Sheridan College

Social Service Worker

Sheridan College

Faculty:Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Social Work
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,472
Careers:Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service WorkersSocial and Community Service Workers

Description:

In this program, you'll learn from professors and guest speakers who have considerable experience in family therapy, policy development, social work, social justice and other social service fields. You'll gain a solid skills foundation through a laboratory practicum, and you'll develop plans for starting and running a service organization.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
Related volunteer and/or part-time employment in a social service setting or with older adults is highly encouraged. Sheridan field placement agencies may require a police record check for criminal offences, a vulnerable sector check and/or a current record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities.

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan's English Proficiency Requirements.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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