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Program Policy
April 2018
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Table of Contents
1. Admission to the BREM Program 3
1.1. Eligibility 3
1.2. Application to the Program 4
1.3. Integrity 5
1.4. Application Review 6
1.5. Admissions Assessment 6
1.6. Acceptance to the program 7
1.7. Entry to the Registration Stream 8
1.8. Review of Admission Policy
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2. Program Streams
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3. Tuition Fees and Payments
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4. Program Culture 11
4.1. Inclusive behaviour 11
4.2. Professional and Ethical Behaviour 12
4.3. Professional Appearance
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5. Channels of Communication 13
5.1. Addressing Program-related questions and concerns 13
5.2. Letters and Correspondence
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6. Services Available to Participants
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7. Facilities Available to Participants
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8. Attendance and Program Hours 15
8.1. Attending the in-class portion of the BREM program 15
8.2. Attending the supervised placement portion of the BREM program
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9. Academic Performance 17
9.1. Method of performance evaluation 17
9.2. Progression of Academic Success in the Program
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10. Supervised Placement 22
10.1. Conditions for Securing a Supervised Placement 22
10.2. Additional Placement Agency Requirements 23
10.3. Liability Insurance and Worker's Compensation Coverage (WSIB) 23
10.4. Supervised Placement Time Expectations 23
10.5. Absences During Supervised Placement 24
10.6. Professional Conduct During Supervised Placement 24
10.7. Conditions for Successful Completion of the Supervised Placement 25
10.8. Termination of Placement
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11. Program Completion
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12. Termination of the Program 26
12.1. Termination by BREM Program 26
12.2. Disciplinary Action and Program Termination by BREM Program 27
12.3. Program termination by Participant
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13. Security, Health and Safety 30
13.1. Security 30
13.2. Health and Safety
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Appendix A: Re-Admission Remedial Learning Plan
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1. Admission to the BREM Program
The BREM program prepares internationally trained mental health professionals to integrate into the
mental health workforce of Ontario through two optional program streams: preparation for
employment (E) and preparation for professional registration and employment (R). The terms of
admission to the program are guided by our funder’s requirements (the Government of Ontario), and
by our Program goal – maximizing the chances of successful completion of the Program by all
participants. In order to maintain high standards of program delivery, admission is restricted to 25
onsite participants in each of our cohorts, and up to 10 distance participants (starting Sep 2018). Final
approval of applicants is granted by the Program after careful examination of applicants’ files and a
two-staged screening process.
1.1. Eligibility
Participants applying to the BREM program will be required to demonstrate that they meet the
following eligibility criteria:
A. Post-secondary education in psychology or a related field where a significant component is
mental health (e.g., counselling, social work, medicine with specialization in psychiatry or
psychotherapy, psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy focusing on mental health, divinity).
The applicant’s post-secondary education must be evaluated as equivalent to a four-year
Canadian Bachelor’s Degree, at the minimum.
Note: Applicants with a degree in medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, speech and
language pathology, divinity, education and any other degree that isn’t directly related to
psychology, must have a significant educational component related to mental health (minimum
100 hours). Supporting evidence might be required, such as transcripts, course outlines, detailed
description of job responsibilities etc.
B. A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in psychotherapy, counselling or
community mental health outside of Canada and the US.
C. Sufficient language skills (across all four language domains – reading, writing, listening, speaking)
based on the following examinations (or equivalent):
a. CLBPT - score of 7
b. TOEFL score of 80
c. IELTS score of 6.5
d. CELBAN score of 7
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e. CELPIP score of 7
D. Immigration status:
Eligible to apply: Citizens, permanent residents, convention refugees, refugee claimants.
Not eligible to apply: Temporary foreign workers, international students (student visa) and
visitors to Canada.
1.2. Application to the Program
Given that we are not a degree granting program, we wish to ensure that all applicants understand the
scope, the limitations and the potential outcomes of BREM. Interested applicants will:
1) Attend an information session and/or review program information on the BREM website.
2) Complete the Application to the BREM Program form (e-submission on the website).
Note: Applicants will not be requested to select a program stream upon application to the
program. Stream selection will be completed by week six (6) of the program.
3) Prior to the final application deadline, submit the following documentation in support of their
application:
a. Credentials assessment performed through one of the following recognized agencies:
i. University of Toronto (CES)
ii. World Education Service (WES)*
iii. International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS)
iv. Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW)
v. Medical Council of Canada: for medically qualified applicants, a letter must be
submitted with the conclusion of assessment
* Note: applicants who wish to register with CRPO upon program completion,
will need to obtain WES assessment, as per CRPO requirements.
At minimum, the credential assessment must show equivalency to a four-year Bachelor’s
degree in Canada. Candidates with training and experience not in psychology but in a
related field (e.g., medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, child and family services,
divinity) must provide BREM with substantial evidence of relevant education and recent
work experience in mental health (supporting evidence might be required, such as
transcripts, course outlines, detailed description of job responsibilities etc.).
b. Resumé and cover letter. In the cover letter, applicants should write about their
reasons for applying to the program, their career expectations and anything else they
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feel is relevant to the application.
c. Proof of previous employment in the field of mental health (outside of Canada and the
US) – Applicants have two options for documentation:
i. Submit employment verification letter(s) from work supervisors in the
country of origin (or elsewhere, outside of Canada), that confirm the applicant’s
ability to provide counselling services in the field of mental health. The letters
must include:
• employer’s official letterhead,
• reference’s name, position and contact information,
• the period of employment, and
• a detailed description of responsibilities1.
Please note: The BREM Program reserves the right to request an Employment
History Verification Check if the reference letters were found to provide
insufficient information.
OR
ii. If the applicant is unable to produce a letter of employment verification due to
circumstances not in his/her control (e.g., the organization no longer exists,
conflict zone, etc.), the applicant will submit a sworn affidavit with detailed
description of previous employment in the field.
d. A valid English language assessment document/report.
e. Evidence of eligibility to work in Ontario - Immigration documentation may include one
of the following: citizenship card, permanent residence card, convention refugee status,
refugee claim document.
1.3. Integrity
BREM values honesty and integrity. Applicants are expected to conduct themselves accordingly. The
submission of false, incomplete or misleading information, or any omission that may result in a false or
misleading conclusion, constitutes misconduct and grounds for refusal or termination.
1.4. Application Review
1 General practitioners providing medical counselling for patients on a variety of medical conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, stroke or other diseases, are not eligible for the program, even if some of their clients presented mental health conditions.
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All complete applications, containing all required supporting documentation, will be formally reviewed by
the Program or its delegates, within ten business days of the final submission deadline. Should the
number of eligible applicants to the Program exceed the Program’s capacity (25 participants per
cohort), applications will be ranked, with priority given to those candidates who exceed minimum
requirements with regards to academic preparation, work experience and English language fluency.
Assessors will also consider the fit between applicant goals and expectations, as expressed in the cover
letter and the application form, and the goals and deliverables of the two Bridge Training Program streams.
Based on this ranking of applications, the Program will select qualifying candidates to participate in an
Admission Assessment. A letter of invitation (by email) will explain the written assignment and the
interview process, and provide the criteria for evaluation.
1.5. Admission Assessment
The Admission Assessment carries an administrative fee of $100. This fee is non-refundable and it will be
paid by the applicant prior to attending the written assessment.
The admissions assessment consists of two parts:
a) Written assignment that includes profession-specific reading, writing and listening components,
as well as computer use for basic tasks. This assignment will provide applicants with an
opportunity to demonstrate their:
• ability to clearly communicate opinions,
• ability to analyze situations in writing,
• comprehension of professional oral presentations
• comprehension of professional literature, and
• ability to use basic computer skills (e.g., conduct a web search, write and send an email
with attachments, perform basic tasks on Word document).
Outcomes:
• Applicants who were able to demonstrate the minimum required level of professional
communication will be invited to proceed to the interview.
• Applicants who were unable to demonstrate the minimum required level of professional
communication, will not be invited to proceed with the interview.
• Applicants who were unable to demonstrate the minimum required level of computer
literacy but passed all other screening components, will be required to take formal
training on computer skills and provide evidence to the program on improved skills.
b) One-hour interview that will explore the applicant’s professional experience and interests,
personal and professional goals, readiness for the program, as well ass essential professional
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knowledge, skills and attitudes required for mental health practice. Applicants will also be
encouraged to raise any questions or concerns they may have over the participation in the
program.
1.6. Acceptance to the program
All applicants will be notified of the admission decision in writing (by email). Applicants will receive one of
the following:
• Offer of admission – This document includes a notification of acceptance to the program
(without specification of program stream) and provides initial information on the upcoming
cohort (e.g., start date, program calendar, program policies). Applicants will sign the letter of
admission, confirming their understanding of and commitment to fulfill all program
requirements, and return the signed letter to the Program.
• Conditional offer of admission - This document includes a notification of conditional
acceptance to the program, detailing the conditions and timelines that must be met in order to
qualify for the program (e.g., completion of a language test/course, submission of a delayed
document such as credential assessment, employment verification letter, landing status,
completion of computer literacy course, etc.). It also provides initial information on the
upcoming cohort (e.g., start date, program calendar, program policies), in the event that all
required conditions are met. Applicants will sign the letter of admission, confirming their
understanding of and commitment to fulfill all listed conditions, and return the signed letter to
the Program.
• A letter of decline due to high number of qualified applicants - This document includes a
notification of decline as well as information on the applicant’s position on the waiting list. This
letter will be sent to applicants who were found generally eligible for the program, but having a
lower score on language, education, experience and/or performance in the admissions process
in comparison to other applicants. Applicants on the waiting list may be invited to join the
program no later than the end of the 1st day of studies, should a spot be made available.
• A letter of decline due to incompatibility with the program - This document includes a
notification of decline. This letter will be sent to applicants who were found incompatible with
the BREM program. Letters of decline will offer unsuccessful applicants the opportunity to meet
with our Educational and Placement Counsellor to receive feedback and discuss ways to become
eligible for future intakes or explore alternative paths to meeting their career goals. Unsuccessful
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candidates may reapply to the program at a later date once they were able to remediate
identified gaps.
Note: All decisions of the Program are final. The Program reserves the right to disqualify any applicant
deemed ineligible for BREM.
1.7. Entry to the Registration Stream
The BREM Registration Stream is designed to bridge internationally trained professionals who have
practiced psychology or psychotherapy in the past into psychotherapy practice in Ontario. It is NOT
designed to re-train people who have never practiced psychotherapy. For that reason, and because
Stream R prepares participants to register with CRPO, entering Stream R will require participants to
provide the program with evidence of the following:
a) Master’s degree in the field or equivalent (a combination of education and significant
experience in psychotherapy)
b) Having a minimum of 200 hours of post-secondary education relevant to the provision of
psychotherapy2
c) Having a minimum of 125 Direct Client Hours (providing psychotherapy)
d) Strongly recommended: Having a minimum of 30 hours of clinical supervision
Please note: Although BREM has made every attempt to align program content to requirements of the
College of Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO), a final decision as to an applicant’s fulfillment of
registration requirements and interpretation of those requirements rests entirely with the College.
Participants are urged to check with the College (www.crpo.ca) regarding their own qualifications and
whether this or any program is sufficient to meet competency requirements.
1.8. Review of Admission Policy
The admissions policy will be reviewed annually and is subject to change. All major changes will be
approved by the Project Advisory Committee. The admissions policy is a public document. An
updated copy of the admissions policy will be posted on the Program website.
2 CRPO requires a minimum of 360 hours. BREM program will provide participants with a minimum of 200 training hours in the field, therefore the requirement is for a minimum of 200 hours.
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2. Program Streams
The BREM Program offers two program streams as described in the image below.
Preparation for Employment Stream (E): This program spans over a minimum of 9 months (depending
on the availability and duration of the supervised placement). It provides over 400 academic training
hours (5 days per week), four professional certifications highly valued by employers in Ontario, 4-6
months of supervised placement in community agencies with program placement supports, mentoring
and job search supports. The main goal of this stream: Preparing participants to find meaningful
employment in the field of mental health.
Preparation for Registration and Employment stream (R): This program spans over a minimum of 14
months. It provides additional academic curriculum (over 600 hours in total), four professional
certifications highly valued by employers in Ontario, six months of supervised placement, 30 hours of
Safe and Effective Use of Self seminar, 50 hours of Group Clinical Supervision, mentoring and job search
supports. The main goal of this stream: Preparing participants for application to the College of
Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and for meaningful employment in the field.
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Program participants will be required to select their program stream and notify the Program in writing
(email) of their decision by end of week six (6) of the program. This will allow the Program to support
participants in Stream E to find supervised placements in a timely manner, as well as evaluate the
eligibility of participants to proceed with Stream R.
3. Tuition Fees and Payments3
Program tuition fees will vary based on the participant’s selected program stream and OACCPP annual
membership fee cycle, as follows:
Participants in Stream E will pay a total fee of $950.
Participants in Stream R will pay a fee between $2,335 and $2,835 depending on electives.
Program fees will cover the following:
Program components Program
Stream Timing of Payment Fees Paid to
OACCPP Professional Association
Membership (non-refundable*)
E+R First day of the
program
$250
(as of Apr 2018)
MNLCT
Professional certifications (ASIST,
OCAN - non-refundable**)
E+R First day of the
program
$270 MNLCT
Online course on ethical practice
in Ontario - CRPO Jurisprudence
E+R First day of the
program
$70 CRPO
CPR E+R By end of Week 8 $70 Training
agency
Liability insurance*** E+R Before the start date of
the placement
$250
(as of Apr 2018)
Insurance
company
Vulnerable Sector Police Check
(in participant’s residential
region)
E+R Before the start date of
the placement
(costs vary;
around
$25)
Police
dept.
Courses on Applied
Psychotherapy Practice in ON
and Management of Private
Practice
R First day of Semester 2 $1,200 MNLCT
SEUS seminar R By end of Semester 2 $200 MNLCT
3 Please note, program fees are subject to minor changes based on market rates of program components.
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Group Clinical Supervision
(optional)
R By end of Semester 2 $500 MNLCT
* Participants who already have a membership with OACCPP and a valid Liability Insurance will be
exempted from this fee. Please note: The liability insurance must be valid until the last day of the
Supervised Placement as per Program calendar. It is the participant’s responsibility to communicate
directly with their insurance company and to provide the Program with relevant documentation over
the first week of the program.
** Participants who have completed one or more of these certifications outside the Program, will be
exempted of paying for the completed component(s). Participants will provide the Program with
certificate(s) of completion to be exempted from payment. There will be no further payment
exemptions after Week 11 of the Program.
*** Liability insurance is normally paid to the insurance company for a full year (about $250). However,
if the participant wishes to terminate the insurance upon placement completion, the insurance
company will issue a refund for the remaining period (about $120).
All payments to the Program will be made in cash or by cheque made to Mennonite New Life Centre of
Toronto. Participants will not be required to purchase textbooks.
4. Program Culture
The purpose of this policy is to: 1) create an equitable and inclusive learning environment where
everyone involved with the BREM program (participants, program staff, Centre staff, placement agency
staff and clients) feel respected, supported, valued and appreciated, and 2) ensure participants’
complete understanding of their commitment, rights and responsibilities related to participation and
successful completion of the BREM Program.
To this end, all Participants will be expected to uphold the following standards:
4.1. Inclusive behaviour
In keeping with the vision and mission of the Mennonite New Life Centre, the BREM program will not
accept discriminatory behaviours for any reason such as ethnicity, race/colour, religion/creed, political
opinion, country of origin, immigration status, age, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic class,
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family status, type of housing, neighbourhood of residence, language, and ability. All BREM participants
are expected to:
• Treat all others with respect and professionalism at all times.
• Never use oppressive language or exhibit discriminatory behaviours, in or outside the classroom
or Placement.
To prepare participants for the workplace and to foster an inclusive classroom environment where all
participants have equal access to learning opportunities, participants are requested to communicate
with instructors and peers in English.
4.2. Professional and Ethical Behaviour
Being adult professionals, all BREM participants are expected to maintain professional and ethical
behaviour at all times. BREM participants are expected to:
• Maintain integrity of their academic work (independent work, no plagiarism)
• Maintain integrity of communication (all information provided to the program must be correct
and truthful)
• Maintain confidentiality as related to other participants and agency clients.
• Safeguard the well-being of agency clients.
• Take personal responsibility for reviewing and understanding all BREM program policies.
• Take personal responsibility for the learning process (keep up with all instructed materials,
complete all assignments on time, actively participate in interactive classroom activities, etc.)
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with peers, staff and clients.
• Refrain from offering personal gifts to Program or Centre staff.
• Accept and provide feedback in a respectful, professional manner.
• Respect program activity times and deadlines (arrive on time, leave on time, submit all
assignments and requested documents on time, keep all scheduled meetings with Program
staff, Placement staff and clients).
• Accept personal responsibility for the consequences of own actions.
• Explore and address differences that may lead to conflict; use a respectful approach to resolve
conflicts.
• Maintain professional behaviour during and around class time. For example:
o Use Personal Electronic Devices in a way that is respectful for the learning environment.
o Refrain from engaging in activities that are unrelated to the learning taking place in the
classroom.
o Use all common spaces, such as corridors, kitchen and bathrooms in a safe manner.
Refrain from crowding or blocking access.
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o Clean and place utensils and dishware back in the appropriate drawers/cupboards in the
kitchen.
o Be responsible for your own and your classmates’ personal belongings.
• Use appropriate electronic communication (netiquette):
o Be transparent: the purpose of your message or post should be evident to your
audience.
o Engage in thoughtful and respectful dialogue, correct misinformation, delete vulgar or
irrelevant postings and do not engage in heated arguments.
o Consider your content carefully: Once you post, it is nearly impossible to take it back.
o Once posted online, any photo or video can be shared, copied and/or manipulated. You
may not be able to control how a photo or video is used by others. If you share the
photos or videos, please take steps to ensure that you have permission from people
within the media content and ask yourself, “What purpose does this have?” “Why am I
sharing this photo or video”? “Who might get hurt by it?”
o Always remember BREM / MNLCT policies and guidelines: Your presence on any channel
reflects the program, agency, your current cohort, program Alumni and future Alumni.
Oppressive, unprofessional or unethical behaviour by a participant may lead to termination from the
program.
4.3. Professional Appearance
In preparation for future employment, we encourage participants to practice culturally appropriate self-
care and dress in a manner representing the common Canadian workplace environment. Participants
are encouraged to:
• Be neat and clean, including teeth hygiene, fingernails, face, hair and shoes.
• Eliminate body odour (smells of sweat, food, smoking, etc.)
• Avoid using perfume, cologne or fragrant deodorant, since many Canadian workplaces are
scent-free due to allergies and sensitivities.
• Follow professional business casual dress code (e.g., slacks/denim pants, shirts, sweaters, skirts,
dresses, etc.). Avoid excessive use of jewellery or clothing that is ripped or printed with
inappropriate language.
5. Channels of Communication
5.1. Addressing Program-related questions and concerns
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Participants will address all Program-related questions and concerns with the appropriate BREM
staff member as follows:
• Administrative and facility-related matters – Administrative Coordinator
• Supervised Placement and career supports matters – Educational and Placement Counsellor
(and the Placement Supervisor during the placement period)
• Academic content and class scheduling issues (BREM) – Instructors
• Connectivity and other online-related matters – IT Coordinator
• Social media related matters – Outreach and Communications Coordinator
Note: CRPO-related matters (e.g., CRPO procedures and requirements) – The program will not
address or respond to queries or complaints related to ongoing CRPO operations. Participants
will address these matters with CRPO Office of the Registrar.
In the event that an amicable solution is not achieved, the issue must be brought up to the Program
Manager, preferably in writing (email). Participants will not attempt to address their issues with MNLCT
staff, unless it is directly related to individual services participants are receiving from the Centre (e.g.
settlement, mental health supports, etc.).
In the event that participants are not able to address the issue with Program Staff or Manager, then a
complaint can be escalated to the Executive Director, MNLCT, by submitting a letter of appeal.
5.2. Letters and Correspondence
Participants who require a letter will contact the Program Manager by email a week ahead of the letter
deadline, clearly explaining the requirement. Participants will email their detailed request ahead of time
even if they have arranged to meet the Program Manager in person.
6. Services Available to Participants
The following services are offered to all BREM participants:
1) Wi-Fi: Participants will be given access to the MNLCT online network and to classroom
computers to be used for learning purposes. Participants will refrain from using MNLCT’s
network and computers for private, BREM-unrelated activities.
2) In-class library: Participants will be given access to a selection of textbooks, CDs and print
materials stored in the classroom. Books will be signed out by Participants through the
program’s Administrative Coordinator for up to one week with option for renewal. Participants
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will be charged at cost+20% replacement fees for items that were not returned to the library by
the end of the in-class portion of the Program.
3) Services with the MNLCT: Participants will be able to become members of MNLCT and gain
access to all Centre services such as settlement services, citizenship classes, employment
services and mental health supports.
4) Access to pro-bono legal clinic: Participants will be able to access free lawyer consultation
services (initial consultation) through our partner organization, the People’s Church.
5) Membership with the Program Alumni Association: All Program graduates will be invited to
join the BREM Alumni Association, which will provide them with expanded networks and
continuing education opportunities.
7. Facilities Available to Participants
The following facilities are available for the use of BREM Participants during the first semester of in-class
studies:
• Classroom that includes computer stations, central media device, study area, kitchenette area
and individual storage area. The kitchenette area in the classroom offers participants access to a
kettle and a microwave, a storage area for dishes and non-perishable food items, and self-serve
coffee & tea area. Participants will be encouraged to supply the classroom kitchenette with non-
perishable food items (cookies, snacks), coffee and tea to be used by the cohort for the duration
of the first semester.
It is the participants’ responsibility to tidy the classroom at the end of the class day, including
putting away chairs.
Please note: The MNLCT is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Participants are advised not
to leave valuables unattended.
• Two washrooms are available for the use of MNLCT Centre staff, BREM staff and participants.
Both washrooms are cleaned daily. It is the participants’ responsibility to:
o leave clean surfaces after each use, and
o throw paper towels and hygiene products into the garbage bin (please DO NOT flush
these items down the toilet).
• Staff Kitchen – BREM participants may use the staff kitchen for limited purposes (e.g., to fill up
the kettle with water, store a container with food for lunch with clearly marked name). It is the
participants’ responsibility to:
o leave clean surfaces (table, countertop, sink) after each use,
o wash any dishes used that day (not leaving dirty dishes in the sink), and
o remove all stored food in the fridge at the end of the day.
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• Parking - Participants will receive a parking pass, allowing them to park in the close vicinity of
MNLCT. Parking in prohibited areas will result in a ticket. Parking during the supervised
placement will be arranged separately with the hosting agency.
Note: BREM Participants will not have access to the photocopier at the Mennonite New Life Centre. All
personal photocopying must be done off-site.
8. Attendance and Program Hours
8.1. Attending the in-class portion of the BREM program
The first semester of the Program will run Monday to Friday, 9:00am-1:30pm, with a 30-minute break
for lunch. There will be one hour 1-1 scheduled appointments made with the Placement Counsellor
throughout Semester 1 to ensure proper Placement Preparation. Additionally, participants will have to
dedicate 1-2 hours daily outside of class time to complete assignments and online learning. Detailed
program calendar will be provided to the Participants on the first day of the program. Being present in
the classroom is essential to learning and to the success of the participants integrating into employment
in mental health in Ontario. For this reason, 80% attendance is required for completion of the program,
additionally to demonstration of professional competence.
Recording attendance during the in-class phase of the program will be conducted as follows:
• Participants will sign the daily attendance sheet upon arrival.
• The attendance sign-in sheet will be collected 15 minutes after start of class (9:15am) and taken
to Program Office. A participant who arrives past the sheet collection time will sign it at the
Program Office, noting the time of arrival.
• A participant who needs to leave class prior to the end of class time, will sign out at the Program
Office or have the instructor record his/her early departure.
Late arrivals or early departures compromise the participant’s learning process and are disruptive to class
activities. Late arrivals or early departures that were not approved by the Program ahead of time will be
counted as full days of absence.
Failure to meet the 80% attendance requirement for each of the program components is grounds for
denying participants access to placements (Stream E) and/or Semester 2 (stream R).
In the case of prolonged absence due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances, the participant must
provide the Administrative Coordinator with a note from a physician whenever possible, or a written self-
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declaration. Participants who have missed a substantial amount of in-class time during the course of an
approved absence (normally considered to be 10% or more of any program component4) will be required
to demonstrate knowledge of the missed materials to the Program. The method(s) for demonstration of
knowledge will be determined by the Program. Failure to meet the 80% attendance requirement,
regardless of cause or approval, is grounds for denying participants access to placements (Stream E) or to
Semester 2 courses (Stream R).
The BREM Program Manager reserves the right to suspend terminate a participant from the program
when there are more than three unexcused absences.
8.2. Attending the supervised placement portion of the BREM program:
Preparation for Employment stream (Stream E)
The supervised placement portion of Stream E includes the following components:
Program Component Minimum required attendance
Supervised placement at an agency (4-6 months) 350 hours
Placement Seminar (mandatory; a total of 15 hours) 10 hours
Job Search Workshops (mandatory, through JobStart) 5 full day sessions
One on one mentoring (mandatory, through JobStart) 18 hours
4 Refer to your course calendar for number of hours for each component.
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Preparation for Registration and Employment stream (Stream R)
The supervised placement portion of Stream R includes the following components:
Program Component Minimum required attendance
Supervised placement at an agency (6 months) 450 hours
SEUS Seminar (a total of 30 hours) 27 hours
Small Group Clinical Supervision (a total of 50 hours; optional and
pending availability*)
30 hours
Job Search Workshops (mandatory, through JobStart) 5 full day sessions
One on one mentoring (mandatory, through JobStart) 18 hours
* Although the Small Group Clinical Supervision is optional, once the participant chooses to take part,
a non-refundable fee of $500 will be paid to the Program and a minimum of 30 hours of attendance
will be required. This component will be made available to participants who will not have access to
CRPO qualified clinical supervisor in their placement. Other Stream R participants may join the group
pending space availability.
9. Academic Performance
9.1. Method of performance evaluation
BREM Program participants are expected to demonstrate sufficient competency on all major
competency categories, as detailed in the Program Competency Rubric (available on SharePoint under
“Academic Performance”). A competency rubric includes categories of professional knowledge, skills
and behaviours that are required for effective and safe practice in the field of mental health in Ontario.
The BREM rubric is based on the CRPO competency framework, though it serves both Program streams.
Each competency has four levels of performance:
4 = Advanced (highly competent; ready to perform in advanced level positions)
3 = Satisfactory (sufficiently competent; ready to practice at entry level positions)
2 = Emerging (not competent enough; further development required)
1 = Insufficient (very low level of competency; significant development required)
Each of the performance levels is described in the rubric to provide a better idea to both participants
and instructors on the types of skills and behaviours related to that level of competency. For example:
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Competency Competency Level
Advanced (4) Satisfactory (3) Emerging (2) Insufficient (1)
Communicate
respectfully with others
at all times
Consistently
communicates in a
respectful, positive and
constructive manner
with everyone; fosters
inclusive and respectful
environment
Communicates in a
respectful and
constructive manner at
all times and with
everyone
Sometimes
communicates in a way
that may be perceived as
disrespectful, negative
and non-constructive,
with some or most
people
Communicates mostly in
a disrespectful and
negative manner with
some or all people
All academic and non-academic performance of the participant, will be recorded in the Competency
Rubric by Program instructors and staff. Each competency will be assessed several times through
different curricular components, allowing the participant to improve throughout the program, and the
Program to assess participant’s consistency and progression.
Participants’ performance will be monitored throughout the semester by the Program Manager and the
Education and Placement Counsellor to establish readiness for supervised placement.
Completion of assignments:
Participants must complete and submit all course assignments within the allotted time. Deadline
extension must be negotiated with and approved by the instructor or the program manager (in case of
the instructor’s absence). Assignments submitted after the deadline will be marked down at the
discretion of the instructor. Should the participant fail to submit all course assignments, the program
reserves the right to terminate participant’s participation in the program.
Minimum passing grade:
Since competencies are not “academic marks”, the program uses a double-pronged approach to make
the final decision on “pass/fail”:
1) Calculating the average score of each of the major competency categories, with a minimum
level of 3 (Satisfactory) as the “pass” indicator. This calculation will not be purely mathematical,
as the Program will take into consideration participant’s demonstrated improvement
throughout the semester, i.e. if the participant demonstrates consistent improvement, lower
scores in early stages of the semester will not be considered for the final score.
2) Assessing performance on specific competencies that are critical to effective and safe
functioning in the program and later on in the profession. Consistent failure in one or more of
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the following competencies (across courses) will create grounds for removal from the program,
regardless of overall average:
Critical competencies related to professional knowledge:
• Demonstrate knowledge of contextual and systemic factors that facilitate or impair
human functioning and the understanding of how human problems develop, based on a
theoretical orientation
• Integrate knowledge of psychopathology; integrate the theory or theories upon which
the therapist's practice is based
• Integrate knowledge of key concepts common to all psychotherapy practice.
Critical competencies related to critical thinking:
• Analyze information critically; determine the applicability of information to particular
clinical situations; and, develop content with breadth and depth.
• Content of writing matches the purpose of the document; determine the applicability of
information to particular situation.
Critical competencies related to professional standards and legal frameworks in Ontario:
• Understand and apply all relevant legal frameworks related to the practice of mental
health in Ontario
Critical competencies related to professional communication:
• Demonstrate skill in Internet and Email
• Demonstrate skill in the use of layout, design and formatting features using Office 365
processing tools
• Use clear and concise oral communication
• Use clear pronunciation to communicate effectively
• Use Clear and concise written communication
Critical competencies related to professional behaviour:
• Communicate respectfully with others at all times
• Maintain appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
• Recognize and address conflict in a constructive manner.
• Create and sustain working relationships with all staff and peers.
• Collaborate with peers
• Effectively manage time
• Actively participate in all relevant professional development activities.
• Demonstrate personal and professional integrity.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality
• Accept responsibility for course of action taken.
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• Produce quality work with independent contributions and/or reflective content; show
personal, interpersonal, ethical and legal understanding of work ethics
• Maintain fitness to practice.
• Maintain personal hygiene and appropriate professional presentation.
• Undertake critical self-reflection and identify professional strengths and areas for
development.
• Obtain feedback from peers, instructors and staff to assist in self-reflection and change;
act on the feedback
• Maintain positive attitude towards work and change
9.2. Progression of academic success in the program
See the chart below for a description of the progression of academic success in the program.
Required performance for Stream E
Semester 1
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Participants who meet the minimum competency requirement (Satisfactory) for all Semester 1
components, will proceed with finding a Supervised Placement.
Participants who fail to meet minimum competency requirements by mid-term, will not be moving
forward with Placement search. The Program Manager and the Educational and Placement Counsellor
will communicate this decision with the participant no later than week 10 of Semester 1. From this point
on, there will be two possible outcomes:
• Participant improved significantly and reached the minimum competency requirement by
the end of the semester - The Program will initiate the Placement search. This process may
result in delayed placement timelines for the participant but will not prohibit participation in
other components of the program (certifications, job-search workshop, mentoring).
• Participant failed to meet Program minimum competency requirement – Participant will be
allowed to complete all semester 1 activities and the external certifications that follow
Semester 1, but will not proceed to a supervised placement or any other Program
component offered in Semester 2. The Participant will be allowed to re-apply for the
following program cohort, using the Re-Application procedure as described in Section 12 of
this document.
Supervised Placement
Participants who meet minimum Placement competency requirements by the end of the supervised
placement, will be awarded a Certificate for Program Completion.
Participants who fail to meet minimum Placement competency requirements by the end of the
supervised placement, will be awarded a Certificate for the Completion of Academic Program
Components (i.e. Semester 1). The Program will not be responsible for finding the participant another
placement.
Required performance for Stream R
Semester 1
Participants who meet the minimum competency requirements by end of Semester 1, will proceed with
Semester 2 courses while seeking a Supervised Placement.
Participants who fail to meet minimum competency requirements by mid-term of Semester 1, will not
be moving forward with Placement search, and will not be allowed to proceed with Semester 2 courses.
The Program Manager and the Educational and Placement Counsellor will communicate this decision
with the participant no later than week 10 of Semester 1. From this point on, there will be two possible
outcomes:
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• Participant improved significantly and reached the minimum competency requirement by
the end of Semester 1 - The Program will initiate the Placement search and allow
progression to Semester 2, pending eligibility (see section 1.7).
• Participant failed to meet Program minimum competency requirement – Participant will be
allowed to complete all semester 1 activities and the external certifications that follow
Semester 1, but will not proceed with Semester 2, supervised placement or any other
Program component offered following Semester 1. The Participant will be allowed to re-
apply for the following program cohort, using the Re-Application procedure as described in
Section 12 of this document.
Supervised Placement
Participants who meet minimum Placement competency requirements by the end of the supervised
placement, and complete 30 hours of the SEUS Seminar will be awarded a Certificate for Program
Completion.
Participants who fail to meet minimum Placement competency requirements by the end of the
supervised placement, will be awarded a Certificate for the Completion of Academic Program
Components (i.e. Semesters 1+2). The Program will not be responsible for finding the participant
another placement.
Note: Group Clinical Supervision is a highly recommended but not mandatory component. Its successful
completion will require minimum attendance as listed in Section 8.2.
10. Supervised Placement
10.1. Conditions for Securing a Supervised Placement
In order to secure a Supervised Placement, BREM Participants must:
a) Successfully complete Semester 1 of the Program - minimum 80% recorded attendance in each
of the program components and demonstration of average “Satisfactory” level of competency
on each major rubric component (based on in-class performance, assignments and tests for
each course).
b) Submit to the BREM Program all the required documents for general membership with OACCPP
(credential assessment, cover letter, resume, online application form).
c) Purchase liability insurance for the duration of the supervised placement.
d) Independently apply for and obtain up to date Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check with
the Police department in the participant’s area.
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e) Apply for three Supervised Placements based on a pool of placements provided by the BREM
Program.
f) Complete assigned professional certifications (CRPO Jurisprudence, CPR, ASIST, OCAN, Positive
Spaces)
g) Successfully complete Semester 2 courses (for Stream R placement).
If the participant chooses not to apply for the three Supervised Placements offered by the Program, OR
if the applicant had applied to three placements but was unsuccessful in securing one, he/she will need
to independently find a placement that meets their specific needs. In this case, the participant will have
up to six weeks to independently secure a Supervised Placement.
Note:
• The BREM Program endeavours to offer Supervised Placements relevant to Participants’
professional experience and within a reasonable commuting distance. However, due to limited
supply of Supervised Placements in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the BREM Program may
offer a selection of placements that are not necessarily aligned with Participants’ previous
professional practice and/or placements that require substantial commuting or relocation
(BREM will not be responsible for reimbursing the participant for transportation fees).
• The BREM Program endeavours to offer Supervised Placements for Stream R participants that
include clinical supervision qualifying for CRPO. However, due to limited supply of clinical
supervisors that meet all CRPO requirements, the BREM Program may offer placements that
aren’t aligned with CRPO requirements. For that reason, it is critical that all participants in
Stream R have prior supervision outside of Canada, which is recognized by CRPO.
• BREM Participants of Stream R who declined or were unsuccessful in securing a placement, will
not be offered participation in the SEUS Seminar or the Small Group Clinical Supervision as those
were designed to support a placement experience.
10.2. Additional Placement Agency Requirements
Some agencies have special requirements such as HR training, vaccination against influenza, mask
fitting, and evening or weekend work hours. Failure to comply with these requirements, may jeopardize
participant’s placement. Agencies with special requirements will be expected to discuss these at the
time of the interview. BREM Program Participants will be informed by the BREM Program that these
requirements are normally stated on the website of the agency.
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10.3. Liability Insurance and Worker's Compensation Coverage (WSIB)
• All BREM Program Participants have general liability coverage for the amount of $ 1,000,000 per
claim/ $ 2,000,000 aggregate per year. Agencies that require a higher coverage must
communicate that to the BREM Program Educational and Placement Counsellor, who will inform
Participants wishing to apply for the Supervised Placement. Difference in liability insurance fees
will be covered by the Participant.
• The Mennonite New Life Centre of Toronto offers WSIB coverage to BREM Program Participants.
10.4. Supervised Placement: Time Expectations
• The Supervised Placement component of the BREM Program has a fixed start date and end date.
Any changes to either duration, intensity, frequency or start and/or end dates must be
negotiated and pre-approved in writing by the Program. Any changes made without the
Program’s knowledge and/or without pre-approval will not be recognized by the Program.
• The Placement will be completed without interruptions for unjustifiable reasons (e.g., vacation,
travel, personal time, etc.) Extraneous circumstances (e.g., health, death in the family, etc.) will
be considered by the BREM Program on a case-by-case basis.
• BREM Program Participants are expected to complete 7 hours of placement per day (excluding
lunch break), for a total of:
− 350-450 hours for Stream E
− 450 hours for Stream R.
Normally, the placement will cover 21 hours per week over three workdays, though placements
may vary.
• All placement hours must be completed onsite at the agency and/or other sites where the
agency provides services and/or participates in activities. Working from home will not be
counted towards the required hours.
• In the event an agency expects evening/weekend hours, it must be discussed with the BREM
Program Participant during the interview, and both parties must agree.
• BREM Program Participants attending placement are required to submit a contact log to the
Educational and Placement Counsellor of the BREM Program at the end of each month.
10.5. Absences During Supervised Placement
• BREM Program Participants are required to contact both their Placement Supervisor and the
BREM Educational and Placement Counsellor immediately and in writing to report a situation
requiring absence from placement.
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• BREM Program Participants who are absent for more than 3 consecutive days due to illness,
must submit a note from a medical doctor to BREM Program Administrative Coordinator, in
order to successfully complete the placement.
• All missed hours must be recovered in agreement with the Placement Supervisor and the BREM
Educational and Placement Counsellor.
10.6. Professional Conduct During Supervised Placement
• All BREM Program Participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, as
specified in Program Culture policy and in the Program Code of Conduct document.
• If there is a challenging situation regarding a Participant’s professional behavior and/or learning,
the BREM Program will advise the Placement Supervisor to:
− Initiate a meeting with the BREM Program Participant.
− If the meeting does not produce desired outcomes, then the supervisor will be advised
to contact the BREM Program Educational and Placement Counsellor, and submit a
report outlining:
▪ Statement of challenges caused by the BREM Program Participant
▪ Outcome of meeting and the steps and goals discussed to resolve the
challenges
▪ Timeframe of observation for improvement
▪ Placement agency decision
• All BREM Program Participants must declare any conflict of interest as it arises (e.g. being the
client or a relative of the supervisor).
10.7. Conditions for Successful Completion of the Supervised Placement
Participants will be required to meet the following conditions in order to successfully complete their
Supervised Placement:
• Submit Monthly Contact Logs (forms provided by BREM with detailed information on
contact hours signed by the Placement Supervisor)
• Complete the minimum requirement for placement hours (as per Program stream), signed
off by their Placement Supervisor(s).
• Complete a minimum of 27 SEUS Seminar hours
• Attend all Job Search Workshops
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• Demonstrate minimum performance level of 3.0 on each of the final placement evaluation
categories5 (learning and growth; workplace communication and behaviour; mental health
practice; understanding the Ontario practice context; professional practice and ethics).
10.8. Termination of Placement
Termination of Placement is at the discretion of the placement agency. If a BREM Program Participant
wishes to terminate a placement, it must be done in consultation with the BREM Program and the
Placement Supervisor. Some acceptable reasons for participant-initiated termination may include: long
term illness, family or personal obligations. Termination will normally result in withdrawal from the
BREM Program.
In some cases, where placement termination was mutually agreed upon by the participant and the
BREM Program (e.g., due to unexpected changes in the placement supervision), the Program will help
the participant secure another placement. In this case, the participant may be required to complete the
full placement hours with the new placement based on agency requirements. The hours completed
prior to the new placement will be documented and accounted for by BREM Program, but will not
exempt the participant from completing the 350 or 450 hours at the new placement (depending on
Program stream).
BREM Program Participants who obtain employment in a mental health related role before completing
the BREM Program, may choose to exercise one of several options offered by the BREM Program Policy
on Program Termination. Note: Participants may not use paid employment in place of a supervised
placement, given that the Bridge Training Program cannot ask employers for performance evaluation
information.
BREM Program Participant who had decided to terminate a placement for any reason, will be entitled to
receive a letter from the BREM Program with an account of the supervised hours completed.
5 The minimum performance score will be calculated as the average for each of the five categories. Participants who have scored lower than an average of 3.0 for any of the five categories will not be awarded successful completion of the Supervised Placement.
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11. Program Completion
In order to be awarded the status of “successful completion of the BREM Program”, participants must
meet the following conditions:
Condition Stream E Stream R
Complete 80% of total class hours and achieve “Satisfactory” competency
level for each of the BREM curriculum components.
✓ ✓
Complete a minimum of 350 hours Supervised Placement for Stream E or 450
hours for Stream R, with “competent” level of performance
✓ ✓
Complete 27 SEUS Seminar hours. ✓
Attend all Job Search workshops and mentoring meetings ✓ ✓
Once all program requirements are met, the participant will receive a completion award and a formal
transcript listing all program components.
Note: The BREM Program is NOT designed to grant Canadian post-secondary degrees, to find
Participants a job in the mental health sector, or to secure registration with regulatory bodies.
12. Termination of the Program
The BREM program can be terminated either by the BREM Program or by the participant.
12.1. Termination by BREM Program based on academic and/or professional performance
Participants who fail to meet the Program completion criteria, will not be allowed to proceed with the
Program. These individuals will be offered to undertake a remedial process, which will include a
selection of activities (see Learning Plan, Appendix A). Once the identified activities have been
completed, the Participants will meet with the Program admission committee for a review of learning
outcomes.
• If the Program is satisfied with the remedial process - The past-participant will be advised to fill
out the online application form for the following cohort. This application is required for Program
records. Re-applicants will not be required to submit any other documents or to participate in
the screening process. Once the program application has been submitted, the re-applicant will
receive an offer of admission.
• If the Program is not satisfied with the remedial process, the past participant will NOT be
offered re-admission to the program.
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12.2. Termination by BREM Program based on disciplinary action
In cases where Participants breach Program policy or Program Code of Conduct and Professional
Behaviour, as detailed in these documents and available on the BREM website, the following process will
take place:
Step 1: Complaint made
Complaint or Awareness of Incident(s) Comes to the Attention of the Program Manager.
The complaint may come from a Participant, Centre staff, or any other person. The Program Manager
determines whether the conduct complained of appears to fall under the Code; if so, the Program
Manager will proceed with information gathering.
Step 2: Information gathering
The Program Manager or his or her designate begins gathering information about the alleged
incident(s) or conduct. This purpose of this stage is to help guide decision-making in how the case might
proceed. In order to proceed with information gathering about an alleged offence, the Code requires
only that the Program Manager should have reason to believe that an offence may have been
committed.
The information gathering will include review of all relevant documents related to the
incident/complaint, and interviews with all parties involved, either directly or indirectly.
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Step 3: Consider informal resolution
Based upon the information gathered to this point, the Program Manager will consider whether
informal resolution may be appropriate at this stage or whether it is required to proceed with a formal
disciplinary process.
Step 4: Formal disciplinary process
If informal resolution is not possible, practical, or if it will not serve the Program’s interests, and if the
Program Manager has reason to believe an offence have been committed, the following process will
take place:
a. A formal conversation with the BREM Program Manager, where the issue will be described and
discussed, and where the Participant will have the opportunity to formally present his/her side.
b. The meeting will be documented by the Program Manager and signed by both parties. This
meeting may lead to two potential outcomes:
a. The case is dismissed by the Program Manager.
b. The case stands and a decision is made on next steps, which may include:
i. a plan for improvement/remediation including concrete steps, behaviours and
timelines, OR
ii. recommendation for immediate termination.
c. The meeting document will be shared with the Participant and with any other Program staff that
were directly involved in the issue at hand. The document will be filed by BREM Program.
d. The BREM Program Manager will meet with the Participant at the end of the agreed upon
remedial period to review current status and determine next steps, if required. The follow-up
meeting document will be shared with the Participant and with any other Program staff that
were directly involved in the issue at hand. The document will be filed by BREM Program.
e. If the Participant feels that the meeting with the BREM Program Manager did not lead to
satisfactory resolution, the case will be referred to the MNLCT Executive Director, who will
review the case and decide on next steps.
f. In a case where immediate termination is recommended, the meeting document will be shared
with the Appointed Termination Committee. The Committee will include a minimum of three
members (MNLCT Executive Director, BREM Program Manager, Program Educational and
Placement Counsellor and/or other Program members/advisors as the case may be). The
Program will ensure the members of the Committee have no conflict of interest related to the
case. The decision of the Appointed Termination Committee will be final.
12.3. Termination by Participant
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Participants may decide to terminate the Program prior to its completion for a selection of reasons such
as changes in personal and financial circumstances, relocation to another city, obtaining employment,
etc. Although full program completion may not be possible for participants who obtain employment part
way through the program, we aim to provide maximum support in their path to meaningful employment
in the mental health sector. The Program therefore offers two alternatives to full withdrawal from the
program:
• Option 1: Full termination - Under this option, Participants may request a letter of reference
and/or a formal letter to verify their partial participation in the program. Note: Letters of
reference will be provided at the discretion of the Program, depending on the Participant’s
performance throughout the program.
• Option 2: Course Completion - Participants may choose to complete Program components, each
with its own level of recognition/certification. Under this option, participants may complete one
or more of the following components:
a) Core BREM courses (Semester 1)
b) Professional certifications
c) Stream R courses (pending eligibility)
d) Job Search workshops
The Course Completion option will allow Participants to receive a transcript, detailing the completed
course components. Note: The Small Group Placement Supervision and the SEUS Seminar cannot be
completed without corresponding supervised placement hours.
In both options, Participants will be required to provide written notification of their withdrawal (letter or
email to Program Manager) and fill out the Withdrawal and Course Completion Option form where they
will indicate their chosen option.
13. Security, Health and Safety
13.1. Security
Participants will be given ID badges for identifying them as participants of an MNLCT program, in this
case, as a participant of BREM. Participants will wear their ID badge at all times during their hours at the
Centre. Visitors, including participants’ friends and family members, are not permitted to enter the
classroom without prior consent and proper identification. Participants will report persons without ID to
Centre staff.
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13.2. Health and Safety
As part of the Health and Safety Procedures of the Mennonite New Life Centre, all BREM participants
will:
a. present their identification tag to reception upon entering the Centre;
b. wear their identification tag at all times while on premise;
c. notify the BREM Staff if they encounter a non-staff person on-site without a badge;
d. not use the door that is beside the BREM Classroom for any reason other than emergency.
A copy of the Health and Safety Quick Reference Guide will be issued to all participants at the
Orientation Session and a Health and Safety Manual is available in the classroom and at the reception
desk. A health and safety officer will address the class on essential health and safety procedures.
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Appendix A: Re-Admission Remedial Learning Plan
All readmission applicants to BREM must demonstrate a sufficient level of English language
proficiency, communication skills and computer literacy to ensure their success in the Program.
To initiate a formal request for readmission, applicants will:
1. set up a meeting with the BREM Program Manager and/or the Educational and
Placement Counsellor to consult on next steps;
2. complete and submit this form (a detailed Learning Plan) to the Program no later than a
week after the meeting; and,
3. attend a formal interview with Program Manager and/or the Educational and Placement
Counsellor related to the completion of the learning plan. In this interview, applicants will
be asked to demonstrate the achievement of their learning goals and readiness for re-
entry into the program (e.g., through a short presentation, answering questions,
demonstrating computer use, etc.).
The BREM program will inform the applicant of the readmission decision within one week of the
interview.
The LEARNING PLAN must include several of the following:
1. Volunteer Work using English language as primary language (submit proof of
volunteering)
2. Academic Courses (this may include online courses, professional development
workshops, courses offered by academic institutions, library courses, courses offered at
local employment and/or community centres)
3. Computer Courses (offered online and at local libraries)
4. Join an informal conversation class to practice English offered throughout the GTA (local
library, community centre, YMCA)
5. Join an ESL class
6. Join Toastmasters and/or any communication/social skills/drama related program
7. Online professional development plan created by the readmission applicant (i.e. watch
online videos and/or read articles in the area of mental health or topics of interest and
create a short written summary for submission)
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LEARNING PLAN
Submitted by:
Start date of learning activities:
Expected end date of learning activities:
1. Volunteer Work (using English as primary language)
From YY/MM
To YY/MM
Volunteer Workplace and Location
Volunteer Duties Documentation provided
2. Academic Courses (this may include online courses, professional development workshops,
courses offered by academic institutions, library courses, courses offered at local
employment and/or community centres)
List below in order of attendance and arrange for proof of documentation to be submitted of any
academic institutions/Online Courses since you were last registered with BREM.
From YY/MM To YY/MM Academic Institution/Location
Program Certificate / Proof Granted
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3. Computer Courses (this may include online courses, courses offered by academic
institutions, library courses, courses offered at local employment and/or community centres)
From YY/MM To YY/MM Academic Institution/Location
Program Documentation Required
4. Join an informal conversation class and/or engage a volunteer ESL tutor to practice English
offered throughout the GTA (local library, community centre, YMCA)
From YY/MM To YY/MM Conversational Practice Details/Location/Name
Documentation Required
5. Join an English as a Second Language class
From YY/MM To YY/MM Academic Institution/Location
Program Name Documentation Required
6. Join Toastmasters and/or any communication social skills/drama related program
From YY/MM To YY/MM Communication/Social Skills Details/Location/Name
Documentation Required
7. Online professional development plan created by the student (i.e. watch online videos
and/or read articles in the area of mental health or topics of interest and create a short,
written summary of each of the items for submission)
Date of Viewing/ Reading
Online Program Title and/or Article Details Length
(pages, hours)
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Documents Submitted to support Readmission:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Readmission Applicant Signature
I declare that to the best of my knowledge the information supplied by me is true, correct and complete in every respect. I acknowledge that the submission of false, fraudulent, incorrect, incomplete or misleading information may result in withdrawal of my readmission offer or delays in processing my application. I authorize the BREM program to obtain information concerning my submission of learning evidence from any organization/institution attended by me. I have read and accept the statements above to be true and correct. I am aware that the final decision will be made by the program based on the documentation submitted and the re-admission interview. Full Name: ______________________________________________________ Signature: ________________________________________________________ Date: ____ / ____ / ____
