Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as a social worker in B.C., you may choose to become certified through the B.C. College of Social Workers (BCCSW). Eligibility is achieved through completion of an approved post-secondary program, criminal record checks, and successful writing of a licensure exam.

Social and community service workers

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and biological development of children and the planning and design of related human services. These programs include courses in parent-child relations; parenting practices; special needs of children; parental and environmental influences on child development; external support services; and related public policy issues.

Child development

This instructional program class comprises any program not listed above that relates to Social sciences.

Social sciences, other

Social Justice Diplomas

Social and community service workers administer and implement a variety of social assistance programs and community services, and assist clients to deal with personal and social problems. They are employed by social service and government agencies, mental health agencies, group homes, shelters, substance abuse centres, school boards, correctional facilities and other establishments.

The Youth Justice Diploma blends child and youth care and criminology theory and practice. Courses related to substance use, mental health, Indigenous experiences, youth crime, and the criminal justice system, among others, help prepare you to engage young people in a trauma-informed way. You'll learn how to work with young people to meaningfully address their risk factors and promote resiliency. During your education, you'll take part in two supervised practicums. These practicum placements often lead to permanent positions. You'll do practicums in a variety of settings, including schools, residential services, community-based agencies, outreach programs, social and recreational settings, custody centres, community centres and neighbourhood houses, and Indigenous agencies.  

Youth Justice Diploma

For information and to apply visit the institution's website:

[Social Justice Studies DIploma](https://continuingstudies.uvic.ca/humanities-and-social-sciences/programs/social-justice-studies)

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