George Brown Polytechnic

Community Worker

Program Information

School:George Brown Polytechnic
Faculty:School of Social & Community Services
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Family and Community Services
Description:

The Community Worker program prepares students to work for progressive social change with organizations, communities, and individuals across a range of issues such as poverty, housing, legal rights, discrimination, food justice, immigration and refugee settlement.

URL:Community Worker at George Brown Polytechnic
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $19,085
Careers:Community and Social Service Workers

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Applicants must have

    • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent* with completion of Grade 12 English (C or U)
    • Application Form

    Additional Admission Requirements:

      All students in this program are encouraged to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check before commencing their field placement


      * Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

      Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English.

      * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

      Modified on March 20, 2026