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Social Services Community
Support Worker Diploma

Our Program

Social Services Community Support Worker Diploma

Program Description

This program is approved by the Private Training Institution Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training.

This diploma program prepares you to effectively manage the administrative and implementation responsibilities of a wide variety of mental health programs and services for individuals. This program is intended for people who are looking for a career in mental health support work, assisting people with personal and social issues.

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of this program, students will seek career opportunities as:

  • Family social service worker
  • Community mental health worker
  • Resident support worker
  • Addiction and counselling support worker
  • Women shelter worker

Admissions Requirements

  • High School Graduate or equivalent OR mature student status (19 years or older prior to starting the program).
  • Meet one of the following English Language Proficiency requirements:
  • I. Minimum Grade 10 English (Domestic Students)
  • II. For English as second language students; Overall IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
  • III. Pass the College’s English admission test.
  • Criminal record check.
  • Immunization report.
  • Complete ‘Student Declaration –Social Service Worker Program’ form.

Course Breakdown

Course No. Course Name Minimum Course Hours

SSW100

Social Service Work Fundamentals

20 hours

SSW101

Psychology Fundamentals

80 hours

SSW102

Mental Health Fundamentals

80 hours

SSW103

Addiction Fundamentals

60 hours

SSW104

Ethics Fundamentals

40 hours

SSW105

Self-Care for Social Service workers

20 hours

SSW106

Resources, Referrals & Networking

20 hours

SSW107

Interviewing & Counselling Skills

80 hours

SSW108

Writing for the Social Services

40 hours

SSW109

Family Studies

40 hours

SSW110

Populations at High Risk

40 hours

SSW111

Professional Certificates

20 hours

SSW112

Suicide Prevention Techniques (ASIST certification)

20 hours

SSW113

Career Essentials

20 hours

SSW114

Practicum

100 hours

Program Total

34 weeks

680 hrs.

Program Duration

Total Program Hours 680
Total Program Length (weeks) 34

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