- Level
- 2-Year Graduate Diploma
- CIP code
- 42.2814/51.0201
- Duration
- 2 years: two graduate certificates with placement
- Field
- Mental Health and Counseling
- Institution
- Public College
- Offer speed
- Superfast Offer Speed2–3 days
Program overview
A two year twinning programme pairing two Ontario College Graduate Certificates at Mohawk: Autism and Behavioural Science in year one, on applied behaviour analysis for autism, then Brain Disorders Management in year two, on acquired brain injury and neurological rehabilitation.
The case for pairing Autism and Behavioural Science with Brain Disorders Management is that both halves sit in community health, so the pairing deepens one field rather than widening it. With Autism and Behavioural Science first and Brain Disorders Management second, this pairing starts in September only, since winter starts need cyber security or supply chain in year one.
Autism and Behavioural Science (CIP 42.2814) and Brain Disorders Management (CIP 51.0201) are both on Mohawk’s February 2026 PGWP list. IRCC can combine two eligible programmes of eight months or more, completed within two years of each other, so finishing Autism and Behavioural Science and then Brain Disorders Management can support a permit of up to three years. Mohawk says the final length is at IRCC’s sole discretion, so treat three years after the autism and brain disorders pairing as possible rather than promised. A provincial attestation letter from Ontario is needed before the autism and brain disorders pairing can support a study permit.
Applicants to the autism and brain disorders pairing need a two year college diploma or university degree, with preference for human services, psychology or health sciences, with 50 percent or above and IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0. Tuition for the autism and brain disorders pairing is recorded at CAD 17,540, so confirm whether that covers one year or both. Mohawk takes a CAD 100 application fee and the full first semester of tuition before issuing the acceptance and attestation letters for the autism and brain disorders pairing. The autism and brain disorders pairing lists two entry windows, both September starts, beginning in September 2027. Apply Study Visa manages the application for the autism and brain disorders pairing, the payment to Mohawk, the attestation letter and your study permit as one process.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: A two year college diploma or university degree, with preference for human services, psychology or health sciences, at the percentage stated for this programme.
- English (meet any one): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0; TOEFL iBT 83 with no section minimum; PTE Academic 58 with no band below 51; or the Duolingo English Test at 115 with no band below 105.
- Application and payment: Mohawk charges a non-refundable CAD 100 application fee. Full first semester tuition must be paid before Mohawk issues the letter of acceptance and the provincial attestation letter. If your study permit is refused, Mohawk refunds tuition paid less a CAD 250 administrative fee, provided you apply within 60 days of the programme start date and upload the refusal letter.
- Scholarship: No entrance scholarship is recorded against this programme. Mohawk runs awards and bursaries for enrolled students, but they are competitive and not guaranteed, so budget the full tuition.
- Additional requirement: A police check and communicable disease screening are required before placement, and an unpardoned criminal conviction can block entry to placement. Year two (Brain Disorders Management) asks for a two year college diploma or university degree in community or health services, so check that your background suits both certificates, not only the first.
- Work rights: Both certificates are on Mohawk’s PGWP list (42.2814/51.0201). IRCC can combine two eligible programmes of at least eight months each, completed within two years of each other, for a permit of up to three years, at its discretion. A PGWP also requires a language test at CLB 5 in all four abilities for college credentials, taken within two years of applying. This is separate from the English test you need for admission. No open work permit for a spouse or partner, since IRCC now limits those to master, doctoral and select professional programmes.
- Study permit: Apply Study Visa prepares the attestation letter request, the financial evidence and the Canadian study permit submission with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- Instructor Therapist: autism services
- Behaviour Therapist: clinics
- ABA Therapist: private agencies
- Rehabilitation Therapist: rehabilitation centres
- Case Manager: brain injury services
- Educational Support Worker: school boards
Reality check: Two certificates give you a wider choice of first jobs, but employers in brain disorders management still look for placement experience.
About Mohawk College - Fennell
- Type
- College
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.5
- Established
- 1966
- Reference No.
- O19376045902
