Indigenous Peoples in Canada: Past/Present/ Future

3 credits · Graduate

This course examines the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada its and current and future impacts on Indigenous children and youth. A particular focus is on the importance and knowledge of traditional family systems, parental attachment and evolving methods and practices. Discussions also include managing personal issues in professional practice, self-care and the intersection of Indigenous and Western frameworks for physical and mental health. Prerequisite(s): BSW, Bachelor of Child and Youth Care or other bachelor-level degree subject to Chair approval