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Students and staff supported the Sunshine Initiative in Orillia, which is working to make the city happier and healthier through a variety of community projects. HUMAN SERVICES HIGHLY COMPETITIVE PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Graduates meet the educational requirements for registration as social service workers in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Employment opportunities are affiliated with: • community mental health • government • non-profit agencies Primary career categories include: • programs serving children and families • community shelters • mental health and disability services • employment resources • seniors' programs • housing • education services FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS Graduates of SSWK may be granted credit toward degree studies at the following institutions via articulation and transfer agreements: Algoma University (ON), Athabasca University (AB), Brock University (ON), Carleton University (ON), Conestoga College (ON), Davenport University (US), Griffith University (Australia), Lakehead University (ON), Nipissing University (ON), Ryerson University (ON), University of Guelph-Humber (ON), University of New Brunswick Saint John (NB), University of Ontario Institute of Technology (ON) and Wilfrid Laurier University (ON). PLEASE NOTE Additional requirements include: • up-to-date immunization record • CPR certificate • Standard First Aid certificate • Police Vulnerable Sector Check GeorgianCollege.ca/SSWK SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER SSWK This program provides the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills required to effectively assume the role of a helping professional in the diverse and complex field of social services. Students are challenged to examine their beliefs and values, to develop interpersonal communication skills and to promote values of social justice, human dignity and equality. The program philosophy is based on a fundamental belief in the dignity, worth and potential of all people, emphasizing knowledge and skill development in interviewing, communication and relationship building; effective membership and leadership in groups; working with families; and utilizing evidence-based decision-making. Students practise the skills involved in case management, community development and advocacy and are provided with opportunities to engage in the community through community service learning and field placement. ONTARIO COLLEGE DIPLOMA 2 years (4 semesters) STARTS SEPTEMBER: Orillia, South Georgian Bay (Collingwood) STARTS JANUARY: Orillia Approximate annual fees: $3,992.56 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS OSSD or equivalent with • Grade 12 English (C or U) PLACEMENTS 3 field placements 94 GeorgianCollege.ca