Human Services Foundations Program (A113)

George Brown College’s Human Services Foundations (A113) certificate program will give you the academic skills you need to thrive in human services programs and related career pathways.

This program will give you an in-depth understanding of human behaviour through psychology, sociology, and anti-oppressive practice––a foundation that will help you succeed in the classroom and in human services.

Working in small groups, you’ll learn how to build positive relationships in a diverse and inclusive environment through activities that focus on collaboration and communication.

In the Human Services Foundations program, you’ll learn:

• to think critically by applying effective communication and research skills to present information in a factual, confident, and objective manner
• to identify the systemic barriers that impact equity and inclusion for individuals and community groups in Canada
• the role human services professionals play in removing systemic barriers
• the many career pathway options in the human services sector
• to make informed decisions about your future academic and professional goals
• academic and life skills that will help you succeed in college and beyond
• strategies for wellness, lifelong learning, and self-development

Support available for students in the School of Work and College Preparation includes:

• Access to a Student Success Counsellor who can help you overcome any challenges you may face while at college
• Meeting with a Pathway Advisor to discuss your specific academic and career goals and help you explore potential pathways.
• Support from a weekly Peer Learning Group, facilitated by a graduate of the program who is a current student in one of our diploma programs.

For a list of George Brown’s human services sector–related programs that you may qualify for upon graduation from the (A113) program, click the Career and Postgraduate Study Opportunities tab on the left side of this page.