Diploma in Social Service Worker

The Diploma in Social Service Worker at Lambton College's Sarnia campus is a two-year college diploma that gives you a strong, career-focused, hands-on education in this field.

You will prepare to support individuals, families and communities facing social challenges — counselling and interviewing skills, human development, social welfare and policy, group work, addictions and mental health — with supervised placements. Graduates are eligible to register with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and work in community agencies, shelters, addictions and family services.

Delivered with hands-on labs and placements at Lambton College's Sarnia campus in Ontario — an affordable college in Canada's industrial heartland. This program is on Lambton's official PGWP-Ready list (CIP 44.0000), so graduates may qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit; the final decision always rests with IRCC.

Graduates are well placed for roles such as Social Service Worker, Community Support Worker and Case Worker/Aide, leaving with practical, hands-on skills and real Canadian experience that employers value.

Beyond technical training, you will build the communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills that transfer across careers and support long-term success in Canada and beyond.

With supportive instructors, modern facilities and a strongly career-focused approach, international students at Lambton College get practical learning and a welcoming place to study.