Program Description
Established in 1981, the York-Seneca Rehabilitation Services Certificate Program is the only program of its kind in Canada. This program is offered jointly by York University and Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology. It prepares undergraduate students to work in a variety of rehabilitation fields by integrating academic training in health sciences, and practical field experience. Graduates receive a B.A./B.Sc. degree or Honours B.A./B.Sc. degree from York University and a joint York/Seneca Certificate in Rehabilitation Services.
Our program is recognized by VRAC (Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada) and the CRCC (Commission on Rehabilitation Counsellor Certification).
What is Rehabilitation?
- Enables persons with disabilities (physical, emotional or developmental) to reach an optimal level of functioning.
- Facilitates individuals’ sense of independence and empowerment, as well as improvement in their quality of life.
- Involves working collaboratively with health care and vocational professionals to meet the needs of individuals.
Program Structure?
The York-Seneca Rehabilitation Services Certificate Program involves the equivalent of either four years of study for a B.A./B.Sc. degree or five years for an Honours B.A./B.Sc. degree. Students are enrolled in the joint program for two years. During this time, the equivalent of five full-year York courses and five full-year Seneca courses are completed. All courses are offered at the Keele St. campus.
Students also complete two full-year fieldwork courses involving a total of 800 hours of supervised fieldwork training in each of the three major domains of rehabilitation: physical, emotional and developmental. The Seneca Fieldwork Supervisor facilitates fieldwork placements and supervises and evaluates students' activities in the various placement settings.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are qualified to work with persons having physical, emotional and developmental disabilities. There are numerous organizations and agencies providing services to people with disabilities. Examples of organizations concerned with rehabilitation include: Workplace Safety and Insurance Board, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Community and Social Services, Ministry of Correctional Services, Society for Goodwill Services, Canadian National Institute for the Blind, Jewish Vocational Services, and March of Dimes, as well as most major insurance companies.
Rehabilitation facilities and agencies employ graduates of the program in life skill or recreational capacities, as work supervisors and evaluators, job placement specialists, intake interviewers, vocational counsellors, case managers and coordinators, etc.
Our students are in high demand for their knowledge and experience.
Admission Requirements
In order to be eligible to apply, students must have:
- Completed 60 credits including AS/PSYC 1010 6.0 towards a B.A./B.Sc. degree or 90 credits including AS/PSYC 1010 6.0 towards an Honours B.A./B.Sc. degree.
- Fulfilled the General Education requirements of York University.
- Good intellectual ability, emotional stability and a strong interest in working with individuals with various types of disabilities.
- Previous experience in the field of rehabilitation is recommended but not required.
When to Apply for the York Seneca Rehabilitation Certificate Program?
The online application will be available in
February
2012. In order to be considered for admission, you must submit the online application by March 12th 2012. Offers of admission will be made by mid-April.
The online application involves the following:
- Information about your academic program, prior courses, and stage in program.
- Questions regarding your understanding of the field of rehabilitation and your prior occupational/volunteer experience related to the field of rehabilitation.
- Your consent to access your York University transcript.
- Letters from two referees who can comment on your ability and suitability for working in a rehabilitation field.
Access the online application { Deadline to apply: March 12th 2012 } (Passport York authentication is required to access the online application ) |
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A police background check is required upon acceptance to the York-Seneca Rehabilitation Services Certificate Program. Here is the Police form.
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NOTE : If you are currently in your final year of your undergraduate program and are interested in the field of rehabilitation, you may be interested in applying to Seneca College, which offers a certificate through Continuing Education. The Seneca Continuing Education Rehabilitation programme is not affiliated with York University and is distinct from the York Seneca Rehabilitation Certificate Program. This program does not require a York University degree, nor does it require completion of 800 hours of supervised fieldwork training as in the York Seneca Rehabilitation Certificate program. For more details, see: Seneca Rehabilitation Certificate
| For more information about the program or application contact the Program Assistant located in Room 283 BSB (416) 736 - 2100 ext 66253 |
York@Seneca celebrates YSRSCP's 30th anniversary.
