PROGRAM DETAILS
Comprehensive Community Service Worker
The Community Service Worker (CSW) Program at Academy of Learning Career College equips you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to make a positive impact in communities. This comprehensive program covers psychology, sociology, mental health, and addictions, while also providing practical skills in case management, counseling, and business communication.
With a 160-hour work placement, students gain real-world experience in community service settings, preparing them for careers in healthcare, social services, and public administration.
CAREER ADVANTAGES
Why Community Service Worker?
- Holistic Learning: Combine theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on training to build a strong foundation in social service work.
- Real-World Experience: Gain 160 hours of supervised work placement in an approved facility to apply your skills in real settings.
- Comprehensive Skill Set: Develop expertise in mental health, addictions support, and social advocacy practices.
- Job-Ready: Build proficiency in Microsoft Office and business communication to enhance employability.
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Community Service Worker Skills Employers Are Looking For
Upon completing the Community Service Worker Course at the Academy of Learning Career College, you will acquire the following essential skills:
- Psychology & Sociology Fundamentals
- Mental Health & Addictions Awareness
- Family Life & Criminology
- Case Management & Counseling Skills
- Business Communication & Report Writing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- 160 Hours of Work Placement Experience
EMPLOYMENT & CAREERS
Employment-Focused Training for Today’s Community & Social Services Workforce
This program is designed to help students develop practical, job-ready community support and social service skills that align with current employer and workforce requirements. Training focuses on real-world client support, case management, mental health awareness, communication, advocacy, and community care practices used across social service and healthcare environments.
Graduates are prepared to transition into community support and social service roles across a variety of organizations, including healthcare facilities, youth centres, housing services, public administration, and community outreach programs.
Job Roles You Can Pursue
- Healthcare and Social Assistance
- Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
- Youth Centres
- Public Administration Departments
- Social Advocacy Organizations
- Provincial Government Hospitals
- Community Food and Housing Services
These environments require professionals who can support individuals, families, and communities through communication, advocacy, case support, and community-based services.
Industries That Hire Our Graduates
- Community and social service organizations
- Healthcare and mental health facilities
- Residential and long-term care environments
- Youth and family support centres
- Housing and outreach programs
- Government and public sector organizations
- Non-profit and advocacy organizations
These sectors continue to require professionals with practical community support, interpersonal communication, and client care experience.
Lifetime Career Support & Employer Connections
Career support continues beyond graduation. Students have access to ongoing career planning assistance, employer connections, and job search support designed to help them remain competitive in community and social service environments.
- Resume and interview preparation
- Career guidance and employment assistance
- Access to hiring networks and employer opportunities
- Ongoing job search support
- Professional development and career planning guidance
Our focus is on helping students build long-term employment opportunities — not just complete a program.
Built for Real Work Environments
Training is centered around practical workplace applications, including case management, client communication, mental health and addictions awareness, counseling support, documentation, and community advocacy practices.
The program also includes a supervised work placement that provides exposure to real community and social service environments.
This approach helps graduates enter the workforce with skills that reflect real employer expectations in community support and social service settings.
SALARY OUTLOOK
Expected Salary for Community Service Worker
Community service worker professionals can earn competitive salaries depending on experience, interpersonal skills, and community demand. This program prepares graduates with social support, case management, and communication skills for long-term career opportunities in community organizations and social service environments.
C $52,000.00
Data source: Job Bank Canada.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
What You Need to Get Started
Applicants must meet the admission requirements and complete the enrollment process before starting the program. Our admissions team will guide you through each step.
- Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status with CAST testing
- Proof of English Proficiency (If First Language not English)
- Admission Interview
- Minimum Age of 18
- Wonderlic SLE Admission Test (Minimum score 18)
- Possible medical tests or vaccinations
- Adequate level of physical health to fulfill job requirements
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
CAREER OUTLOOK
Launch Your Community Service
Complete the Community Service Worker Program in just 41 weeks and launch your career in community service, social assistance, and public administration. With a strong foundation in mental health, addictions, and case management, you’ll be well-prepared to make a lasting difference in the community.
Contact us today to start your journey toward becoming a skilled Community Service Worker!
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