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Human Service Work Diploma

Learn how to build and maintain healthy relationships, communicate effectively and increase inclusion for vulnerable individuals within your community.

The curriculum for the Diploma in Human Service Work reflects the expanding responsibilities and evolving practice standards for graduates from non-degree social service programs. It has been developed with extensive community consultation and learning objectives are guided by provincially identified practice competencies.

The Human Service Work Diploma is a full-time and demanding endeavour. Students are in class approximately 18 hours/week and are expected to read and complete assignments outside of class on a daily basis. Students take responsibility for their own learning as well as being active participants in the classroom. Students graduating from this program will be working with people who are vulnerable and disadvantaged in some way. This generally requires graduates from this program to be client-centered, able to explore and challenge themselves (thoughts, feelings, behaviours) and to be open to change. Students entering into this program must be emotionally, physically, cognitively, and psychologically healthy.

As students progress through the Human Service Work program, they will develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be able to:
Relationships

Develop respectful, positive and ultimately helpful relationships with others. Encourage and assist others to expand their network of supportive relationships.
Communication

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with individuals and groups. Interact successfully and strategically by applying communication skills best suited to specific contexts.
Professionalism

Conduct oneself in a reliable, ethical and professional manner by acknowledging personal limitations, fulfilling role responsibilities and embracing professional values.
Community

Increase inclusion and acceptance of all people in their community while embracing a commitment to principles of social justice. Support access and development of appropriate resources and social support networks.

Advocacy

Effectively advocate in a collaborative, empowering way while demonstrating knowledge of relevant systemic contexts. Empower others by promoting self advocacy and the acquisition of self advocacy skills.

Team Work

Contribute to positive team development and functioning by using knowledge of group process and engaging in self assessment, collaborative decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolution.

Problem Solving/Critical Thinking

Use critical thinking skills in relevant situations.

Self-Awareness

Self-reflect and solicit feedback to increase awareness of the impact that one's attitude, beliefs, and behaviour have on self and others.
Skillful Practice

Promote client's quality of life, health and well-being through the application of such skills as assessment, planning, teaching, facilitating, providing emotional support, and action planning.

Life Long Learning

Continually strive to develop personally and professionally through a variety of learning experiences.

As students develop the above program outcomes, it is expected that they will demonstrate the following in the classroom:

Professional behaviour

Ability to engage in self-reflection

Ability to work as a member of a team

Ability to accept and integrate feedback as they evolve into a HSW professional

Ability to embrace change

Tolerance for diversity

The Diploma program is connected to a number of universities and university colleges throughout B.C. Details about transfer credit are available upon request.

Past graduates of the Human Service Worker Certificate program and graduates with certificates from other colleges will have opportunity to upgrade to a diploma credential. Seats will be awarded based on time and date of application. A limited number of seats will be available for students who wish to enrol on a part-time basis

Campus Information

Kelowna

1000 KLO Road Kelowna, BC V1Y 4X8

Vernon

7000 College Way Vernon, BC V1B 2N5

Salmon Arm

2552 10th Ave. NE Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2S4

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Careers Hub is where Okanagan College trained talent and community partners intersect to build key connections and valuable employment relationships.

Careers Hub facilitates pathways for Okanagan College students and alumni to connect with employment and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, and provides the opportunity for valued community partners to hire and make direct connections with OC students.

Students can easily engage with this user friendly, digital platform to find employment and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, connect with professional networks, apply for jobs, develop personal career readiness documents and track job applications; all in one place!

Valued employers and community partners can utilize this platform to post student and alumni employment opportunities and effortlessly tap into a diverse pool of highly skilled individuals by posting Co-op, Graduate, Full-Time, Part-Time, Indigenous Internship, Apprenticeship, Seasonal/Temporary and Volunteer opportunities. Enjoy Careers Hub features to manage applicants, arrange interviews, and find more ways to be involved in Careers Fairs and other on-campus recruitment activities.

Co-operative Education
The Co-operative (co-op) Education Program at Okanagan College offers required and elective co-op for a wide variety of academic and vocational programs. Co-op students extend educational knowledge with work-integrated learning, to further reinforce academic learning and professional development. Immersion into related employment opportunities develop skill ability, gain professional experience, and network.

Employers, simplifying the process of hiring a co-op student into your organization and accessing their talents is made effortless with our new web-based recruitment tool, Careers Hub. With over 15 academic and vocational programs, and students from all levels of coursework, Okanagan College student talent is diverse and skilled, offering a wide range of skills and fresh perspectives to enhance your organization. Co-op students can help bridge staffing gaps, tackle projects and events, and even become your next new graduate hire. By welcoming co-op students into your workforce, you also benefit from the guidance and support of our dedicated Careers Hub Coordinators, who facilitate employment connections and assist in finding the right fit for your organization.

PSW Opportunity

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:

Applicants must be 18 years of age, or turn 18 during their first semester. Applicants who are 17 years of age may be admitted if they have completed British Columbia Grade 12 or equivalent, or if they wish to study for the summer session only.

India

All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or,
Indian School Certificate or,
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/ Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or,
Senior Secondary Certificate/ Pre-University Certificate/ Intermediate Certificate

Nepal

Higher Secondary Certificate or,
Proficiency Certificate

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka General Certificate Of Education Advanced Level or,
General Certificate Of Education (GCE). Refer to British-based Curriculum

Okanagan College

Kelowna , British Columbia ,Canada