Check local community agencies for employment trends and opportunities. Note Individuals who intend to complete this program and obtain the certificate must declare their intention to do so and must meet all program admission and completion requirements. Applicants residing outside BC who want to complete the program may participate at workshop and practicum sites in BC if appropriate arrangements can be made. Individuals who do not intend to complete this program may be allowed to take all SSWP courses except the two practicum courses. Applicants residing outside BC who wish to complete the program may participate at practicum sites in BC if appropriate arrangements can be made.
Attendance is required.
Enrolment may be limited. Theory courses are available to individuals in any location. However, individuals residing outside BC are responsible for additional expenses such as the cost of postage and audio-conferencing. Students who have completed Grade 12 English with a B average may complete the voluntary English Language and Writing Assessment or the Language Proficiency Index and are exempt from ENGL 106 if they obtain a writing level score of 5 or 6. Completion of a Grade 12 program or the Adult Graduation Diploma is recommended.