Making a human impact
Making a human impact

Community and Education Studies

Our Community and Education Studies programs are designed for students who are driven to make a meaningful impact supporting individuals and strengthening communities. Students learn through a blend of classroom instruction and immersive, hands‑on training in simulation spaces and practical learning environments. Through placements, applied learning opportunities and strong employer partnerships, graduates gain real‑world experience and the with real world experience and the confidence to make a difference.

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1 Level Designed in response to industry demand, these flexible programs develop targeted skills and knowledge for a defined range of activities in a specific field of study.
1 Year Develop the foundational skills and knowledge needed to perform a defined range of tasks within a specific field.
2 Years Prepare for a specific field with a broad base of study that supports multiple career pathways and areas of specialization.
3 Years Build in-depth knowledge and practical skills to work across a wide range of technical roles.
3-4 Years Gain a strong foundation in theory paired with practical, hands-on experience through options such as co-op or clinical placement.
4 Years Combine theoretical learning with hands-on experience through opportunities such as co-op, applied research, or work-integrated learning.
1-2 Years Build on your post-secondary education and gain a competitive edge with a focused, high-demand specialization.
Co-op Opportunity Co-op programs combine academic levels with structured, paid work experience through one or more full-time work terms.
International Eligibility A program that allocates some available seats to international students.
Post-Graduation Work Permit Eligibility Completing a PGWP-eligible program allows international students to apply for an open work permit to temporarily stay and work in Canada.
Program Campus Credential Delivery

Addictions and Mental Health

Online Ontario College Graduate Certificate Full-time

Addictions and Mental Health

Online Ontario College Graduate Certificate Part-time

Autism and Behavioural Science

Online Ontario College Graduate Certificate Full-time

Autism and Behavioural Science

Online Ontario College Graduate Certificate Part-time

Autism Studies

Online College Certificate Part-time

Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (Honours)

Ottawa
  • Honours Degree
    •  
  • (4 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development (Entry Level 5) (Honours)

    Ottawa
  • Honours Degree
    •  
  • (4 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development (Honours)

    Ottawa
  • Honours Degree
    •  
  • (4 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Bachelor of Information Technology - Information Resource Management (Co-op)

    Ottawa
  • Degree
    •  
  • (4 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Child and Youth Care

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Advanced Diploma
    •  
  • (3 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Child and Youth Care (Year 1)

    Online Ontario College Advanced Diploma Full-time

    Child and Youth Care (Year 1)

    Online Ontario College Advanced Diploma Part-time

    Developmental Services Worker

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (2 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Early Childhood Education

    Pembroke
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (42 Weeks)
    •  Full-time

    Early Childhood Education

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (42 Weeks)
    •  Full-time

    Early Childhood Education

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (2 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Early Childhood Education

    Online Ontario College Diploma Full-time

    Early Childhood Education

    Online Ontario College Diploma Part-time

    Human Services Foundations

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Certificate
    •  
  • (1 Year)
    •  Full-time

    Indigenous Studies

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (2 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Indigenous Studies Foundations - Inuit, Métis, and First Nations

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Certificate
    •  
  • (1 Year)
    •  Full-time

    Library and Information Technician

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (2 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Play, Learn and Teach Outdoors in the Early Years

    Ottawa College Certificate Part-time

    Pre-English for Academic Purposes

    Ottawa
  • College Certificate
    •  
  • (14 Weeks)
    •  Full-time

    Social Service Worker

    Pembroke
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (2 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Social Service Worker

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (2 Years)
    •  Full-time

    Social Service Worker (Intensive)

    Ottawa
  • Ontario College Diploma
    •  
  • (42 Weeks)
    •  Full-time

    Teachers and Trainers of Adults

    Online College Certificate Part-time

    Career Outcomes

    Careers may include early learning and child care, educational support, community services, social services, child and youth work and related support roles.
    250 +

    program pathways available to customize your journey

    92 %

    of employers are satisfied with the Algonquin graduates they've hired

    45 +

    co-op programs—get practical experience and earn money in school

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