Graduate Certificate - Community Collaboration In Addictions And Mental Health (CAM)

Academic Requirements

Students applying to the Graduate Certificate in Community Collaboration in Addictions and Mental Health must meet the following requirements:

• Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent.
• Applicants who do not meet the requirements listed above but possess a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered on an individual basis. Please contact the Program Coordinator directly.

It is recommended (but not required for admission) that applicants have a prior diploma or degree in a helping profession or justice-related field, such as health, emergency response, or social work-related disciplines. Students should have foundational skills in advising/counseling clients.

Additionally, the following are recommended résumé boosters that can be taken through Fleming’s Continuing Education during your studies:

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCVI)
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (A.S.I.S.T.)

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any clarification and support regarding the application process, students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency, choosing one of the following options:

Option 1 - Submit test results from one of the accepted tests listed:

Submission of English Language Test Scores. Applicants may receive direct admission by submitting one of the following recognized English language test scores with their application.

• Internet-based (iBT) TOEFL: 88 with no score less than 22
• Paper-based (PBT) TOEFL: 577
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
• Duolingo: 120+
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): Overall 70
• Canadian Academic English Language - ONLINE (CAEL - ONLINE): Overall 70
• Michigan English Test (MET): 62
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test English): 56+
• Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 176 with no skill below 162
• Oxford ELLT: 7 (No band less than 6)

Special notes: Test scores to be valid for a minimum of 2 months following date of application. Students applying within Canada, currently attending an accredited University or College, with expired test scores can be considered for direct admission if the student successfully progresses in a post-secondary program.

Option 2: Successful completion of Level 8, in Fleming College’s English Language Bridge (ELB) Program.

• Diploma/Certificates require 70% grade in Level 8
• Post Graduate Certificates require 80% grade in Level 8

Option 3: Successful completion of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English for Academic Preparation (EAP) at an Ontario Community College, University, or approved pathway language organization.

Option 4: Provide proof of language proficiency based on previous education:

• Successfully completed three consecutive years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Completed one full year of study (within the last 2 years) in an accredited post-secondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 C) issued by a public or Catholic school board.
• Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Fleming College pathway partners.
• Completed three consecutive years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 C).

Please check with our team for more details.

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.