Social Service Worker (Intensive) - 955
OSAP Eligible
Overview
New students should note that the majority of our community's social service agencies require updated COVID vaccinations (a minimum of 2 doses), except when exemptions are applicable under the Human Rights Act.
Program Highlights
- Building on previous academic work, students can complete a Social Service Worker diploma with a field placement experience in 8 months.
What you'll learn
- Develop awareness of yourself, gain greater insight into who you are and experience personal growth.
- Discover how Social Service Workers facilitate positive changes in the lives of others.
- Focus on the relationships that people have with each other and the world around them as a way of supporting others and promoting community and social change.
- Core values required to be effective and ethical social service workers such as the right to choose, the right to equality, justice and access to service.
- Helping skills such as interviewing, assessing the needs of others, working effectively with groups and assisting communities to change.
- Develop the ability to document, work within legal and ethical frameworks and understand the importance of respecting the uniqueness and dignity of all people.
- Learn about anti-oppressive theory and practice as it relates to advocacy and case management.
Potential applicants need to be aware that the agencies working with our placement students are requiring placement students to be fully vaccinated by Health Canada approved vaccines. Please consider your vaccine status when considering this program as it will have a significant impact on your ability to participate in field placement.
Program Length
1 academic year (period of 8 months)
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
Admission
Admission
University degree in Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Education) or college diploma related to Human Services (70% guideline) or equivalent. Please note that preference will be given to related degrees. Students must have a minimum of 1 Psychology course and 1 Sociology course.
Applicants who have completed post-secondary education in outside fields will be considered if they have multiple Psychology and Sociology courses.
Important Information
- Significant volunteer experience is recommended
- Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
- For degrees from Countries other than Canada, a course by course evaluation can be completed through: ICAS/WES/CES
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first language or you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma or post-secondary education outside of Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one of the following:
- IELT S Academic overall band of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 80, no band less than 20
- TOEFL Paper-based, overall score 550
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment), 70
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic 58
- CLBPT (Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test), overall score 7, no band less than 7
- Completion of level 8 of the General Arts and Science - English for Academic Purposes (GAS-EAP). Placement in the GAS-EAP program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS Academic
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2023-2024 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $814.66 | $702.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
Compulsory Program Fees | $113.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,394.66 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $2,281.70 | $2,096.66 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,378.36 | |
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2023-2024 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fees | $8,355.00 | $8,605.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
Program Compulsory Fees | $113.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $375.00 | $450.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester | $8,843.00 | $9,055.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $17,898.00 | |
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
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Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
- OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)
- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:
Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.
- One-on-One Money Counselling
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
- Events and Workshops
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Through supervised field placements selected for you based on your individual learning goals and supported by experienced faculty.
- Through field-based learning and applied learning labs.
- Experience interactive simulations.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Field Placements
New students should note that the majority of our community's social service agencies require updated COVID vaccinations (a minimum of 2 doses), except when exemptions are applicable under the Human Rights Act.
- Field placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. As such, students shall be expected to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending field placement activity. Mohawk shall not be responsible for providing students with transportation to field placements with or outside the Hamilton region
- Registered students who have been convicted of an offence for which they have not been pardoned may be denied the opportunity to enter or continue in a placement while in the program
- Students may be required to complete various Immunizations and Disease Screening protocols required by some field placement agencies
- Students will receive individual and group feedback to further their skills through the use of interactive simulated patients, virtual reality scenarios and case studies.
Become an Agency
If you would like to become an Agency that takes students on placement from Mohawk College's Social Services & Justice Studies programs, please visit the Community Services Field Placements page.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Social Service Workers
- Mental Health Workers
- Case Managers
- Employment Counsellors
- Community Workers
Where you could work includes:
- Community Agencies
- Ontario Works and Ontario Government
- Recovery Homes, Residential and Community Mental Health Services
- Addiction Services
- Youth, Seniors and Women’s Shelters
Opportunities for grads
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
Educational Pathways
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program.
Transfer from
You can transfer to the Social Service Worker (Intensive) - 955 from the following programs:
Early Childhood Education
Educational Support
Recreation Therapy
Child and Youth Care
Receiving Program
Social Service Worker (Intensive)
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Social Service Worker (Intensive) - 955 to the following programs:
Autism and Behavioural Science
Concurrent Disorders
Mental Health and Disability Management
Brain Disorders Management
Community and Social Services Management
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
Mohawk College makes no warranty or endorsement of material contained within links to external websites, nor does the College assume any responsibility for the linked website or its contents.
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Lisa Singh
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