Social Services Support Worker Diploma
- 1060 Hours /53 Weeks
- Diploma
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
To successfully complete the program, students must meet ALL of the following requirements:
- Achieve a minimum grade of 50% on each course’s final examination/presentation.
- Maintain a minimum attendance rate of 80% for all scheduled courses.
- Obtain a minimum overall grade of 70% in each course to pass.
- Successfully complete the work experience component of the program.
*Based on the NOC Version 2016 1.3 Unit Group 4212 – Social and community service workers
Career options* available but not limited to:
- Social service agencies and organizations
- Residential programs, homes group
- Shelters and housing services
- Community health centres
- Family service organizations
- In-class instruction
- Distance education
- Combined delivery: (both in-class and distance)
| Course Title | No of Hours |
| Learning Essentials | 80 hours |
| Addictions Fundamentals | 80 hours |
| Pharmacology Fundamentals | 80 hours |
| Social Service Work Fundamentals | 80 hours |
| Psychology Fundamentals | 40 hours |
| Sociology Fundamentals | 40 hours |
| Ethics Fundamentals | 40 hours |
| Self-Care Techniques | 40 hours |
| Resources & Networking | 40 hours |
| Interview & Intake Procedures | 40 hours |
| Professional Report Writing | 40 hours |
| Family Studies | 40 hours |
| Mental Health Fundamentals | 40 hours |
| Behavior Analysis Techniques | 40 hours |
| Career Essentials | 40 hours |
| Cultural Competency in Social Services | 80 hours |
| Advocacy and Social Justice in Social Services | 80 hours |
| Trauma-Informed Care Practices | 40 hours |
| Practicum | 100 hours |
| Total | 1060 hours |
Program Duration
1060 Hours /53 Weeks
Credentials Provided
Diploma
Delivery Mode
Inclass, Hybrid, and Online
Total Program Fee:
| Details | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | CAD 25,710 | CAD 25,710 |
| Application Fee | CAD 150 | CAD 150 |
| Administrative Fee | CAD 500 | CAD 500 |
| Administrative Fee – Description & Breakdown | Administration Service: CAD 250 Student Service Fees: CAD 250 | Administration Service: CAD 250 Student Service Fees: CAD 250 |
| Materials Fee | CAD 200 | CAD 200 |
| Other Fee | CAD 500 | CAD 500 |
| Other Fee – Description & Breakdown | Graduation Fee (incl. Ceremony): CAD 250 Career Services (Fairs & Workshops) Fees: CAD 250 | Graduation Fee (incl. Ceremony): CAD 250 Career Services (Fairs & Workshops) Fees: CAD 250 |
Admin Fees (only if applicable): Course retake: CAD 850 per course
Copy of Transcript: CAD 20 per copy Applications are open. Secure your spot now!
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 Social Services 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.
