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College Diploma Social Service Worker

2 Years On Campus Diploma Program

Algonquin College Pembroke

Program Overview

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program prepares students to work effectively with disadvantaged individuals, groups and communities. The program consists of four levels where learning occurs in both the classroom and practical settings. The curriculum includes courses in social work methods, social welfare systems, addictions, community development and the humanities

Program Key Stats

$12000 (Annual cost)



87 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Official transcripts, Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate or General Educational Development (GED) certificate, English: Grade 12 or equivalent with a grade of 70% or higher, IELTS-6.5, TOEFL-IBT: 88 (with the minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening: 22; Speaking: 22; Writing: 22), Reference form from an agency supervisor; on relevant volunteer, paid work or educational/co-op placement, working directly with clients, in a human service agency.

Career Options

  • Graduates may secure employment as Social Service Workers in provincial
  • municipal and private social service agencies including social service departments
  • long-term care facilities
  • addiction and mental health services
  • schools and programs for youths
  • community health centres
  • shleters and residential treatment programs

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