Community Social Work

Program Phone Number:
780-623-5562 or 780-623-5551 (ask for an advisor)

Two-Year Diploma

Come and be part of the Community Social Work (CSW) Program at Portage College.

The CSW Program prepares students for a generalist social work career blending a solid foundation of practice and theory. The program includes 900 hours of practicum over the two years and leads to eligibility as a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers and transfer credits to the third year of the Bachelor of Social Work with the University of Calgary.

In 2010 the Program celebrated its 25th year of graduating caring, professional and competent social workers. If you are looking at enhancing your skills then take a few minutes to look at what is offered in the CSW Diploma.

Employment and Advancement

The diploma program can lead to a rewarding career in such areas as government departments, school boards, human and health service agencies, hospitals and long term care organizations, mental health clinics, family and social service agencies, employee assistance programs, correctional services and agencies, Aboriginal band councils and other cross cultural agencies, not-for-profit community agencies.

Program Highlights

If you want:

  • Small classes, great facilities
  • Employment rates for graduates are over 90%
  • Experienced staff and a warm friendly atmosphere, shared experience and knowledge
  • Gain real-life experience, rural and northern exposure
  • Scholarship  and bursary Opportunities


then Portage College Social Work Program is for you.

Location
Offered at the following locations:
Cold Lake and Lac La Biche

Start Dates
August of each year

How Long Does the Program Take?
Full-time students: 2 years/4 semesters

Click on the link below for details about this program

Community Social Work Year 1

Community Social Work Year 1
 

Community Social Work Diploma

Community Social Work Diploma
 

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 Community Social Work Year 1

 

 Community Social Work Year 2