| Scope of the program | This specialized curriculum, the Sheridan College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning Diploma in Social Service Worker in Gerontology, is meant to give students the information and abilities they need to work well with senior citizens. The main objectives of this program are to help them understand the intricacies of aging and offer assistance in many social service settings. The world's aging population is a growing demographic, and nations are realizing more and more that they need specialist personnel who can handle the particular problems that come with gerontology. In Pakistan and many other countries, the trend of an aging population is becoming increasingly apparent. This change in the population is concurrent with increasing recognition of the value of senior care and the requirement for expert support networks. As families and communities look for better methods to help their aging relatives, there will likely be an increase in demand for social service personnel with experience in gerontology. There is a strong foundation for gerontological services in nations like the US, Australia, and Canada, and there are lots of options for healthcare, community services, and policy development. To work at senior community centers, long-term care facilities, and government agencies that address aging issues, professionals with training in gerontology are required. Graduates of this degree can find great value in a variety of foreign situations where elder care is a top issue, thanks to the highly transferable skills they gain. |
| Program entry requirement | Suppose an applicant has an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) and senior-level credits at C, U, M, or O designation (or equivalent), including one Grade 12 English course (ENG4C or ENG4U) and extra needed courses. In that case, they may be admitted to Sheridan as full-time students. High school in Ontario: The first-semester midterm results from grade 12 are taken into consideration while making admissions decisions. If a student is enrolled in all needed courses during the second semester of Grade 12, their Grade 11 final marks will be used in the admissions process. Many admission offers are contingent on passing all prerequisite courses by August 1.
There are no grade differentials applied.
Credits obtained at Grades 11 and 12 and OAC (where available) are referred to as senior-level credits. |
| Required GPA | 60- 65% |
| 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.
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| 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 |
