Human Services Continuing Education
When you work with people, there are always ways to enhance your skills or increase your job credentials.
Here are four ways you can do that through continuing education:
- Animal Assisted Interventions
- American Sign Language
- Saskatchewan Early Childhood Education I Certification courses
- Community Mental Health courses
Animal Assisted Interventions
This course is part of our Animal Assisted Wellness certificate.
Course description |
Animal Assisted Interventions is a unique and growing field in working with children, youth, and families. This course explores why/how qualified practitioners partnering with animals can be such an effective helping modality. An overview of the different ways animals can partner with practitioners to help people is provided. Students should take this course to gain a better understanding of the human - animal bond and the potential benefits of partnering with animals in practice. Pre/co-requisites: None |
Schedule and tuition |
Winter 2024 Jan 15 - Mar 22, 2024 Spring 2024 April 22 - June 21, 2024 |
Online requirements |
Your class will be on the college learning management system, D2L. Once you're registered you'll receive a link to set up a D2L account. You'll also need:
Your computer system must have:
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Registration |
Winter 2024 Registrations open Nov 29, 2023, close Jan 4, 2024 Spring 2024 Registrations open March 6, 2024, close April 1, 2024 We recommend registering early as courses fill up quickly. To register, please visit our online registration platform and select the course you're interested in. |
Refund |
If you withdraw within the first 2 weeks of the start date, you'll be refunded your tuition fees minus a $100 administration fee. |
Introductory American Sign Language
Start learning American Sign Language online with Lakeland College.
Whether you are adding to your professional or personal skills, try our introductory ASL courses: ASL 101 level 1 part A and ASL 102 level 1 part B.
These courses are part of our American Sign Language and Deaf Culture Studies certificate program.
ASL 101 American Sign Language Level 1 Part A |
ASL 101 American Sign Language Level 1 Part A is an introductory course to both American Sign Language (ASL) and deaf culture. You'll learn how have basic conversations, as well as appropriate behaviour when interacting within the deaf culture. This is the prerequisite for ASL 102 Level 1, Part B. This continues what was started in ASL 101. Uses the same textbook. |
ASL 102 American Sign Language Level 1 Part B |
In this course, students are introduced to American Sign Language (ASL), its culture, and to the community of Deaf persons who use this language. Students learn how to have basic conversations as well as use appropriate behaviours within the Deaf Community. Prerequisite: ASL 101 |
Schedule and tuition |
What: ASL 101 Level 1 Part A What: ASL 102 Level 1 Part B (pre-requisite: ASL 101 Level 1 Part A) |
Online Requirements |
Online requirementsIf you are thinking about online learning with Lakeland College, there are some basics:
Recommended skills and qualities
Like any other language, some people learn ASL more quickly and easily than others. These are some of those qualities and skills.
For a complete list of these skills and qualities, check out the ASL & Deaf Culture Studies requirements page. |
Registration |
To register, please visit our online registration platform and select the course you are interested in. |
Refund |
If you withdraw within the first 2 weeks of the start date, you'll be refunded your tuition fees minus a $100 administration fee.
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Saskatchewan ECE I Certification courses
Earn your Saskatchewan Early Child Educator (ECE) I certification through Lakeland College.
This first level of certification is required to work 65 hours or more per month at a child care centre.
Three courses, or nine credits, are required. Courses must include topics related to child development, programming and relationships.
You may be eligible for tuition reimbursement. Check out the Child Care Application for Tuition Reimbursement
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Winter 2024 Jan 15 - Mar 22, 2024 Spring 2024 April 22 - June 21, 2024 |
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Winter 2024 Registrations open Nov 29, 2023, close Jan 4, 2024 Spring 2024 Registrations open March 6, 2024 close April 1, 2024 We recommend registering at least 2 weeks before courses start and no later than so you can get any books and materials before the class starts. To register, please visit our online registration platform and select the course you're interested in. |
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Your class will be on the college learning management system, D2L. Once you're registered you'll receive a link to set up a D2L account. You'll also need:
Your computer system must have:
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If you withdraw within the first 2 weeks of the start date, you'll be refunded your tuition fees minus a $100.00 administration fee. |
Community Mental Health courses
Take courses in Community Mental Health to expand your knowledge or work towards a certificate. Specialized studies build on your Level 3 ECE and are eligible for Professional Development Grant funding from the Alberta government.
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Winter 2024 Jan 15 - Mar 22, 2024 Spring April 22 - June 21, 2024 |
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Winter 2024 Registrations open Nov29, 2023, close Jan 4, 2024 Spring 2024 Registrations open March 6, 2024, close April 1, 2024 We recommend registering early as courses fill up quickly. To register, please visit our online registration platform and select the course you're interested in. |
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Your class will be on the college learning management system, Desire2Learn. Once you're registered you'll receive a link to access your D2L account. You'll also need:
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If you withdraw within the first 2 weeks of the start date, you'll be refunded your tuition fees minus a $100 administration fee. |
More information
Cancellations |
Lakeland College reserves the right to cancel a course due to low enrolment. |
Contact |
For more information about these courses, please email the academic advisor at hsacademic.advisor@lakelandcollege.ca. |