Family Life Education (Cert)

Why study Family Life Education?

Acquire the knowledge and skills to help improve the quality of life for families and individuals of all ages. Designed for those who are qualified in their own professions and wish to obtain additional training and practice in group leadership and small group dynamics; interpersonal relations and communications; and designing, facilitating and evaluating programs and workshops.

The aim is to increase knowledge and skills relevant to conducting family life education programs in service agencies, hospitals, schools, companies and religious institutions.

Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements

• Quebec CEGEP: 22
  • Additional information for CEGEP applicants
• High School: B-
  • ACT or SAT is NOT required
  • Canadian curricula course requirements
  • Accepted international qualifications
• International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 27
• International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 4.5/7
  • Additional Career-related Programme (CP) course requirements
• Baccalauréat français: 11
• British system of education (GCE):
  • A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
  • AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
  • BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
  • Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
• University Transfers (internal/external): B-

Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.

After your degree

Graduates are encouraged to apply to the following types of employers:

• Community and social service agencies
• Hospitals
• Support group and volunteer organizations
• CLSCs
• Geriatric centres and residences
• Drug and alcohol treatment centres
• Schools and after-school programs
• Mental health institutions
• Women's and family centres
• Community recreation centres
• Religious organizations

Self-employment as a Family Life Educator is also a career option.