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Innovative Approaches in Child and Youth Care

CYCA 3600
Open Closing on January 15, 2025 / 1 spot left
Durham College
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Chris Harris
College Professor
1
Timeline
  • January 20, 2025
    Experience start
  • May 1, 2025
    Experience end
Experience
1 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Anywhere
Any company type
Any industries
Categories
Community engagement Social work
Skills
project proposals intervention plans research reports innovation
Learner goals and capabilities

This experience invites industry professionals to collaborate with learners who are exploring the dynamic field of Child and Youth Care. Learners are equipped to analyze and plan interventions for young people and their families, utilizing evidence-informed practices. They are adept at navigating complex issues within the profession and are prepared to apply their knowledge to real-world projects. By engaging with this experience, professionals can expect learners to bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to projects that address the needs of young people and their communities.

Learners
Diploma
Beginner, Intermediate levels
22 learners
Project
40 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 4
Expected outcomes and deliverables
  • Comprehensive intervention plans for youth and families
  • Research reports on emerging trends in Child and Youth Care
  • Community engagement strategies
  • Workshops or training modules for practitioners
  • Evaluation frameworks for existing youth programs
Project timeline
  • January 20, 2025
    Experience start
  • May 1, 2025
    Experience end
Project Examples
  • Developing a community-based program to support at-risk youth
  • Creating a training module for practitioners on decolonizing practices
  • Designing an evaluation strategy for a youth mentorship initiative
  • Researching and reporting on the impact of digital tools in youth engagement
  • Planning an awareness campaign for mental health in youth communities
  • Analyzing the effectiveness of current intervention strategies in a local context
  • Proposing enhancements to existing family support services
  • Designing a culturally responsive curriculum for youth care workers