Gerontology courses

Canadore College

Social Service Worker - Gerontology in Canadore College

  • Duration : 2 Years
  • Intake : January
  • Level : Undergraduate Diploma
  • Tuition & fees : $ 14,267 CAD Per Year
  • IELTS : 5.5
  • TOEFL : 0
  • PTE : 0


About Social Service Worker - Gerontology in Canadore College

Train hands-on for this in-demand career field and gain the skills necessary to work with Canada's aging population. As the baby boomer generation ages, there is an increased demand for caring professionals with knowledge and expertise in aging. This program will teach you the skills and knowledge required by social service workers to assist older adults in maintaining their independence and enhance their quality of life.

Your Future Career

  • Long-term health care 
  • Retirement homes and assisted living settings
  • Community care
  • Hospice
  • Adult day programs

What You Learn

  • Gerontology 
  • Mental health across the lifespan
  • Leisure, recreation and health promotion 
  • Canada's First Peoples
  • Family dynamics
  • Therapeutic case management
  • Interpersonal skills related to death and bereavement

Note: Graduates may apply to register with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Class 12 passed students from a recognized board including CBSE, CISCE or a state board
  • All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications

English language requirements (one of the below):

IELTS: You must have a minimum overall band score of 5.5 on the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or equivalent accepted English language proficiency test to be admitted to a postsecondary program at the college.
Please note, some Whitireia degree level programmes require a higher level of English language competence. 

TOEFL iBT : 60 - 90

PTE: 40 - 65

Canadore College Highlights

Type of College Public
Establishment Year 1972
Number of Campuses 4
Mode of Instruction Campus, Hybrid, and Online
International Intake 150+
Test Scores Accepted TOEFL, IELTS
Medium of Instruction English

Canadore College Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Course Tuition Fee/year (in USD)
Business Management 10712.54
Civil Engineering (3 year diploma) 10712.54 
Environmental Management(PG) 13701.37
Supply Chain Management(PG) 10411

Other Expenses

Particulars Estimated Cost(in USD)
On-Campus residence(North Bay) 8,700 - 10,500
Of-campus residence 12,500 - 14,500
Books and Supplies 1000 -3000
Personal Expenses(per week) 200 - 800

Know more about Studying in Canada

Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada CAD 150
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 14,267

Total

$ 14,267