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Diploma in Social Service Worker - Gerontology
St. Clair College - Chatham Campus, Canada
CAD 15665
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 125
Application Fee
24 months
Duration
6
IELTS
83
TOEFL
55%
Min GPA
Program Overview
This program prepares students with the foundational knowledge and core skills required to work in the diverse and challenging field of eldercare. Theories relevant to the Social Service Worker profession, its ethics, values and practice standards, the aging process and the needs of seniors are emphasized. Program content includes essential Social Service Worker training in interpersonal communication, case management, interviewing, group work intervention, diversity, advocacy, social justice, and community practice. In addition, a number of specialized courses such as Activation and Restorative Care, Recreation, Leisure and Therapeutic Program Planning, Dementia Care, Adult Development, Death, Dying, Grief and Bereavement and Volunteer Management expand the knowledge and skill base of students beyond traditional social service worker roles.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Students who successfully complete the Social Service Worker –Gerontology diploma and the block field placement are eligible for registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and may then use the title of Registered Social Service Worker (RSSW).
- Field placement experience, a 510 hour block field placement arranged with agencies providing services to older adults.
- Faculty teaching in the program come with extensive experience in the social work and community sectors.
- Future pathways to success – on completion, students may gain advanced standing towards a Bachelor of Social Work, a Bachelor in Gerontology, a Bachelor in Disabilities Studies, or an Honours Therapeutic Recreation Degree at specific universities.
Additional Information
Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma
College/University Processing Time 30 Days
Program Format Full-Time
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 83 - With no score less than - 20
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 60
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
15665
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 125
Application Fee
(CAD)
16500 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
We are pleased to announce a special $2,000 scholarship for international students who enroll in one of the following programs at our Chatham Campus:
- Early Childhood Education (K240)
- Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (K893)
- Developmental Services Worker (K200)
- Electrical Techniques (K731)
This scholarship will be applied toward student’s tuition fees after the 10th business day of the semester, provided students are fully enrolled in one of the eligible programs.
To take advantage of this opportunity, please follow these steps:
- Confirm student’s offer and pay the first deposit of $3,000 as soon as possible. This will allow us to issue PAL to student which is required for Canadian study permit application.
- Apply for Canadian study permit promptly to avoid delays in visa processing.
- Pay the full tuition for the Fall 2025 (25F) semester as soon as possible.
- Update student’s offer status to “Pre-registered” by clicking “Visa Received” in the OCAS portal once you receive student’s study permit approval letter.
In addition there is One semester of free accommodation at GEM (on-campus student residence) will be provided to the first 400 new international students enrolled in the Fall 2025 semester at our Windsor campuses.
Note: Seats are limited, and scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Taking early action will secure student’s place and increase student’s chance of receiving the scholarship.
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