With the Social Service Worker Applied Diploma from the College of New Caledonia, you can launch a fulfilling career supporting vulnerable individuals and communities. This two-year programme is designed for those ready to develop advanced helping skills and work with greater independence in settings like residential care, women's and men's programs, shelters, and First Nations social services organizations. You will gain a strong foundation in social welfare policy, communication, and practical helping skills, preparing you for complex social service roles.
This Social Service Worker Applied Diploma is studied full-time on campus over two years. Your learning will involve a blend of core courses, including essential subjects like Introduction to Psychology and Sociology, alongside practical applications of helping skills and group process. You will also engage with critical perspectives on families and social welfare policy, culminating in fieldwork preparation. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for roles requiring a higher level of skill and autonomy in the social services sector.