Counselling & interviewing
Learn techniques for working one-on-one with clients.
Career-focused training
Train for
a career as a
community services worker
in just 10 months.
Build the communication, organizational and administrative skills to support people through mental health, addiction recovery and social assistance programs.
Study online, hybrid or on campusInstructor-led online learning from anywhere in Ontario, or in person at three GTA campuses.
OnlineTorontoNorth YorkMississauga
Practicum includedGain experience through a practicum placement.
Counselling skillsLearn counselling and interviewing techniques.
01 Your training
Learn the skills to
support your community.
Learn how to assess clients’ emotional, social and health needs and develop tailored action plans to provide support and guidance.
If you have strong communication skills and enjoy helping others, this program could be a great fit.
Mental health & addictions
Study mental health, addictions and populations at risk.
Report writing
Write clear reports for community services.
Your local community
Learn how social work and community services operate in Canada.
WHAT’S IN THE DIPLOMA
18 courses, one clear goal
The diploma covers psychology, sociology, counselling, mental health, addictions, social work in Canada, report writing and a practicum.
Professional Skills for the Social WorkerIntroduction to PsychologyThe Canadian Family DynamicIntroduction to SociologyPopulations at RiskCounselling/Interviewing TechniquesLife-span Psychology and DevelopmentEffective Team work and Group ProcessIntroduction to Mental HealthIntroduction to AddictionsYour Local CommunitySocial Work in CanadaComputer Fundamentals with KeyboardingReport Writing for Community ServicesWorker’s Self CareStudent Success StrategiesCareers and Employment StrategiesPracticum02 Career possibilities
See where your new
skills can take you.
Get the training, tools and support you need to start a rewarding career helping others, in just 10 months.
Graduates can pursue careers in social services, shelters, group homes, correctional facilities, community organizations and school boards. Explore six roles.
PRACTICAL TRAINING
REAL OPPORTUNITIES
A BRIGHTER TOMORROW.
Community Service Worker
Help individuals and families access the support they need.
WHAT YOU MIGHT DO
Assess client needsDevelop action plans with clientsConnect clients with community resourcesWE’VE GOT YOU COVERED
These courses in the program prepare you for this role:
Counselling/Interviewing Techniques
Populations at Risk
Report Writing for Community Services
Employers set their own hiring requirements.
03 Practical experience
Gain Real-world experience.
The program includes a practicum, giving you the chance to apply your skills in a community services setting.
Community services workers play an integral role in improving lives and strengthening communities.
Practicum placementApply your skills in a real setting.
Diploma programEarn your diploma in 44 weeks.Career support includedGet help with résumé writing, career tips and job listings.04 Flexible learning
Online doesn’t mean learning alone.
CBC’s remote learning is interactive and instructor-led, and available from anywhere in Ontario.
Prefer a mix? CBC offers online, hybrid and in-person formats. The online classroom provides instructor-led sessions with one-on-one support, and the hybrid option combines virtual and on-campus learning.
Live online classesInteract with instructors and classmates in real time.
Instructor-led learningLearn with instructor support rather than studying on your own.
Anywhere in OntarioComplete the program remotely.
05 Why Canadian Business College
Guidance from the start.
Support along the way.
Canadian Business College pairs career-focused training with support designed to help students prepare for employment and explore funding options.
You’ll get hands-on training from industry professionals, plus career services including résumé writing, professional-development workshops, career tips and access to active job listings.
Career-focused diplomaTraining in counselling, mental health and community support.Career servicesRésumé writing, workshops, career tips and job listings.
Financial guidanceFinancial aid advisors help you explore funding options.Three GTA campusesToronto, North York and Mississauga.IN ABOUT
44 WEEKS
OF TRAINING TOWARD YOUR
COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER DIPLOMA
COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER DIPLOMA
Practical trainingSupportive learning
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