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Social Work Technology
388.A1- DCS
Human
International Student
language
French
path
In person (day)
duration
3 years
admission
Winter 2027
Description
Become agents of change and help society!
This 6 semester program (2,670 hours) leads to a Diploma of College Studies (DCS) and is offered as an in-person, daytime program. It aims to train technicians capable of carrying out social intervention processes—based on an assessment of the social needs of individuals, families, groups, or communities—in an ethical manner tailored to the specific issues, clientele, and intervention approach. The program combines theory and practice, enabling future technicians to provide support to vulnerable individuals and promote social justice.
This program includes 840 hours of internship, spread across four different internships.
You will need to use a laptop (PC) to follow your courses at the college. A portable computer can never be replaced by a cell phone. Here are the laptop specifications:
- Windows 10 or 11 or macOS X 10.11 or higher
- Processor: latest-generation Intel I7 or AMD Ryzen 7 or Intel I5 or AMD Ryzen 5 with VT-X virtualization support
- Memory: minimum 16 GB
- SSD hard disk: 500 GB or more
- Screen: 14 inches or more
- Connectivity: USB 3.0, WIFI and NIC LAN
- You will need a USB-RJ45 adapter if the laptop does not contain a network socket.
Admission requirements
In order to be admitted to this program, you must:
Have a Secondary School Diploma (SSD)
OR
Have a Secondary Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) including:
- Secondary V Language of Instruction;
- Secondary V Second Language;
- Secondary IV Mathematics
OR
Have equivalent qualification for a person who has studied outside Quebec
OR
Have equivalent experience and qualifications and have interrupted his or her full-time studies for a period of at least 24 consecutive months.
A candidate who has not obtained his or her SSD or DVS can be accepted conditionally if no more than 6 credits are missing to obtain the SSD or DVS. In such a case, the candidate must agree to complete the missing credits during his or her first semester of studies.
How to apply?
To apply, you must fill out the form for the Application for admission, upload the necessary documents and pay the fees (See Steps for admission )
Applicants who are in their final year of high school receive a conditional acceptance, pending receipt of their high school diploma.
Collège O’Sullivan de Montréal inc. operates on a first-come, first serve basis. Applications are processed throughout the year. An applicant will usually be notified of the Admissions Committee’s decision within three weeks of their application during the registration period.
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Advantages
Why O’Sullivan?
Hands-on learning
Training focused on AI usage, utilizing a practical approach and real-world simulations to provide concrete experience and effectively prepare students for workplace demands.
Internships included
This program includes four different internships; the first is an observational internship starting in the second term, allowing students to determine whether the field is a good fit for them.
Teachers are experts in their field
The program’s teachers are experts in the field, with extensive industry experience.
Competitive program
A competitive program designed in response to market demand in the field of social work, to meet existing needs.
Lifetime Placement Service
A lifetime placement service is available to support you in your search for internships or employment, both during and after your studies.
Hybrid mode
Classes are offered remotely every Friday, providing an advantageous hybrid format that allows for better time management and fosters productivity.
Career
With this DCS, social work technicians can work in various settings:
Health and social services sector:
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Hospital centre (CH)
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Local community service centre (CLSC);
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Integrated health and social services centre (CISSS);
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Rehabilitation centre (CR), etc.
Public sector:
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Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ);
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Ministry of Immigration, Diversity and Inclusion; etc.
Education sector:
- Early childhood Centre;
- School Board;
- College-level educational institution; etc.
Community sector:
- Youth Center;
- Women’s Shelter;
- Respite Center; etc.
All individuals trained in social work techniques are qualified to carry out their work ethically by basing their interventions on three key indicators:
- The issue;
- The clientele;
- The mode of intervention.
What sets graduates of Collège O’Sullivan de Montréal Inc. apart is their role as true agents of change in a rapidly evolving society. Whether through their ability to leverage artificial intelligence to boost performance, stay current, and work efficiently, or through the diverse intervention techniques they employ and their agility in adapting to different contexts, these graduates strive to leave a lasting mark on their workplaces. This contribution is evident from the moment they are hired and stems directly from the exposure to real-world activities they gained during their studies.
Tools and Softwares
- Suite MS Office
- Generative Artificial Intelligence : Perplexity, Claude et Gemini.
Course curriculum
Program curriculum
Program courses
388-101-OS
Initiation à la relation d’aide
60 h
388-102-OS
Initiation à la profession
60 h
388-103-OS
Interprofessionnalisme
45 h
388-106-OS
Animation de rencontres
45 h
388-104-OS
Fondements des problématiques sociales
45 h
388-105-OS
Exclusion sociale, inégalité et pauvreté
45 h
388-201-OS
Relation d’aide (PA/388-101-OS)
45 h
388-202-OS
Développement de l’individu
45 h
388-203-OS
Travail social et enjeux de santé physique et mentale I
60 h
388-204-OS
STAGE 1
45 h
365-200-OS
Intelligence artificielle : la comprendre pour l’apprivoiser
45 h
388-301-OS
Enjeux de violence et travail social
45 h
388-302-OS
Dynamique familiale (PA/388-202-OS)
90 h
388-303-OS
Travail social et enjeux de santé physique et mentale II
75 h
388-304-OS
Travail social et communautés
60 h
388-401-OS
Intervention de groupe (PA/388-304-OS)
90 h
388-402-OS
Intervention communautaire
90 h
388-403-OS
Intervention et contextes juridiques (PA/388-105-OS et 388-203-OS)
45 h
388-404-OS
STAGE 2
90 h
388-501-OS
Défense des droits (PA/388-105-OS et 388-203-OS)
60 h
388-502-OS
Intervention sociale en situation de crise (PA/388-105-OS et 388-203-OS)
60 h
388-503-OS
Impacts sur le marché du travail
45 h
388-504-OS
Stage 3 (PA/388-404-OS)
240 h
388-601-OS
Séminaire et ESP (PA/388-504-OS)
60 h
388-602-OS
STAGE 4 (PA/388-504-OS)
465 h
The College supports each student in their search for an internship.
The College reserves the right to modify the content of this program without notice.
Tuition fees
Tuition fees of the program
Quebec Student
- Application fee : $50 *
- Registration fee : $200 *
Fees per semester
- Tuition fees : $2,300
- General services : $60 *
- Student activities : $20 *
Total
Total tuition fees per year (2 semesters) : $4,760
* Non-refundable fees
Consult the tuition fees document for more information.
Canadien Student
- Application fee : $50 *
- Registration fee : $200 *
Fees per semester
- Tuition fees : $2,300
- General services : $60 *
- Student activities : $20 *
Total
Total tuition fees per year (2 semesters) : $4,760
* Non-refundable fees
Additional tuition fees of $1,926 per semester will be imposed on Canadian students who are considered non-residents of Quebec due to regulations from the Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement Supérieur.
Consult the tuition fees document for more information.
International Student
- Application fee : $50 *
- Registration fee : $200 *
Fees per semester
- Tuition fees : $7,000
- General services : $60 *
- Student activities : $20 *
Total
Total tuition fees per year (2 semesters): $14,160
*Non-refundable fees
Consult the International Students Tuition fees document for more information.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the program.
Are classes done in real time, or are pre-recorded in advance?
All classes are given in real time with the students present online.
Does the College provide laptops for the students?
No, the College is BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). Each student is responsible for having their own laptop to attend classes online.
Contact
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