Overview

This Canadore College programme is currently eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as of July 10, 2025, and aligns with IRCC’s priority occupational fields for students applying for a study permit after November 1, 2024. For the most up-to-date information, please consult the IRCC website.

Applicants must have completed 40 hours of direct experience with clients in a social agency.

Following the eight month in-class portion, Social Service Worker Intensive (accelerated) students at Canadore College will have a two-month field placement opportunity in a community agency.

Learning Outcomes

Develop respectful and collaborative professional and interpersonal relationships that adhere to professional, legal, and ethical standards aligned to social service work
Record information accurately and communicate effectively in written, digital, verbal and non-verbal ways, in adherence to privacy and freedom of information legislation, in accordance with professional and workplace standards.
Integrate a practice framework within a service delivery continuum, addressing the needs of individuals, families and communities at micro, mezzo, macro and global levels, and work with them in achieving their goals.
Plan and implement accessible and resonsive programmes and services, recognizing the diverse needs and experiences of individuals, groups, familites and communities, and meeting these needs.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Gerontology

SSW Methods: Intimate Personal Violence

Family Dynamics

Interviewing & Helping Skills

Fieldwork Preparation

Trauma Informed Practice and Crisis Intervention

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

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International students are encouraged to apply before the equal consideration dates for the applicable programme.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

43

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IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

North Bay, Canada

Disciplines

Social Work Sociology View 120 other Bachelors in Social Work in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

43

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IELTS

5.5

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General requirements

University Degree or an Ontario College Diploma or advanced diploma in one of the following human services programmes: Mental Health and Addictions, Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Services Worker, Nursing, Gerontology, Early Childhood Education, Recreation, Community and Justice Services or others to be determined by the Programme Coordinator.
Must have a minimum of 40 hours of direct experience with clients in a social service agency. An evaluation form attesting to the satisfactory completion of these hours must be submitted by an agency representative.

If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

23321 CAD / year

≈ 23321 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4080 CAD / year

≈ 4080 CAD / year

Living costs

North Bay

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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North Bay

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