Diploma of Social Service Worker
- Centennial College
- Social Service Worker
- Diploma
- Social & Behavioural Science
- College
- Canada
Centennial College’s Social Service Worker diploma program provides students with the critical skills needed to support vulnerable populations in our communities. It offers exceptional training for those pursuing careers in social services through its perfect balance of classroom learning and real-world experience. The program stands out for its practical focus on case management, crisis intervention, and advocacy, as well as its anti-oppressive framework that emphasizes cultural competence.
While the curriculum could benefit from more content on mental health first aid, the program thoroughly prepares students for frontline work in shelters, community centres, and social service organizations. This program provides the perfect foundation – combining theoretical knowledge with the practical skills needed to make an immediate impact.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Time | Both full-time and part-time options |
| Campus | Ashtonbee |
| Duration | 2 |
| Deadline-Date | July,March, |
| Fee Per Year | 16164 |
| Application Fee | 125 |
| Currency | cad |
| Intake Link | |
| Deadline Link | https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/cba?collegeCode=CENT&programCode=3125 |
| Intakes | Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Program language requirement | "CAEL-CE and CAEL-Online: Writing score 60, Overall 60, Overall 60. TOEFL 550 80+ on paper, with a minimum of 20 for the online exam570 paper-based test; the minimum score of 21 on the online version is 84+. Michigan Test of English (MET) 56-57 58-60. IELTS Academic 6.0, no band score below 5.5, no band score below 6.5, no score below 6.0. Academic English Pearson Test 51+ 58+. 3.7+ 3.9+ on the International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP). Tests of Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), and First (FCE) in Cambridge English: 167-169 170-179. Academic Language Certificate 65-69. No one skill score that falls between 60 and 70–74. No single skill score was lower than 65. Duolingo 105–114 125+." |
Who can Choose this program?
High school diploma or equivalent: Most programs often require secondary school completion. A high school diploma or a comparable certification, like a GED, is usually used to prove this.
Additional Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scope of the program | The Centennial College Diploma in Social Service Worker program gives students the theoretical knowledge and real-world experience to support people and communities in various social contexts. This prepares them to work as competent professionals in the social services sector. The need for trained social workers who can handle a variety of social issues like poverty, mental health, family dynamics, and community development is rising in Pakistan and many other countries around the world. Graduates of this program are equipped with the skills necessary to work in places like community health clinics, nonprofits, government offices, and educational institutions, where they will be able to serve underprivileged populations and those in need. Social welfare policies, counseling methods, crisis intervention, case management, and cultural sensitivity are just a few topics usually included in the curriculum. Graduates of this all-encompassing program are better equipped to comprehend and negotiate intricate social structures and to defend the rights and welfare of their clients effectively defend their client's rights and welfare. Thanks to the highly transferable abilities they have gained, graduates of this curriculum can work in social services in various nations. Social workers are essential to the advancement of social justice, the facilitation of positive change, and the improvement of the quality of life for people and communities dealing with various difficulties, whether they are employed in Pakistan, Canada, or another country. |
| Program entry requirement | Completion of secondary education equivalent to a high school diploma. |
| Required GPA | 2.5GPA |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application: To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form. 2. Start the Application Process: Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple. 3. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications. 4. Upload Required Documents: Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include: • Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended. • Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports. • CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience. • Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying. • Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294). 2. Acceptance letter from the university. 3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees. 4. Bank statements. 5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable). 6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration. 7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years. 8. Passport-sized photographs. 9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD). 10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada. " |
| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
