Community Support Worker

Community Support Workers are vital for many people to achieve a higher level of independence and quality of life.

If you’re organized, enjoy helping others and are looking to get established in a steady, professional career in a short time, a Diploma in Community Support could be an excellent opportunity.

The Community Support Worker Diploma Program from Bredin College provides the hands-on training, practical experience and industry support it takes to pursue a rewarding career support without spending years in school.

As part of the program, you will get your very own laptop that you will use to help you develop relevant skills for Community Support work. Feel confident and at ease knowing you can practice your skills anywhere you are, all while receiving quality face-to-face instruction on-campus at Bredin College.

Classes are led by dedicated professionals with years of experience working in the field. As a student, you’ll train on industry-current information and get up-to-date skills in areas employers look for, including:

• Introduction to the Helping Profession
• Introduction to Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
• Community Service Work Administration
• Community Practice
• Human Health Service Model
• Canadian Social Policy
• Business Communications
• Human Development & Development Through the Lifespan
• Sociology & Psychology
• Family Dynamics
• Substance Use
• Crisis Intervention
• At Risk Youth
• Communication & Interview Skills with Clients
• Human Sexuality
• Report Writing
• Community Service Work
• First Aid Training
• Legal Aspects of  Social Work
• Group Facilitation
• Career Strategies
• Practicum Placement