Bachelor of Social Science – Addictions and Mental Health

Humber’s Bachelor of Social Science - Addictions and Mental Health program provides you with degree-level education and the knowledge and skills required to work in this field. From a biopsychosocial perspective, our program focuses on the impact of biological, psychological, social, historical, economic and political forces on addictions and mental health and examines the opportunities for prevention, harm reduction and recovery. Students are encouraged to critically analyze systemic issues and develop and apply skills in counselling, case management, community and program development. Courses in the first year are part of the common platform with other degrees at Humber offered in the field of social science. In the second year of study, students immerse themselves in addictions and mental health courses that include research writing, pharmacology, Indigenous and diverse perspectives, equity and inclusion, assessment, and counselling. This solid foundation of theory and application is followed by two years of further in-depth study in trauma, ethics, advanced counselling, contemporary issues and inter-professional collaboration. Overall, the program emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, leadership/management and professional practice.