Diploma in Social Service Worker (Intensive)

Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus

Canada,Ontario

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10 Months

Duration

CAD 25,115/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 95

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

Canada, Ontario

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1967

Total Students: 21,059 +

Int. Students: 1,300 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1385 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean, ON K2G 1V8, Canada

Diploma in Social Service Worker (Intensive)

  Pre-requisite Note

Completion of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)

Program Overview

The Social Service Worker (Intensive) program, comprised of three terms, is an accelerated model of the two-year Social Service Worker program. This program is available for students who have completed prior post-secondary education in a related field (six courses in psychology, anthropology, and/or sociology).

Through theory and practical experiences, the program prepares you to support a wide range of client groups and communities who are in the process of change or growth, including those impacted by issues such as:

  • loss and separation
  • family crisis
  • poverty
  • violence
  • homelessness
  • addiction
  • disability
  • unemployment
  • oppression
  • resettlement issues

As a student, you complete one field placement experience totaling more than 350 hours. You identify, practice and incorporate theoretical knowledge at a level that provides top client service. As well, you strengthen the bond between yourself and the community by participating in various applied research projects and direct practice opportunities. With these opportunities, you are ready to work on the front line of social services.

Graduates may secure employment as Social Service Workers in provincial, municipal and private social service agencies including:

  • drop-in centres
  • employment services
  • addiction and mental health services
  • schools and youth services
  • community health and resource centres
  • shelters
  • residential treatment programs

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English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO 

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