This program will give you the knowledge and skills you need to enter this rewarding career field. Learn skills and methods that will prepare you to work in different settings and challenging situations. Themes include social justice, empowerment of marginalized citizens and ethics. You will also be introduced to Indigenous history and culture through the Canada's First Peoples Course. Graduates can go on to work with individuals or groups in a variety of community settings.

OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 525] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 60] or DuoLingo or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 55] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 5.5]

If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency. View current English Language Proficiency Requirements(pdf).

Mandatory Non-Academic Requirements for Placement:

Work-Integrated Learning (also called Placement, Field Placement, Practicum, Clinical Placement, etc.) provides students with rich and meaningful experiences wherein they have the opportunity to apply and extend the learning they gain from the classroom in real-word contexts. View placement requirements here.