Addictions and Mental Health (Graduate Certificate)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Addictions and Mental Health (Graduate Certificate) program, students should be aware of the following Academic Requirements:

• Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• International students must provide documentation that demonstrates their previous education is equivalent to Canadian standards.
• For Vietnamese and other Asian students, specific educational credentials may need to be assessed to ensure they meet the program's prerequisites.
• Prerequisite courses are not explicitly mentioned, so students should ensure they have relevant education in the field of addiction and mental health.
• It is advisable to apply as soon as possible, as specific deadlines are not provided.

For any clarification or support regarding the application process, students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors who can assist with the necessary steps and requirements.

Language Requirements

Applicants may be admitted to Durham College for our undergraduate programs if they have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent high school diploma from another country which includes:

• One senior-level English language credit (from an English-speaking country as listed below)
• Equivalent English Proficiency test results (see chart below), or
• Completion of an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program through one of our recognized English Language Partner schools.

*Applicants from Canadian curriculum high schools, both inside and outside of Canada, must complete a minimum of three years of high school credits to be considered for exemption from TOEFL/Academic IELTS requirements upon provision of a full transcript.

**Applicants with a minimum of three years of high school or post-secondary studies in Canada, Australia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, New Zealand, Singapore, United States, United Kingdom, Philippines, some Caribbean countries, and selected other countries may be exempted from TOEFL/Academic IELTS requirements upon provision of a full transcript. Exceptions may apply.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCORE REQUIREMENTS

Durham College will continue to temporarily accept the following online English Language Proficiency tests for admissions purposes only:

Accepted English Language Tests

• Academic IELTS: 6.5, no band score less than 6.0
• IBT TOEFL: 88, with minimum section scores of 22
• PTE Academic: 60 minimum overall, no section below 57 L,W,S,R
• CAEL: Overall score of 70, no section below 70
• DET 115

Exceptions:

• Practical Nursing: Academic IELTS: 7.0, with no band less than 6.5
• TOEFL: 94, with minimum section scores of 23

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.