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Social Service Worker at Sault College
Ontario College Diploma · Community Services · Sault Ste. Marie campus
Program code: 1203
What do you need to get into Sault Social Service Worker?
What courses do you need?
As the college's page lists them. A U (university preparation) course counts where a C (college preparation) course is asked for.
- Required
- Ontario high school diploma (OSSD) or mature student status, no set courses
- Recommended
- Ontario Secondary School diploma with Grade 12 English (C) ENG4C, or mature student status. You are encouraged to look at the High School Program Pathway Chart available online in the Program Overview for recommended courses that will help you be more prepared for the SSW program.
What else each course keeps open: ENG4C
How much does Sault Social Service Worker cost?
For a student from Ontario, at this year's prices. Food after first year, transit and personal spending are left out.
- Tuition
- $2,700 first year, $5,400 in all
- Student fees
- $1,300 first year, $2,500 in all
- Residence and meals
- $6,300 to $9,800 first yearFirst year
- Rent after first year
- $8,400 in allHalf a two-bedroom in Sault Ste. Marie, $697 a month
What careers does Sault Social Service Worker lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- Early Childhood EducatorRun the learning day for kids under 6. Two years of college and a licence nearly everywhere in Canada.$46kTypical pay2 to 3 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
- Child and Youth WorkerWork alongside kids and teens in group homes, schools and hospitals who have been through trauma. A college diploma, and the job starts on day one of placement.$54kTypical pay3 to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Community Service WorkerSit with people on the worst day of their life and help them find food, housing, income and a way forward.$54kTypical pay1 to 2 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Career CounsellorHelp people figure out what to do for work, then help them actually get hired.$62kTypical pay2 to 6 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- College InstructorTeach your trade or field at a college. Real work experience counts more than a doctorate.$94kTypical pay7 to 12 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Driving InstructorTeach new drivers in a car with a second set of pedals. Cheap to get into, and the pay depends on how many lessons you fill.$42kTypical pay1 to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
Where else can you study community and social services?
The same field at other colleges, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (Honours)Algonquin, Ontario | 65% minimum average | $7,562 |
| Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development (Honours)Algonquin, Ontario | 65% minimum average | $6,900 |
| Bachelor of Early Learning Program Development (Honours)Conestoga, Ontario | 65% minimum average | $6,747 |
| Behavioural ScienceSt. Lawrence, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | $4,440 |
| Behavioural Science TechnicianDurham, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | Not published |
| Behavioural Science: Honours BachelorDurham, Ontario | 65% minimum average | $6,186 |
| Behavioural SciencesSeneca, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | Not published |
| Child & Youth CareLambton, Ontario | Meet the course requirements | $4,250 |
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: saultcollege.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Residence: saultcollege.ca (opens in a new tab)
How every figure in this part of the site is sourced, and the check of every link.
Careerhelp is not affiliated with Sault College. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.