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Diploma of Social Service Worker - Indigenous Specialization
- Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year social service worker diploma taught from a holistic Indigenous perspective.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Social Service Worker - Indigenous Specialization. Apply knowledge in areas including four semesters: Indigenous wellness
- addictions
- foundations for balanced practice
- . Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Mental health
- education
- addictions
- outreach
- family services and social welfare roles in private
- governmental and Indigenous-specific programs
Curriculum
- Four semesters: Indigenous wellness
- addictions
- foundations for balanced practice
- trauma-informed care
- human behaviour
- capacity building
- social welfare and Indigenous policy
- mental health
- working with families
- Anishinaabemowin
- groups
- healing methods
- then two fieldwork placements with seminars.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent at college level with programme-specific subjects (usually Grade 12 English ENG4C; math
- biology or chemistry for some)
- or mature student status; at least 18 by the end of the first semester; certified translations required.
Accepted academic background
Equivalent of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma at college-preparation level or higher; programme-specific subjects (e.g. ENG4C and MAP4C for Computer Programming); at least 18 by end of first semester
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 60
- Cambridge 169
- Duolingo 110
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,825 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Sault Ste. Marie |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Community Services |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships and bursaries are advertised for qualified students; each award has its own eligibility criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $16,825 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The estimated living cost is $8,892 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 60, Cambridge 169, Duolingo 110, IELTS Academic 6.