Course Descriptions

Child and Youth Care

Course offerings vary from year to year. Check Generate a Timetable for available course offerings.

CYC 111 (3) Child Development I

An introduction to the study of human development, including an overview of major themes and theories in pre-natal, infant, child and youth development including physical, social, emotional, cognitive and spiritual development. Emphasizes the application of these theories within the context of Child and Youth Care practice. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC program or permission of CYC Advisor.

CYC 112 (3) Child Development II (Ends May 2013)

A continuation of CYC 111, the study of human development. Provides an overview of major themes and theories in middle childhood and adolescent development including physical, social, emotional, cognitive and spiritual development. Emphasizes the application of these theories within the context of Child and Youth Care practice. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: CYC 111 or permission of CYC Advisor.

CYC 112 (3) Child Development II (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in CYC 111 or permission of CYC Advisor.

CYC 200A (3) Theoretical Foundations in Child and Youth Care

A thematic exploration of theoretical orientations and practice perspectives relevant to CYC practice: learning, psychodynamic, humanistic, and systems theories and relational, developmental, ecological, strength based, pluralistic, and social justice practice perspectives. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.

CYC 200B (6) Professional Foundations for Child and Youth Care

An exploration of child and youth care as a profession, current issues impacting practice and an introduction to organizing self in practice with children, youth, families and communities. An understanding and application of models consistent with child and youth care principles and perspectives are emphasized. (3:0:0 for 30 weeks)

Prerequisite: Second-year standing in the CYC Diploma or CYC Degree.

CYC 201 (3) Introduction to Professional Child and Youth Care

An overview of the development of the child and youth care profession and an introduction to perspectives, principles, theories, and models applied across a range of settings serving children, youth, families, and communities. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.

CYC 210 (9) Supervised Practicum (Ends May 2013)

A practicum course combining classroom activities and a work-place experience to assist students to integrate core concepts into their practice as child and youth care workers, to develop skills as practitioners, and to engage in the design and delivery of individual and/or group programs with agency supervision and faculty contact. (0:2:0 —300 for 36 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC Diploma program, and successful completion of or current registration in all second year core courses (CYC 200A, CYC 200B, CYC 201, CYC 252A, CYC 252B, CYC 265 and CYC 260B).

CYC 210 (9) Supervised Practicum (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Second year standing in CYC Diploma program. Current registration or completion of second year core courses with a min. "C+" in each core course.

CYC 252A (3) Interpersonal Communication Skills

An introduction to the dynamics and skills associated with effective interpersonal skills in Human Services work; an understanding of the characteristics and development of relationships both in one-to-one and group settings. Students will apply course materials to enhance their self-awareness and functioning in relationships with others. CYC 252A was formerly called CYC 252; credit will not be granted for both courses. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.

CYC 252B (3) Advanced Interpersonal Skills (Ends May 2013)

A continued exploration of relationship-based work within Human Services emphasizing positive growth and change with individuals. Topics include learning and demonstrating communication and interpersonal skills that support person- centred exploration and/or problem-solving process with individuals, children, youth, and adults. CYC 252B was formerly called CYC 252; credit will not be granted for both courses. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: ECEC 150 or CYC 252A

CYC 252B (3) Advanced Interpersonal Skills (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in either ECEC 150 or CYC 252A.

CYC 260B (3) An Introduction to Family Development and Support

A study of the developmental tasks of families; the historical and emerging themes for Canadian families; their relevance to one's own family; and ways to support families that are reflective of professional CYC practice in meeting developmental tasks. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.

CYC 260C (3) Special Topics in Child and Youth Care-Leadership and Personal Development

An analysis of the theory and application of leadership as it relates to the Child and Youth Care profession. Topics include group relations, goal setting, and motivation, to ensure that client needs are met effectively. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.

CYC 260D (3) International Field Study

An opportunity to experience, in an overseas environment, an international and intercultural perspective on social issues. Includes opportunities for the critical examination of how international social services agencies operate. (0:8:13 for 4 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to a Human Services program.

CYC 261 (2) Special Topics: Child and Youth Care

This course provides an opportunity to examine selected current issues in Child and Youth Care. (2:0:0)

Prerequisite: Second-year standing.

CYC 261A (2) Special Topics: CYC Perspectives on Games and Outdoor Activities

This course provides an opportunity to examine selected current issues in Child and Youth Care. (2:0:0)

Prerequisite: Second-year standing.

CYC 262 (6) Special Topics: Child and Youth Care

This course provides an opportunity to examine selected current issues in Child and Youth Care (6:0:0)

Prerequisite: Third-year standing.

CYC 265 (3) An Introduction to Group Work Practice in Professional CYC (Ends May 2013)

An exploration of various theoretical foundations and applied approaches for understanding and working with, and within, groups of children/youths/adults. Building upon CYC 252A students focus on a relational perspective examining individual behaviours presented within groups; including leadership, decision-making, and conflict resolution styles. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: ECEC 150 or CYC 252A

CYC 265 (3) An Introduction to Group Work Practice in Professional CYC (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in either ECEC 150 or CYC 252A.

CYC 290 (6) Directed Studies in Child and Youth Care

Research projects, directed readings, or additional course work in a specified area. (May be taken more than once for credit, provided the course content is different from that previously taken.) (0:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC diploma or degree program and permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 301 (6) Child and Youth Care Practice: Theory and Application (Ends May 2013)

An examination of professional practice and the integration of select theories and therapeutic approaches when working with children and youth, individually and in small groups. Topics of professional practice: inclusive and consultative case planning, applying a developmental perspective, applying an ecological perspective and the use of self in relationship. (3:0:0 for 30 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to third-year B.A. CYC or permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 301 (6) Child and Youth Care Practice: Theory and Application (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Third-year standing in BA CYC. Current registration or completion of third year core courses with a min "C+" in each core course.

CYC 310 (9) CYC Professional Practice Seminar and Supervised Practicum (Ends May 2013)

A critical examination of the integration of theory in practice, as studied in third year, through student participation in and reflection upon their field experience where they will work directly with children and/or youth individually and/or in small group settings. This experience is supported through lecture, seminar and field supervision. (0:2:0 —300 for 30 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to third-year BA CYC or permission of CYC Chair. Must have completed or be registered concurrently in CYC 301.

CYC 310 (9) CYC Professional Practice Seminar and Supervised Practicum (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Third-year standing in BA CYC. Current registration or completion of third year core courses with a min. "C+" in each core course.

CYC 321 (3) Contact and Colonization: Effects on First Nations Child Welfare

A social and historical review of the effects of European-Canadian culture on child welfare, including family and child-rearing practices, among First Nations people of Vancouver Island and B.C., from the period preceding first contact to present day. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Enrolled in CYC diploma or B.A. CYC, or permission of instructor.

CYC 322 (3) CYC First Nations Third Year Seminar (Ends May 2013)

An examination of certain generic topics such as poverty and economics; children's rights; community and collective issues; levels of government and culture, in the light of specific practice issues for practitioners who work with First Nations children, youth and families. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: CYC 321.

CYC 322 (3) CYC First Nations Third Year Seminar (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in CYC 321.

CYC 350A (3) Law and Social Services

A study of the legal system, select laws, and the processes by which laws are enacted and operationalized. Examples of law as an expression of social policy and how their administration affects children/youth, families, groups and communities, including Aboriginal peoples are emphasized. Legal accountability and social justice will be addressed. Credit will only be granted for one of SOCW 350A or CYC 350A. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Second-year standing and permission of CYC Chair, or admission to CYC diploma program or B.A. CYC (third/fourth year).

CYC 360 (3) Special Topics in Child and Youth Care

This course provides an opportunity to examine selected current issues in child and youth care. (With approval of the CYC Chair, this course may be taken more than once for credit.) (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC diploma or degree program, or permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 360B (3) Special Topics: Youth and Active Lifestyles

A discovery of how wellness and active lifestyles impact children and youth, and how a collective effort from health, education, leisure, government and the private sector can produce systems, environments and societal norms which enhance the well-being of our younger generation. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to B.A. CYC (third/fourth year) or permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 360E (3) Special Topics: Youth Care and Support

An opportunity to study current social concerns with regard to youth care and support. Topics such as alcohol and drug misuse, anger management, human sexuality, depression and suicide, will be explored with the involvement of professionals from the practice field. (3:0:0 for 14 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC degree or diploma program.

CYC 360G (3) Special Topics: Peer Support Programs

An introduction to the concept of peer helping, which was originally developed for secondary schools but is now used in many community organizations. This course is designed to assist students to understand the definition and purpose of peer helping, how to apply this understanding in a variety of settings and with various age groups. (3:0:0 for 14 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC degree or diploma program and CYC 252.

CYC 360H (3) Special Topics: Being Together: The Core Issues of Relationship

An exploration of relationships from a personal, as well as a professional perspective. At the personal level, our relational experiences are at the heart of who we are and how we go about our lives. As professionals, the beliefs we hold, the concepts we use and the theories we choose are based on our earliest experiences of "being together" with others. This course is designed to recognize and respect individual differences in interest, experience and academic background. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC degree or diploma, and CYC 252.

CYC 360I (3) Special Topics: Building Family and Community Partnerships

An examination of the interactions between child and youth care practitioners, the families of very young children, and the communities in which they work and live. Topics include the implications of working with families with diverse experiences and backgrounds; formal and informal community networks; professional responsibility to motivate positive change in our social systems. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Second-year standing in CYC program.

CYC 360K (3) Special Topics: Disability Issues

An examination of disability issues within an interdisciplinary, social justice framework. An exploration of the evolution of approaches to teamwork, communication, service planning and delivery in services for people with disabilities. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC degree or diploma program.

CYC 360L (3) Special Topics: Intro to Working with Children and Youth through the Medium of Art

An introduction and exploration of the therapeutic roots and qualities of art making. Encourages students to experience the rich therapeutic potential of art making as a medium for effecting growth and change in children and youth. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC degree or diploma program.

CYC 360M (3) Special Topics: Rediscovering Rites of Passage

An opportunity to become familiar with the Rediscovery model and the use of an initiatory, environmental perspective as a tool to provide rites of passage for youth from a holistic, community-based perspective relevant to First Nations. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to second year of a CYC program.

CYC 360P (3) Special Topics: Promoting Positive Outcomes

An exploration of risk and resiliency within an ecological context. Students consider the ways in which they can apply knowledge about risk and resiliency to child and youth care/early childhood practice. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to Diploma or Degree in Human Services and second-year standing.

CYC 361 (3) Introduction to Alcohol and Drug Clinical Practice

A study of the theoretical and practical framework of working with substance misuse and co-occurring disorders that impact children, youth, adults, and families. Topics include the application of addiction theories to collaborative person-centered approaches with consideration to personal and professional beliefs, values, and ethics. CYC 361 was formerly called CYC 360J; credit will not be granted for both courses. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC diploma or second-year standing in BA CYC.

CYC 362 (3) Child Abuse and Neglect Concerns

An overview of responsibilities citizens (including practitioners) have to observe, identify, and respond to the occurrence and effects of child abuse and neglect. Topics include definitions and contexts of abuse and neglect, the range of service responses, resources available to the community, and the students' evolving readiness to practice. CYC 362 was formerly called CYC 360A; credit will not be granted for both courses. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to CYC or Social Services diploma, second-year standing in the BA CYC, or permission of instructor.

CYC 363 (3) Child and Youth Mental Health

A study of clinical practice with children and youth where mental health considerations are present. Topics include concepts of mental health, examination of problem-based and strength-based approaches, mental health assessments and diagnostic procedures, introduction to psychopharmacology, the roles/responsibilities of non-prescribing health/human services workers and related service planning. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to the BA CYC, or second-year of the CYC or the CYC FN Diploma, or permission of instructor.

CYC 401 (3) Professional Health and Wellbeing

A study of self as practitioner working with child abuse and neglect concerns. Topics include the impact of vicarious traumatization; self care, boundary setting and awareness of areas of vulnerability; preventative strategies; the role of professional organizations and codes of ethics. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Admission to BA Child and Youth Care program, or permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 403 (3) Child Abuse and Neglect II (Ends May 2013)

A continuation of CYC 362 focusing on assessment, intervention, service planning, and evaluation when working with child abuse and neglect concerns where a legislated response is required. Students will work extensively with Child Protection legislation governing the communities in which they will practice. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in the BA CYC, CYC 362, CYC 360A, and CYC 350A.

CYC 403 (3) Child Abuse and Neglect II (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in the BA CYC, min. "C+" in either CYC 362 or CYC 360A, and min. "C+" in CYC 350A.

CYC 404 (3) Law and Social Services

A study of law as it affects human service professionals. Topics include specific alternative dispute resolution approaches and investigative interviewing when working in legislated practice environments with children, youth, families and/or adults; the law as an expression of social policy; legal principles; and the role of the human service professional. Note: Some sections of this course may be offered on-line. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in the BA CYC, and CYC 350A or SOCW 350A, or permission of instructor.

CYC 410 (9) Advanced Professional Practice Seminar and Supervised Practicum (Ends May 2013)

A critical examination of the integration of theory in practice, as studied in both third and fourth years, through student participation in and reflection upon their field experience where they will work directly with children, youth, families and/or communities. This experience is supported through lecture, seminar, and field supervision. (0:2:0 —300 for 30 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to fourth year BA CYC or permission of CYC Chair. Must have completed or be registered concurrently in CYC 411.

CYC 410 (9) Advanced Professional Practice Seminar and Supervised Practicum (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Fourth year standing in BA CYC. Current registration or completion of fourth year core courses with a min. "C+" in each core course.

CYC 411 (6) Advanced CYC Practice: Theory, Research and Application (Ends May 2013)

A continued examination of professional practice and the integration of select theories and therapeutic approaches that emphasize the practitioner's partnership role with families and communities regarding the care of children/youth. Topics include leadership, advocacy, program design, community development, research assessment, research proposal writing and the continuing use of self in relationship. (3:0:0 for 30 weeks)

Prerequisite: Admission to fourth year BA CYC or permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 411 (6) Advanced CYC Practice: Theory, Research and Application (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Fourth year standing in BA CYC. Current registration or completion of fourth year core courses with a min. "C+" in each core course.

CYC 422 (6) CYC First Nations Fourth Year Seminar

A complement to CYC 410 for students entering practice in First Nations Child and Youth Care settings. Emphasis is on the various roles of graduating students; as mentors, as seminar leaders, in liaison with elders and resource practitioners, and in identifying and developing responses to specific practice issues. (0:3:0 for 30 weeks)

Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in the B.A. CYC, and CYC 322.

CYC 423 (3) Child and Youth Care Research

This course introduces students to ways in which knowledge in the child and youth care field is developed and helps them to develop skills in the organization and analysis of research in the professional literature. Within a research practitioner context, students are presented with a range of research techniques and methods and then are guided in the development of a formal research proposal relating to issues in the field and areas of personal interest. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing or permission of CYC Chair.

CYC 466 (3) Theory of Child and Youth Care Practice with Families

An analysis of conceptual frameworks and models for understanding family functioning and parenting using self in one's family as a point of reference. The settings in which family work occurs are identified; family assessment methodologies and interventions integral to child and youth care professional practice are presented. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in the BA CYC.

CYC 474 (3) Child and Youth Care Practice with Individuals

A continuation of the skill development and application of basic and advanced interpersonal skills when working relationally with individual children, youth, and adults. Building upon knowledge and skills, the recognition and effective application of a CYC orientation to practice in a variety of situations will be emphasized. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Third/fourth-year standing in the BA CYC program.

CYC 475 (3) Facilitating Groups with Children, Youth, and Caregivers

An advanced study of the knowledge and skills required for developing, organizing, and facilitating group programming with children, youth, and caregivers. Students will develop and demonstrate interventions that are grounded in group theory and professional child and youth care practice. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Third/fourth-year standing in the BA CYC program.

CYC 476 (3) Child and Youth Care Practice with Families (Ends May 2013)

A continuation of CYC 466, focusing on the application of knowledge and the development of skills integral to professional child and youth care practice with families. In the application of knowledge and skills development, students will be directly involved with families. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: CYC 466.

CYC 476 (3) Child and Youth Care Practice with Families (Effective Jun 2013)

Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in CYC 466.

CYC 490 (3) Directed Studies in Child and Youth Care

Research projects, directed reading, or additional course work in a specified area. (May be taken more than once for credit, provided the course content is different from that previously taken.) (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: Third/fourth year in the BA CYC program and permission of CYC Chair.