ObjectivesThe Pre-UNBC Diploma trains individuals to work with children and families experiencing difficulties in the community. After completing the BSW degree, career opportunities can include child protection, probation, mental health, residential treatment, alcohol and drug programs, and more.
Academic titleSocial Work Diploma, Pre-UNBC
Course descriptionSemester 1 September to December
ENGL 103 Composition and Style
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I
SSWK 145 Communication and Interpersonal Relationship Skills
SSWK 171 Introduction to Social Services
SSWK 195 Issues and Principles of Fieldwork and Community: Seminar I
UT Elective One of PSYC 101, PSYC 102, CRIM 103, FNST 100, WMST 101, or other UT courses, chosen in consultation with the Social Work department and CNC Counselling and Advising.
Semester 2 January to April
SOC 206 Social Problems
SSWK 142 Helping Skills: Practical Applications
SSWK 151 History and Philosophy of Social Welfare Policy
SSWK 196 Practicum and Seminar
Intersession May
SSWK 199 Practicum* and Seminar
Semester 3 September to December
SSWK 255 Counselling Theories
SSWK 241 Group Process and Practice
SSWK 263 Chemical Dependency
UT Elective Three courses
Semester 4 January to April
SOC 230 Critical Perspectives on Contemporary Families