College diploma social service worker in Cambrian college

Learn to help vulnerable or at-risk individuals, families, and groups deal with various personal and social problems through engaging fieldwork and in-depth casework. As a Social Service Worker student, you'll learn to be an effective communicator and understanding counsellor in order to encourage positive change in the lives of clients. You will be challenged to bring a special level of maturity and motivation to your work, along with a commitment to work for social justice, a fundamental belief in the dignity and potential of people, and a desire to promote justice, equality, and access to culturally-appropriate services regardless of race, gender, age, religion, etc. The program is recognized by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, which allows you to apply to become a Registered Social Service Worker in Ontario when you graduate.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent, TOEFL: IBT- minimum overall score of 80, IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.0 bands, with no less than 5.5 bands in any section, PTE: minimum overall score of 58, Additional Requirements: First Aid Certificate prior to field placement, Criminal record check completed at least one month prior to field placement, Two-step TB test and flu shot (for some placements)

Graduates may seek employment for casework and counselling positions within: Social agencies of the municipal, provincial, and federal governments, Non-government services and agencies, Charitable organizations, Clinics, Foster and group homes, Half-way houses, Long term care and retirement homes

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