Social Services Support Worker Diploma

  • 1060 Hours /53 Weeks
  • Inclass, Hybrid & Online
  • Diploma Program

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Program Description

This 53-week Social Services Support Worker Diploma is a program with 1060 hours of training. Students prepare to be effective social services practitioners by acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values needed to provide support to individuals, families, groups, and communities in need and who are seeking support from a variety of available assistance programs and services.

This diploma program focuses on preparing you to be an effective social services practitioner by acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values needed to provide support to individuals, families, groups, and communities in need and who are seeking support from a variety of available assistance programs and services.

This program is intended for people who are looking for a career in community social services.

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Learning Objectives

  • Gain a solid understanding of the social and community services available and the role of social services workers in improving the social welfare of individuals and communities.
  • Recognize at-risk behaviors across a variety of groups.
  • Describe the effects of psychoactive chemicals on target populations suffering with mental illness.
  • Describe the effects of mental health in relation to addiction, diagnosis, and medications used in pharmacotherapies and the impact mental health may have on individuals or communities.
  • Describe and discuss the issues, defining traits, intervention, prevention, and safety issues for those suffering with mental illness.
  • Articulate the impact on the client-counsellor relationship with respect to cultural and diversity issues.
  • Familiar with resources available under the broad umbrella of the Canadian health care system.
  • Apply culturally responsive practices to support diverse individuals and communities effectively.
  • Develop and implement strategies to advocate for equity and social justice for marginalized populations.
  • Design interventions using trauma-informed principles to create safe and supportive environments for clients.
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Admission Requirements

Basic Requirements
  • Applicants must provide a valid Govt. photo ID or birth certificate
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum Age: 19 years.
  • Mature Students (19+ without high school diploma): May be considered based on work experience, resume, transcripts, and references. An interview may be required.
English Language Proficiency Applicants must meet one of the following:
  • Minimum scores from accepted English tests (e.g., IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 46, Duolingo 95, etc.).
  • Recent English proficiency test (within 2 years).
  • Proof of English-language education:
    • 2–3 years of secondary or post-secondary education completed in English in eligible countries.
    • International credentials must be recognized by WES, ICES, or IQAS.

Course Info

Course TitleNo of Hours
Learning Essentials80 hours
Addictions Fundamentals80 hours
Pharmacology Fundamentals80 hours
Social Service Work Fundamentals80 hours
Psychology Fundamentals40 hours
Sociology Fundamentals40 hours
Ethics Fundamentals40 hours
Self-Care Techniques40 hours
Resources & Networking40 hours
Interview & Intake Procedures40 hours
Professional Report Writing40 hours
Family Studies40 hours
Mental Health Fundamentals40 hours
Behavior Analysis Techniques40 hours
Career Essentials40 hours
Cultural Competency in Social Services80 hours
Advocacy and Social Justice in Social Services80 hours
Trauma-Informed Care Practices40 hours
Practicum100 hours
Total1045 hours
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Program Duration

1060 Hours /53 Weeks

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Credentials Provided

Diploma

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Delivery Mode

Inclass, Hybrid & Online

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The program is delivered in English. The program will employ an In-class or Distance or Combined lecture delivery format. There is no mandatory homework; however, it is recommended that you review daily lectures and exercises completed.

The Addictions and Community Support Worker Diploma program was reviewed and approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.

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