SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER selkirk.ca/ssw NON-ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS — Criminal Record Check with BC Ministry of Justice — Résumé — Two completed personal reference forms — Completed health information form — Awork reference based on 30 hours of paid or volunteer social services related work experience — Driver's license and transportation is recommended COMPUTER SKILLS — Basic computer skills are required for this program. Necessary skills include knowledge of internet, email, word processing and file management. You are encouraged to complete the Computer Skills Self Assessment COLLEGE READINESS TOOL — The College Readiness Tool (CRT) must be completed prior to starting the program. If you have completed the assessment previously at Selkirk, it's not necessary to do it again. Download the SSW Application Package at selkirk.ca/ssw Important Dates WINTER 2017 — April 14 - Winter semester instruction ends — April 18-26 - Winter semester exams (consult your program for details) FALL 2017 — September 5 - Get Connected (Campus Orientation Day) — September 6 - Fall Semester instruction begins Careers Graduates of our Social Service Worker Certificate and Diploma Programs Find Employment In — Community Services Settings — Shelters — Group Homes — Employment Programs — Outreach Programs — Child and Youth Care Settings 234 Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2017-18 Application Information STEPS TO APPLY — Fill out general application form. — Please make sure you meet all admission requirements, including the general admission requirements for the college and the specific admission requirements for your chosen program (these are listed in each program area). — You must also complete the College Readiness Tool (CRT) for reading and writing before registration in the program. For information on how to register, check with Paris Voykin at 250.365.7292, ext. 21313. — International Students (students who are applying to Selkirk College from locations outside of Canada) should follow the application steps required by Selkirk International. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED — Official transcripts from high school and all post- secondary institutions attended, mailed directly from the Ministry of Education and educational institutions. — Aresumé which includes a record of all previous employment AND a record of any volunteer work relevant to the proposed field of study. — A one-page statement explaining your goals and objectives for wanting to enroll in the program. — Two references from people who have known you well for more than two years. These references should be submitted by the referees in sealed envelopes marked “confidential” (please find the forms in the Application Package). — Acompleted form from an agency where you have done a minimum of 30 paid or volunteer hours. This form should be submitted directly by the agency or employer. — A health information form (please find the forms in the Application Package). — Acriminal record check from the Ministry of Justice (please find information in Application Package). Program Courses ADD 184 - INTRODUCTION TO ADDICTION This course is designed as an introduction to the study of addiction, both substance and behavioural. Current research in the pharmacological, physiological, social and spiritual causes of addiction are considered as well as current models for understanding dependence, recovery and relapse. Students learn how the addictive process is assessed and treated based on the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of the client. Family support, self-help programs, harm reduction and current trends in addictive substances and behaviours are also explored. On-Line in the Fall & On Campus in the Winter Introduction to Addiction can be taken on-line in the fall or on campus in the winter. The fall online option is open to part-time students. Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 or equivalent. ENGL 110 - COLLEGE COMPOSITION English 110 is about thinking and writing. You will learn how to develop and express informed opinions on issues that matter. You will also learn about research, editing, and expository and persuasive academic writing forms. Pre-requisites: A “C” or better in ENGL 12 or equivalent or LPI level 4 or written permission of the instructor and School Chair. ENGL 111 - INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE English 111 is about living more intensely. Rather than providing answers, literature prompts us to ask better questions of ourselves and each other. Drama, poetry, short stories, and novels will guide us in discussion, reflection, and writing about literature. Pre-requisites: FNGL 110 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent, or written permission of the instructor and School Chair. Note: English 112/114 is intended for students interested in a literary focus. FAM 180 - FAMILY DYNAMICS This course is designed to provide students with a variety of theoretical perspectives to understanding families. It considers the diversity of families including exploration of cultural differences, same- sex parents, single parents and blended families. The role of marriage is examined, as well as childbearing and socialization. Issues such as middle age, empty nest, aging in the family, and special concerns such as chronic illness, disability, alcoholism, violence, and poverty are introduced. *The fall semester of FAM 180 is in the classroom, the winter semester offering is via distance learning. Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 or equivalent. HSER 174 - INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS HSER 174: Interpersonal Communications provides the student with an opportunity to examine personal goals, values and attitudes; develop and practice listening and responding skills, and become more aware of personal strengths and limitations. selkirk.ca/programs