Administered by the School of Child and Youth Care
Degree: Four years of study following Grade 12 U/M graduation.
Admission: O.S.S.D. with six Grade 12 U/M courses including Grade 12 U English.
Notes: - ENG4U/EAE4U is the preferred English.
- A grade of 70 percent or higher will be required in Grade 12 U English.
- Applicants are advised that a criminal record check will be required by
organizations accepting students for internship placements.
- Subject to competition, candidates may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum.
Direct Entry Program
Degree: Two years of study following community college graduation.
The requirements for Direct Entry (full- or part-time) in Child and Youth Care include the following:
- A three year Child and Youth Worker Advanced Diploma, from a public Ontario College, with at least a 'B' average; and
- Non-academic requirements as noted on www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/programs/grades_plus. Applicants must visit the website for details.
- Subject to competition, candidates may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum and work experience in the field is beneficial.
Note: Potential students with work experience in the field but with post-secondary academic credentials other than the three-year Child and Youth Worker Advanced Diploma from a public Ontario College will be considered on an individual basis and should apply to the four-year program. Those with out-of-province two-year Child and Youth Work diplomas will also be assessed on an individual basis.
