ObjectivesThe Community Social Service Worker (CSSW) program is designed to prepare new professionals for work in the field of social services.
Practical experienceThe program includes both classroom-based studies and field-related work (practicum) at social service agencies. A practicum involves placement in a community social service agency with an opportunity to practice skills learned in the program. The certificate program has two practicums, one in the second semester and one in the third.
Academic titleCommunity Social Service Work Certificate
Course descriptionSemester I
Course Title Credits
CFCS 1110 Introduction to Community 3
CFCS 1121 Personal and Professional Development 1.5
CFCS 1130 Change and Development: Lifespan 3
CSSW 1100 Community Social Service Work: Introduction 3
CSSW 1122 Community Social Service Work: Counselling 3
13.5
Semester II
CFCS 1221 Wellness: Self and Professional Practice 1.5
CSSW 1200 Introduction to Social Welfare 3
CSSW 1222 Counselling and Group Skills 3
CSSW 1223 Inner City Social Service Work 1.5
CSSW 1240 Practicum I 4.5
CFCS 1260 Community Practice: Addictions 3
16.5
Semester III
CFCS 2333 Change and Development Families: Working From a Family Perspective 3