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undergraduate

Degree

Social Work Diploma

undergraduate

Degree

Social Work Diploma

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $20,822 CAD

  • Application fee

    $140 CAD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PGWP

    2-3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

Highlights
Practicum

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 04-August-2023 2023-08-04
Fall-September 04-August-2024 2024-08-04

Overview

Social Work Diploma

The two-year Social Work Diploma program at Bow Valley College will provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and preparation for a career in social work practice and incorporates a unique multicultural focus enabling graduates to support a diverse clientele. 

This program promotes social justice and prepares learners to apply the basic fundamentals of social work practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities. 

In addition to social work foundations, learners develop intercultural values and knowledge, advocacy skills, and self-reflection. 

Social Work Diploma graduates work in non-profit and private agencies, including community-based organizations, schools, addiction services, residential settings, senior care facilities, and government organizations.

Mission

The Social Work Diploma program at Bow Valley College prepares learners for generalist practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities through integrating theory into professional practice. 

The program promotes a commitment to social justice, ethical practice, and advocacy for diverse populations.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$20,822

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,172
Accommodation 1 bed room 0
Tuition 1 person $20,822

Hourly wage

Min wage

15 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

83
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

59
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Cambridge

-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
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reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Duolingo Score: 95 - 100 

The International English Language Learning program offers five levels. Each level costs approximately $4,959 per semester. 

Your initial level placement can be determined by submitting a valid English language proficiency exam result (IELTS Academic, Duolingo, TOEFL, or Pearson PTE). 

The level placement will be based on the lowest band score of the official English proficiency exam result.

Students who successfully complete Academic English 2 with a grade of “B-” or higher meet the language proficiency requirements for most Bow Valley College, SAIT, and other post-secondary programs.

LevelIELTS AcademicDuolingoPearson PTE ATOEFL iBT

International ELL Preparation

400 hours over 15-week term

3.545-5024-2524-25

International ELL 1

400 hours over 15-week term

4.055-60 26-2926-31

Transition to Academic English (TAE)

400 hours over a 15-week term

4.565-7030-3532-43

Academic English 1 (AE1)

400 hours over 15-week term

5.075-8036-4153

Academic English 2 (AE2)

400 hours over 15-week term

5.585-9042-5071

Academic background and requirement

  • Credit in English 30-1 or a minimum of 65% in English 30-2 or equivalent

Or

  • Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test with a standard score of 520 in Language Arts: Reading and Writing

Or

  • Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admissions Test

 

Upgrading High School Program

Complete or upgrade the high school courses you need to enter post-secondary education. Bow Valley College offers accredited Alberta Education high-school courses and flexible learning options to help you quickly reach your goals.

Career opportunities

  • Social Worker
  • Healthcare Social Worker
  • Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Worker
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Child, Family & School Social Worker
  • School Counsellor
  • Clinical Social Worker

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