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College Diploma Social Service Worker

2 Years On Campus Diploma Program

Algonquin College Perth

Program Overview

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program prepares students to empower individuals, groups, and communities who are in the process of change and growth. The curriculum includes courses in social service ethics, social welfare, addictions, mental health and crisis intervention. Others focus on children and families, seniors, people with disabilities, sustainability and global issues. Diversity is taught across the program of study.

Program Key Stats

$13300 (Annual cost)



55 %

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-5.5, TOEFL-IBT: 80 (with the minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening: 20; Speaking: 20; Writing: 20)

Career Options

  • Graduates may secure employment as entry-level workers in provincial
  • municipal
  • non-governmental and private social service agencies including social service departments; addiction and mental health services; programs for youth
  • seniors
  • and persons with disabilities; community health centres; shelters; food security and residential treatment programs

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