George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
Learn to foster resilience and growth
As the first nationally accredited program in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area by the Child and Youth Care Educational Accreditation Board of Canada, our child and youth care programs will teach you how to effectively work with and support children, youth and their families.
Program Features and Benefits
- Gain real-world experience through two field placements
- Develop practical skills rooted in core CYC values
- Study in a nationally accredited program
- Graduate with an advanced diploma
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Apply Now and Start in September 2026
Child and Youth Care (C133)
Apply to this stream if you are direct out of high school or are a mature student. This is a three-year program that starts in September. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
Apply Now and Start in May 2027
Child and Youth Care (Accelerated) (C153)
Apply to this program stream if you have a two or three year diploma or a three or four year degree. This program runs for 12 consecutive months. To start in May 2026, apply to the 2026/27 academic year. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
Contact us
School of Social & Community Services
(Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2185
Email: communityservices@georgebrown.ca
Child & Youth Care Program Co-ordinator
Judy Masters cycoordinators@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown Polytechnic, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or long distance 1-800-265-2002.