Bachelor of Child and Family Psychology with International Qualification

The Bachelor Child and Family Psychology with International Qualification program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological development and well-being of children and families. Through a combination of theoretical coursework, practical training, and research opportunities, students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to support and promote the mental health of children and families in a community setting. The program covers topics such as child development, family psychology, basic intervention techniques, and ethical considerations in working with children and families. Graduates of this program will be prepared for careers in child and family advocacy, counseling, education, community development, research, and other related fields. Students will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Psychology with an international qualification from Camosun College.

By the end of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate Miriam College’s core values to seamlessly blend Filipino cultural principles with a global perspective, enabling adept leadership, authentic engagement, and selfless service to diverse communities.
• Demonstrate the capability to discuss and analyze the major theories and concepts in psychology.
• Demonstrate capability for self-reflection and independent learning in various professional contexts.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct basic psychosocial services (i.e., psychological first aid, basic therapeutic interventions).
• Use principles of social justice as a foundation for practice and to enhance the quality of life of children, youth, adults and families.
• Work effectively and proactively within groups, systems and organizations to enhance the quality of services and resources for children, youth and adults.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of integrated support plans for children, youth and adults.
• Demonstrate interpersonal competence and establish and maintain positive working relationships with and between individuals, families, community partners and the systems that support them.
• Use knowledge of human and social development across the lifespan to effectively support children, youth, adults and families
• Collaborate with others to support children, youth and adults with diverse and changing emotional, physical and health care needs
• Practice ethically and responsibly and demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional accountability.