LAKELAND LAUNCHES NEW PROGRAM: COMMUNITY SUPPORT PRACTITIONER

Human Services programming at Lakeland College is growing with a new, in-demand program – community support practitioner – the only diploma program of its kind in Alberta.

Developed with industry consultation, this two-year program provides training for students pursuing a career working with individuals who require assistance within the community.

Debuting at the Vermilion campus and online in fall 2024, community support practitioner students will learn to assist individuals of all abilities, ages, exceptionalities and needs. They will complete courses such as personal assistance awareness, counselling techniques, gerontology and pharmacology. Graduates of the program will complete four four-week practicums with a variety of organizations.

The community support practitioner program will prepare graduates to succeed in a variety of career paths, including:

• continuing care facilities

• rehabilitative programs

• community-based support services

• day treatment programs

• residential care settings

• community resource centres