Program Overview

Community Services

Overview

The Community Services program at Herzing College is designed to prepare students for a career helping people in need. The program covers the fundamentals of social work, including the Canadian social welfare system, psychology, sociology, and human development. Students will learn about the effects of addiction, mental health disorders, and other challenges, as well as interviewing and counseling techniques.

Career Outlook

There is a steady demand for Community Services Workers (CSWs) across Canada. Successful graduates can find career opportunities at hospitals, halfway houses, detox centers, residential care facilities, outpatient clinics, shelters, youth centers, and correctional facilities. Job titles may include Child/Youth Worker, Gerontology Aide, Addictions Counsellor, Family Service Worker, Crisis Intervention Worker, Women's Shelter Worker, Aboriginal Outreach Worker, Community Development Worker, Mental Health Aide, and Residential Support Worker.

Study Topics

The coursework in the Community Services program covers:

• An overview of the Canadian social welfare system
• The fundamentals of psychology and sociology
• The stages of human development
• Family dynamics
• The effects of addiction on individuals and society
• Therapies for common mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia
• Interviewing and counseling techniques
• Report writing
• The code of ethics of the Canadian Association of Social Workers

Admission Requirements

• Minimum of a Canadian high school grade 12 or equivalent, or a mature student
• Pass an entrance test administered by Herzing College
• Be interviewed in detail regarding interest in the field
• Note: admission to some programs may include additional requirements

Program Details

• Industry: Healthcare
• Program Length: 12 months, includes internship
• Learning Format: Online, On Campus at Herzing Ottawa
• Language: English

Why Choose This Program?

• 12-month program that gets you to work quickly
• Included internship offers real, front-line work experience
• Many students are offered jobs straight out of their internship
• Learn from passionate instructors with years of social work experience
• Small class sizes where every student gets step-by-step support
• Get access to the Herzing Open Education Program (HOEP), which lets you take additional healthcare courses after you graduate, tuition-free!
• Take advantage of our amazing career development team, who helps create your resume, prepare for interviews, and apply for CSW jobs
• Students of all ages and backgrounds

Related Healthcare Programs

• Health Care Aide
• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Medical Office Administration
• Mental Health and Addictions Worker
• Personal Support Worker

Campus Locations

• Winnipeg, MB
• Cambridge, ON
• Toronto, ON
• Ottawa, ON
• Montreal, QC

International Students

Herzing College welcomes students from all over the globe. At Herzing, you can join a vibrant community of diverse learners and build the skills you need to thrive in the Canadian job market.