School of Health, Human Care and Wellness
Social Service Worker - Gerontology
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Train hands-on for this in-demand career field.
Overview
As the baby boomer generation ages, there is an increased demand for professionals with knowledge and expertise in aging. The focus of this program is to enhance the quality of life for older adults using a holistic approach.
Graduates of this program are eligible for registration with the Ontario College of Social Service.
Your Future Career
- Long term health care
- Retirement homes and assisted living settings
- Community care
What You Learn
- Gerontology
- Mental health across the lifespan
- Leisure, recreation and health promotion
- Canada's First Peoples
- Family dynamics
What You Need - Recommended
What You Need - Recommended
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
You will also need:
- First Aid / CPR (2nd year) - apx. $80.00
- CPIC (2nd year) - apx. $25.00
- Business Casual Clothing (2nd year) - up to $100.00
- Clearance Card (2nd year) - apx. $20.00
- Hep B Shots (2nd year) - apx. $75.00
Certification/Accreditation
Certification/Accreditation
Ontario College Diploma
Students can apply to register with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.
Further Your Education
Further Your Education
Pathway to Canadore College Programs
- Advertising and Marketing Communications – 1 year to complete
- Recreation and Leisure Services – 1 year to complete
- Recreation Therapy – 1 year to complete
- Strength and Sport Conditioning – 1 year to complete
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution in Ontario?
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution in Canada?
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution Internationally?
Please contact the Pathways Officer if you have additional questions regarding the credit transfer process:
Micheline Demers – Pathways Officer
705.474.7600 ext 5139
Micheline.Demers@canadorecollege.ca
