Course Description
Community Support Worker Diploma is vital for many people to achieve a higher level of independence and quality of life.
If you are organized, enjoy helping others and are looking to get established in a steady, professional career in a short time, a Diploma in Community Support could be an excellent opportunity.
Other Course Details
Contact us today, an Admissions Representative would be glad to help you select a program to pursue and determine if you meet Admission Requirements, including:
- Grade 12 (or equivalent), or Mature Student status.
- Good command of the English language
- Completion of an Admissions Interview
- Introduction to the Helping Profession
- Introduction to Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
- Community Service Work Administration
- Community Practice
- Human Health Service Model
- Canadian Social Policy
- Business Communications
- Human Development & Development Through the Lifespan
- Sociology & Psychology
- Family Dynamics
- Substance Use
- Crisis Intervention
- At-Risk Youth
- Communication & Interview Skills with Clients
- Report Writing
- Community Service Work
- First-Aid Training
- Legal Aspects of Social Work
- Group Facilitation
- Career Strategies
- Practicum Placement
- Plus, you will receive specialized First Aid and CPR training. By becoming skilled in these essential programs you will be prepared to pursue rewarding positions. Training in First Aid and CPR can open more doors to potential employment opportunities.
Several funding options exist for students, our Financial Aid Officer would be glad to answer any of your questions and help you apply for funding for your education. Student Financial Assistance Options include:
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
- Employment Ontario Second Career Program
- Interest-Free Monthly Payment Plan Options
- CanVet Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) and SISIP Financial Services
- Ontario Disability Support Program.
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
- CIBC Education Line of Credit
- Employer or Agency Sponsorship of Education
- Aboriginal and First Nation Funding Programs
- Lifelong Learning and Registered Education Savings Plans
