Diploma- Social Service Worker – Gerontology
2 Years Full Time
CourseImg Health Care CAD 35794
Min. Qualification :
10 + 2 High School / Senior Secondary
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Scholarship
Specializations
  • Health Care Management
Fees Details
Year Name Fees Total
1 Tution Fee CAD 17897 17897.0
2 Tution Fee CAD 17897 17897.0
Required Documents
  • Passport Copy
  • 10th Marklist
  • 12th Marklist/Equivalent
  • Proof of English Proficiency Test
Admission
Starting Date Application Deadline Status
2022-09-01 00:00:00.000 2022-08-01 00:00:00.000 Active
Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:

  • One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), minimum 60%

plus

  • Mathematics, Grade 12 (C or U) or mathematics, Grade 11 (M or U*) * MBF3C does not meet this requirement.
  • Minimum 65% overall average required for PBUSP, PBUSA, PBSAA
  • Minimum 70% overall average required for PBSAC

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements:

Test 

Required Minimum Scores

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT

overall score 80 with no individual section below 20

TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition2

overall score 80 with no individual section below 20

iTEP Academic2

overall score 3.7

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic Module

overall score 6 with no individual band below 5.5

PTE A (Pearson Test of English Academic)

overall score 58 with no individual section below 49

Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency)

overall Cambridge English Scale score 169 with no individual score below 162

Sheridan EAP (English for Academic Purposes)

70%

Sheridan EPA (English Proficiency Assessment)

Listening Band – 4.0
Reading Combined Band – 4.0
Writing – CLB 7

CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language)

overall score 60 with no individual section below 50

For more Updated Information , Please Click the Below Link :

https://www.sheridancollege.ca/admissions/how-to-apply/admission-requirements/english-language

Admission Process

1. Application along with supporting documents will be processed on TEN Agent portal.
2. Application fee of 100$ will be charged from the student and it will be paid by credit card only 
3. Student will receive the admission offer either conditional or unconditional on his TEN Agent portal.After accepting the offer Fee invoice will be generated on student account.
4.After getting the fee invoice student can pay the fee and fee receipt can be found on TEN Portal  (Ten Agents)

Syllabus

  • Semester 1

    CODE TITLE CREDITS
    GERO14142 Working with Older Adults and Care Partners 3
    CSRV13672 Social Diversity in Contemporary Canada 3
    GERO15982 Activation Techniques with Older Adults 3
    FLPL15738 Introduction to Gerontology Field Practicum 3
    COMM1999 Essential Communications 3
    PSYC15065G Psychology: Core Concepts 3
    TOTAL: 18
  • Semester 2

    CODE TITLE CREDITS
    GERO16111 Interventions for Older Adults and Care Partners 3
    GERO23551 Death, Dying and Bereavement 3
    GERO13898 Group Work with Older Adults 3
    FLPL17900 Foundations of Field Practicum 9
    CSRV21011 Introduction to Applied Research in Social Services 3
    TOTAL: 21
  • Semester 3

    CODE TITLE CREDITS
    GERO20001 Aging, Mental Health and Substance Use 3
    CSRV20213 Resource Development in the Older Adult Sector  3
    GERO28452 Assessment with Older Adults 3
    FLPL24178 Intermediate Field Practicum 9
    CCGE General Education Elective 3
    TOTAL: 21
  • Semester 4

    CODE TITLE CREDITS
    GERO10049 Aging, Wellness and Health Promotion 3
    CSRV16859 Policy and Justice in an Aging Society 3
    GERO23672 Case Management 3
    FLPL22758     Advanced Field Practicum 9
    CCGE General Education Elective 3
    TOTAL: 21

Description

Learn social service work focused on a growing population

Social service workers who focus on gerontology are sought out by many organizations because of the growing senior population in Canada. This in-depth diploma answers society’s needs by teaching the foundations of social service work, while training you to specialize in work with the elderly.

Work with our faculty of community service professionals

Our faculty come from a wide range of community service roles, and includes social workers, community developers and gerontology specialists. Each professor brings their unique and valuable experience to every course, providing you with one-of-a-kind knowledge that only years in the field provides.

Get hands-on social service work experience in field placements

 

In Terms 2, 3 and 4 you’ll work with seniors in a field placement two days a week. This means valuable on-the-job experience and the chance to practically apply your class lessons. You’ll support older adults in different settings, and also establish valuable career connections in the community.

 

Things you'll learn to do

 

  • Advocate with government and not-for-profit agencies who provide services for older adults.
  • Develop and implement therapeutic recreation and activation programs.
  • Co-ordinate home support services and/or volunteer programs.
  • Support persons living with cognitive impairments or mental health challenges and their families.
  • Deliver a holistic service plan to improve the lives of older adults.
  • Gain Professional Registration

When you graduate from the Social Service Worker – Gerontology program, you'll be eligible for membership with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. As a member of this body, you can use the title “Registered Social Service Worker.” For additional details, visit the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers site.

University Linkages

This college diploma program maintains linkages with a number of universities, which offer further educational opportunities for our graduates.

Sheridan Centre for Elder Research

The Social Service Worker – Gerontology program has a unique partnership with the Sheridan Centre for Elder Research. Research at the Centre is regularly integrated into our curriculum, and students may have the opportunity to engage in applied research projects.

Visa

For visa process, refer to this link:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
The VISA Application should be submitted online with Documents mentioned below.

Study Permit – Checklist of Documents.

  1. All Academic Documents
    1. 10th  Marksheet
    2. 12th Marksheet
    3. Passing Certificate
    4. Admit Card (12thClass)
    5. Bachelors Marksheets
    6. Degree Certificate
    7. Backlog Certificate
  2. IELTS/PTE
  3. E- Medical – Information or tracking sheet (After Medical Doctor will give you this document).
  4. Passport / Old Passport (if any)
  5. 2 Photographs with white background. (35mm X 45mm) (80% face should be visible)
  6. Aadhar Card
  7. Income tax returns of Parents (Only in case of Non-SDS Applicants).

Note:  All documents front and back sheet, (1 Photocopy set (clear) and notarized)

  1.  Copy of birth certificate, if you are under 18 years of age
  2.  Job Documents, if you are employed or proof of past employment, if any

(Experience Letter, Appointment Letter, Bank account Salary Statement (last 3 months), Pay Slips (last 3 months), Job Relieving Letter if resigned (From each employer)

Any document in a language other than English must be accompanied by notary attested English translation.

For GIC: 10200 CAD (Funds must be transferred to Canada from student’s bank account in India)

Embassy Fee:  235 CAD (150 CAD VISA Fee + 85 CAD Biometric Fee)

 

Diploma- Social Service Worker – Gerontology
  • Mississauga, Canada
  • ESTD 1967
  • Public
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