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Community Services Worker

About the Program

The Community Services Worker diploma program trains you to support individuals and families through mental health challenges, addiction recovery, and social assistance needs. Learn counselling techniques, crisis intervention, and client assessment while developing communication and organizational skills to make a meaningful difference in your community.

Key Benefits

Career-ready in 44 weeks - diploma with hands-on practicum experience
Comprehensive training - mental health, addictions, counselling, psychology, sociology
Practical experience - real-world practicum placement in community settings
Flexible online learning - available at Toronto, North York, Mississauga

Career Opportunities

Roles: Community Service Worker, Child & Youth Worker, Social Services Worker, Settlement Worker

Why it matters: Rewarding career helping individuals and families while strengthening communities through essential support services

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Choosing a school or program can feel overwhelming, especially when funding details, eligibility, and timelines may depend on your personal situation.

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*All student funding, whether made available privately or through various government branches, is only approved to those who qualify, by the original source of funding. There are many criteria that each candidate must meet to be approved. Schools can only inform you of what may be available.