Social Service Worker in Niagara college, Canada

Social Service Worker in Niagara college

Are you passionate about social equity and want to have a meaningful impact on disadvantaged individuals, groups and communities in a variety of social service settings?

As a social service worker you will assist clients in dealing with personal and social problems by delivering counselling, community services and social support programs.

Interested in the Social Service Worker program? Attend a presentation to meet and greet with current students, learn about articulation agreements and the types of activities that the program features. Check the Info Sessions tab for the schedule.

Highlights

• Over 650 hours of practical field placement experience, supported by a field placement officer and often leading to employment.

• Hands-on experiential learning through case studies, video simulations and small group discussions.

• Program responds to changes in the social services field using an anti-oppressive approach.

• Unique bridge opportunities to Bachelor’s Degree in social work pathways through Niagara University, University of Waterloo and Wilfred Laurier University.

• Certification in non-violent crisis intervention is available.

Career Opportunities

• Addictions centre
• Community mental health agency
• Correctional facility
• Child welfare agency
• Department of health and human services
• Hospital or medical clinic
• School/youth setting
• Seniors’ home

Know more about Studying in Canada

Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average)	BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada	CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada	TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada	Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada	CAD 150
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