Start Your Career as an Addiction and Mental Health Worker
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About The Program
The Addiction and Mental Health Worker program is a 66-week diploma designed to prepare you for a career in mental health support and addiction recovery. You will build practical skills in counselling techniques, crisis intervention, treatment planning, case management, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed care, while studying areas like addiction theory, pharmacology, and family dynamics.
Graduates can pursue careers with an average wage of $26 per hour and up to $38 per hour, depending on role and experience. Your training includes certifications such as Mental Health First Aid, Trauma and Violence Informed Care, Suicide Prevention (SPRAM), and Naloxone Administration, along with a 12-week, 300-hour internship for real-world experience.
Delivered through live, instructor-led online classes, this program provides structured support and guidance from experienced professionals. You graduate with the skills, certifications, and hands-on experience needed to start your career as an addiction and mental health worker.
Online Learning Options
Our Addiction and Mental Health Worker program is delivered through instructor-led online classes, allowing you to learn in a structured, supportive environment. You will attend live, scheduled sessions and build practical skills in mental health and addictions with guidance from experienced instructors.
Online: Remote Classes
Instructor-led classes are delivered live through scheduled online sessions.
Duration: 66 Weeks
Internship: 12 Weeks (300 Hours)
On-Campus: Classes
Instructor-led classes are conducted in person and scheduled at set times.
Duration: 54 Weeks
Internship: Not Included
Why Become a Addiction and Mental Health Worker
Create Real Change in People’s Lives
Working in addiction and mental health support allows you to help individuals rebuild stability and improve their overall well-being. You provide guidance, encouragement, and practical support as clients navigate recovery and develop healthier routines for long-term success.
Explore a Range of Work Environments
With a background in mental health and addictions, you can work in treatment centres, community agencies, outreach programs, and healthcare settings. This variety helps you gain experience across populations while strengthening your skills in addiction recovery services.
Take on Meaningful, Hands-On Work
In this role, you support care plans, facilitate group sessions, assist during crisis situations, and track client progress. Each day involves active responsibilities that build your confidence and expand your experience in mental health support and client care.
Build Skills That Grow With You
The growing field of addiction and mental health offers opportunities to advance into specialized or leadership roles. You can expand your knowledge, strengthen your counselling abilities, and continue developing skills that support long-term career growth.
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Build Your Career in Addiction and Mental Health
Turn your passion for helping others into a career that makes a difference. The Addiction and Mental Health Worker program prepares you with the skills, knowledge, and real-world experience needed to support individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. From day one, your training is focused on helping you move confidently into the workforce.
Career Opportunities After Graduation
As a graduate of the Addiction and Mental Health Worker program, you may qualify for roles such as:
- Addiction and Mental Health Support Worker
- Crisis Intervention Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Outreach Worker
- Residential or Group Home Worker
- Case Manager in addiction and mental health services
Employers Who Have Hired triOS Graduates
triOS graduates have gone on to work with organizations such as:
- Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre, Toronto
- Canadian Centre for Addictions
- National Overdose Response Service (NORS)
- Toronto Community Housing
- SUDS Addiction Centre, Hamilton
- oneROOF Youth Services, Kitchener
- Salvation Army, Toronto
- Canadian Mental Health Association, Hamilton
Support That Helps You Succeed
At triOS College, your success is our priority. From career-focused training to hands-on experience and job search support, we are committed to helping you transition from student to working professional in the field of mental health and addictions.
Why Study to Become an Addiction and Mental Health Worker at triOS College
16 Week Internship Experience
The Addiction and Mental Health Worker program includes a 12-week, 300-hour internship in a real-world setting. You will apply your skills, gain hands-on experience, and build valuable industry connections before you graduate.
2Get Certified and Stand Out
Graduate with industry-recognized certifications such as Mental Health First Aid, Trauma and Violence Informed Care, Suicide Prevention (SPRAM), and Naloxone Administration, helping you stand out to employers in mental health and addiction services.
3Career-Focused Training
This program is designed to give you the practical, job-ready skills needed for roles in addiction recovery and mental health support, so you can confidently enter the workforce after graduation.
4Ongoing Career Support
triOS College provides career services to support your job search. Get guidance on resumes, interviews, and job placement so you feel prepared to start your career as an addiction and mental health worker.
5Instructor-Led Online Learning
Learn through live, instructor-led online classes that provide structured guidance and real-time interaction with experienced professionals in the field.
6MONTHLY PROGRAM START DATES
With regular program start dates, you can begin your training sooner and take the next step toward your career without long wait times.
7Focused Learning Approach
Courses are designed to help you stay engaged and build skills progressively, so you can develop confidence as you move through the program.
Find Your Path with our Enrolment Readiness Assessment Tool
Get valuable insights into your level of enrolment readiness with the triOS College Tool.
This fun online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete, and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style, plus the training and positions you’re best suited for.
Take the Next Step Toward Your Career in Addiction and Mental Health
If you’re interested in learning more about the Addiction and Mental Health Worker program, fill out the form to get started. A Career Advisor will guide you through program details, career outcomes, and financial aid options, helping you take the next step toward a field with earning potential of $26 per hour on average and up to $38 per hour.
Source: workingincanada.gc.ca NOC Code: 42201
Wage data rounded down to the nearest dollar. Average wage represents the midpoint of earnings and may vary by region. Last updated March 2025.
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