Prep for Aboriginal Community Support Worker

Program Overview

This 16-week program gives students the prerequisites for entry into the Aboriginal Community Support Worker program. Students improve their academic skills in reading and writing while learning about the community support worker field.

Career Potential

Upon successful completion of the Prep for Aboriginal Community Support Worker program, students can look forward to learning in an entry-level human service career program. The Aboriginal Community Support Worker program can be the gateway to employment in a human service agency or to further learning. Students will gain an introduction to the skills necessary for helping individuals, families, or communities.

Admission Requirements

• Assessment of English skills
• Assessment of math skills for appropriate placement
• Admission recommendation from the program coordinator or the Human Service Careers coordinator

Transferability

This preparation program gives you prerequisites for entry into the Aboriginal Community Support Worker program.

Credential

After successfully completing this program, graduates will be awarded a NorQuest Prep for Aboriginal Community Support Worker certificate.

Tuition and Fees

2009/2010 Tuition and Fees (pdf)

Funding Your Education

Students in this program may be eligible for Alberta government funding including costs for tuition, books, and living expenses.

Program Outline (2009/10)

Last updated: April 29, 2008