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Diploma in Social Work Diploma
- A career in social work can be exciting and rewarding. Are you ready to get started? This unique and interesting program is a two-year diploma program. Its special multi-cultural focus will help you support a wide range of clients
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The Social Work Diploma program will teach you how to engage with others to help themselves. You will enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. While you learn the skills for social work practice, you will also develop a unique multicultural focus.
Learners registered in this program will need to write the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES) assessment in semester one.
If you are a full-time learner, you can complete this program in two years. This would include four terms and two practicum placements.
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Besides a Diploma in Social Work, what else is necessary to be successful in this profession?
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To be successful in the social work field, learners are encouraged to have a strong commitment to the community and to the empowerment of others while engaging in their own personal reflection and self-care. In addition, graduates of this program are strongly encouraged to register with the Alberta College of Social Workers and participate in continuing education to stay current in the field.
Many people choose to enter the helping professions because of their own personal experiences. Some of the content in the program can be difficult and bring up various emotions. We encourage students to ensure they have adequate supports in place whether through BVC’s Learner Success Program (LSS) or on their own
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How long will it take me to complete this program?
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The diploma can be completed full-time over six terms (two years). Some learners choose to take an additional term or year to complete the program.
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Social Work Diploma graduates tend to work in non-profit and private agencies, including community-based organizations, schools, addiction services, residential settings, senior care facilities, and government organizations.
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Planning your course schedule according to availability and prerequisites requires some consideration.
Learners can access Academic Advising for questions regarding scheduling. Once you are a registered learner in a program, one of the Academic Advisors in the Office of the Registrar can also assist you with planning.
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Please visit the full-time course credits pages at www.bowvalleycollege.ca for details for each program or contact an Academic Advising Advisor.
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