or over by the first day of classes, and who lack the academic entrance qualifications, may be considered for entrance to an appropriate post-secondary diploma or certificate program as mature applicants. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance will be determined by counselling, Communication Placement Assessment (CPA), previous post-secondary education and evaluation of experience. Some programs also have specific prerequisite requirements that must be met prior to admission. Mature applicants must meet all program specific prerequisites. Those applying as mature students and having no documentation of Grade 12 education must supply, if required, proof of age, such as a copy of an official birth certificate or driver's licence. Refer to Sections 2.5 and 2.6 of the Academic Calendar for further details.
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Graduation Requirements
18 Mandatory Courses
4 General Education Courses
2 Co-op Work Terms
2 Communications Courses
Graduation Eligibility
To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.
Mandatory
COMP1003 Microcomputer Applications
GNED1010 Ojibway Language and Culture 1
GNED2055 Ojibway Language and Culture 2
NATV1000 Introduction to Native Family
NATV1001 Personal Growth and Development
NATV1002 Native Heritage 1: Tradition
NATV1003 Introduction to Psychology: A Native Perspective
NATV1004 Holistic Health and Healing
NATV2000 Native People/Politics/Health Care
NATV2001 Issues in Holistic Health/Healing
NATV2002 Introduction to Counselling
NATV2003 Research in Social Science
NATV2004 Community Administration
NATV2005 Community Growth and Development
NATV2006 Family Counselling: A Native Perspective
NATV2007 Program Planning/Evaluation
NATV2008 Human Resource Management
NATV2010 Native Workplace Economic Development
The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.
Communications
COMM1000 College Communications
COMM1001 Communications at Work
COMM1004 World Links: Wired Communications
COMM1006 Professional Writing
COMM1007 Oral Presentations
COMM1012 Visual Analysis in Communication
Co-op
COOP1016 Native Education Work Term 1
COOP2012 Native Education Work Term 2
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COMM1000 College Communications 42.0 Hours
This writing-intensive course promotes effective communication skills essential for student success in college and career. Learners advance their information literacy skills through writing, researching, presenting, and editing. Using College-standard word processing software, students apply appropriate academic language to specialized formats. Through revision strategies, students demonstrate the ability to compose messages that are clear and consistent.
COMM1001 Communications at Work 42.0 Hours
In the workplace, employers require high standards of communication skills. Students develop their communication skills for the workplace as they research, write and edit work-related correspondence and reports. Using technology, they individually and collaboratively design and deliver professional presentations and meetings. This course focuses on communication tasks specific to students' program areas and their future careers.
COMM1004 World Links: Wired Communications 42.0 Hours
This discussion, research, and project-oriented course develops skills for professional communication using online information and web-based media. Hands-on experience is combined with an examination of the characteristics of professional computer-mediated communication, its role in society, and its relevance to business. Students utilize College standard software and apply previous experience with web page construction tools.
COMM1006 Professional Writing 42.0 Hours
Professional writing skills are required in all service, technical, and business environments. In this advanced course, students develop researching, planning, designing, and writing skills to prepare professional workplace documents. Individually and collaboratively, students learn and apply the information structures to produce such documents as descriptions, instructions, and manuals.
COMM1007 Oral Presentations 42.0 Hours
This advanced speaking intensive course further develops students' ability to compose and deliver messages tailored to specific audiences using a combination of spoken, written, and multi-media strategies. Individually and in groups, students research and deliver a variety of presentations for use in professional, academic, and social settings. Formal and informal presentations build confidence, professionalism, and speaking ethics. Self and peer critiques provide opportunities for routine self-reflection and presentation skills enhancement.
COMM1012 Visual Analysis in Communication 42.0 Hours
In the modern visual world, the way messages are viewed and disseminated has changed dramatically with technological advances. In this course, students develop their theoretical and practical communication skills at an advanced level by investigating the power of visual imagery. Students focus on interpreting, analyzing, and critiquing a broad range of visuals in terms of intention and effectiveness. In addition, students complete research projects including presentations.
COMP1003 Microcomputer Applications 42.0 Hours
This course introduces the student to databases, worksheets, presentation software, and word processing. The intent of this course is to provide the student with a broad introduction to business computer applications. This course provides the student with hands-on learning and independent study. This course is eligible for Prior learning Assessment.
COOP1016 Native Education Work Term 1 560.0 Hours
Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of the 2-year Native Community and Social Development Program. The student is responsible for obtaining a Co-op position and having it approved by their Co-op Consultant. Students must complete a fourteen-week, full-time, program-related work experience to acquire the first year Co-op credit. The student is required to successfully complete the year one co-op as a prerequisite to starting the year two co-op. Students are provided with the specific learning outcomes for co-op and must report to the Co-op Consultant on their specific program-related activities on a weekly basis. The Co-op Consultant works with the student and the employer to ensure that the placement meets the needs of the student's and the program's co-op responsibilities.
COOP2012 Native Education Work Term 2 560.0 Hours
Work Term Two must be successfully completed in order to graduate from the 2-year Native Community and Social Development Program. Specific learning outcomes are provided to the students. Students are required to complete a fourteen-week, full-time, program-related work experience to acquire the second year co-op credit. They must report to their Co-op Consultant on a weekly basis. The Co-op Consultant will review the student's report to ensure that the learning objectives of co-op have been successfully completed. The Co-op Consultant works with the student and the employer to ensure that the placement meets the needs of the student's and the program's co-op responsibilities.
GNED1010 Ojibway Language and Culture 1 42.0 Hours
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic vocabulary, common usage and grammatical structure of the Ojibway language. Through the context of Language, students will gain sight into Indigenous languages as an irreplaceable cultural knowledge and the cornerstone of Indigenous community and family values. This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.
GNED2055 Ojibway Language and Culture 2 42.0 Hours
This course will begin to study the outline of the Alongquian structure which is the linguistic family of the Ojibwe language. Students will review and enrich their oral and written language skills. Through storytelling and other presentations students will enhance their listening and language comprehension. Students will also gain insight into the link between language and cultural values, ways of learning sharing their history. This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.
NATV1000 Introduction to Native Family 42.0 Hours
This course examines the value system and healthy parenting practices of the Native family. Recognition of healthy behaviour versus maladaptive behaviour and the effect upon the family structure are examined. Emphasis is placed on family of origin behaviour and its impact on present day life.
NATV1001 Personal Growth and Development 42.0 Hours
This course focuses on the development of self from a holistic perspective. Using the Native view of self-awareness, students explore concepts associated with the medicine wheel philosophy. Concepts related to the enhancement of self-esteem and the development of positive relationships are examined. Students are encouraged to examine their own wellness journey.
NATV1002 Native Heritage 1: Tradition 42.0 Hours
This course focuses on developing knowledge of Native culture and reaffirming of Native identity through a study of the foundational teachings, beliefs, and practices of Native people and from a perspective within the culture. Emphasis is on the Native people of the Great Lakes area. Origins, central concepts of Native worldview, rites, customs and practices in life stages are examined. Attention is given to how Native people understand themselves and are influenced by the culture.
NATV1003 Introduction to Psychology: A Native Perspective 42.0 Hours
This course provides a global picture of the nature of psychology and an overview of the major schools of psychology. There is an emphasis in the course on the psychological, emotional, behaviourial, and social aspects of the human life cycle from birth to death. A central focus is placed on the stages of adolescence, adulthood, and the aged. By looking at the individual and the individual in his/her social context, common issues and concerns that arise within Aboriginal communities will be addressed.
NATV1004 Holistic Health and Healing 42.0 Hours
This course focuses on concepts of holistic health as they relate to life functions. Students examine holistic health and healing from the perspectives of the mainstream health care systems and the traditional health practices of Aboriginal people. Special attention is given to nutrition and its role importance to Aboriginal health. Epidemiology as it relates to the health of Aboriginal people is discussed.
NATV2000 Native People/Politics/Health Care 42.0 Hours
This course examines the organization of the Canadian Health Care System including health insurance and non-insured services for status people. Students examine the Aboriginal Health Policy and delivery of health services available to First Nations and Native urban organizations.
NATV2001 Issues in Holistic Health/Healing 42.0 Hours
This course examines several critical issues affecting Aboriginal health. It builds upon the concept of holistic health, encompassing the need for balance of mental, spiritual, emotional and physical elements. Students have an opportunity to examine the role of culture and traditions as they relate to contemporary health issues and treatment for Native people. Emphasis is on alteration in mental health and the impact on the other three elements of holistic health.
NATV2002 Introduction to Counselling 42.0 Hours
This course provides an experiential approach to learning basic counselling skills of the helping profession. Students examine a variety of western philosophies and approaches to counselling and counselling strategies used traditionally by Aboriginal people.
NATV2003 Research in Social Science 42.0 Hours
This course examines non-empirical methods for gathering and analyzing data relevant to Native community and organizational development. The data gathering techniques studied include in- depth interviews, focus groups, community forums, field observations, literature reviews and historical research methods.
NATV2004 Community Administration 42.0 Hours
This course offers the opportunity to develop skills in decision making, planning, controlling and managing. Students will be introduced to the theory of management and administration from a community-based perspective. Western and traditional Native philosophies pertaining to the role of management administrative practices will be examined.
NATV2005 Community Growth and Development 42.0 Hours
This course revisits the personal and development skills from first semester and applies them to a community. The concepts of medicine wheel philosophy as a framework for healthy community will be applied. Culturally appropriate models for healthy community will be analyzed.
NATV2006 Family Counselling: A Native Perspective 42.0 Hours
This course focuses on the family, family influences and family counselling techniques. Counselling strategies within specific groups, stepfamilies, adolescent and couples seeking marriage counselling will be discussed. The course highlights the Aboriginal family and community social issues to help students understand the history of existing problems and explore ways to provide possible intervention and follow-up strategies. Students will also examine Aboriginal community programs and services which are currently available to the Aboriginal population.
NATV2007 Program Planning/Evaluation 42.0 Hours
This course examines the program and planning methodologies necessary for effective planning and implementation of community based health and social service programs. Students have the opportunity to develop and practice program planning skills through a class project in planning a community-based health and social service program.
NATV2008 Human Resource Management 42.0 Hours
This course examines the structures and functions of health care organizations and the specific roles and responsibilities of health and social service Human Resource Management (HRM). It provides the opportunity for students to develop and practice the skills and techniques required to perform effectively in planning and administration of HRM systems. Attention will be given to rationalizing classical HRM management systems with the traditional native Band and self-governance system.
NATV2010 Native Workplace Economic Development 42.0 Hours
In this course, students learn necessary skills for developing action plans based on community needs and projections for various First Nations' organizations both on and off reserve in either a simulated practice or workplace environment. Through simulation the concept of a community board of directors will be examined. Basic fundraising strategies are explored and funding proposals are written.
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process.
More information about Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
NOTE: Information contained in College documents respecting programs is correct at the time of publication. Academic content of programs and courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational objectives and employment market needs. The college reserves the right to add or delete programs, options, courses, timetables or campus locations subject to sufficient enrolment, and the availability of courses.
Last Update: March 08, 2012.