OpenFieldCommunity Mental Health Worker Diploma Program
Two-year human services diploma focused on trauma-informed care, harm reduction strategies, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Minimum 55% in Grade 12 English 30-1 or 60% in English 30-2
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 overall with no score below 6.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Clear criminal record check and personal statement of professional ethics
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters from former employers or volunteer supervisors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Government of Alberta tuition support grants up to CAD $4,000 for eligible students
- Application fee
- CAD $155
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $5,800/year (Domestic) or CAD $15,600/year (International)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official NorQuest College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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