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Specifically designed for Indigenous learners, this unique program aims to empower individuals to make a positive impact in their communities through social services. Graduates will be prepared for diverse roles in social services areas such as mental health, education, and family services.
Online Only
Placements
This program is currently accepting applications.
Sep 11, 2026
2 Years (5 semesters)
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Do you feel rooted in your community and want to help those around you? The Social Service Worker – Indigenous Specialization program through Oshki-Wenjack gives you the knowledge and experience to support individuals, families, and entire communities. We help you develop your skills to address the social, cultural, and political issues that affect the lives of your clients. You will help people overcome barriers to health care, social services, legal services, and other services to connect them with the supports they need. This program in partnership with Sault College mixes classroom courses with field placements for a holistic, Indigenous approach to social services. Graduates can register with the College of Social Work and Social Service Workers.
You can apply for this course even if there are no intakes listed below, and we will contact you when dates become available.
Intake #1
Intake #1
Sep 11, 2026
May 15, 2026
Intake #2
Intake #2
$ 3,798.20
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATIONGrade 12 Diploma or mature student test or College Access graduate
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (2 doses)
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Toll Free: 1-866-636-7454
Phone: 807-626-1897
E-mail: recruitment@oshki.ca
This program is accredited by Oshki-Wenjack, and thus only has one step:
APPLY NOWCODE COURSE HOURS
CMM110 College Communication Skills 42
HDG122 Personal and Academic Success Strategies 42
NSW101 Foundations for Balanced Practice 42
NSW105 Fieldwork Placement 1A
NSW106 Fieldwork Seminar 1A
SSW126 Trauma Informed Care 42
PSY120 Lifespan Development 42
CODE COURSE HOURS
NSW104 Canadian Social Welfare and Indigenous Social Policies 42
NSW111 Human Behaviour and Social Environment 42
NSW114 Understanding Indigenous Wellness in Canada 42
NSW116 Fieldwork Seminar 1B
NSW120 Fieldwork Placement 1B
NSW125 Working with Families 56
CODE COURSE HOURS
NSW100 Addictions: Individuals, Family and Community 42
NSW107 The Parallel Worlds of Mental Health 42
NSW203 Essential Skills for Social Services 42
NSW250 Fieldwork Placement 2A
NSW253 Fieldwork Seminar 2A
NSW217 Groups for Multi-Cultural Practices I 28
CODE COURSE HOURS
CMM235 SSW Documentation and Record Keeping 42
NSW136 Mino Bimaadiziwin 42
NSW214 Incorporating Indigenous Healing Methods into Practice 56
NSW227 Groups for Multi-Cultural Practices II 28
NSW251 Fieldwork Placement 2B
NSW254 Fieldwork Seminar 2B
CODE COURSE HOURS
NSW135 Anishinaabemowin 42
NSW102 Capacity Building for Communities 56
NSW221 Crisis Intervention 42
NSW 252 Fieldwork Placement 2C
NSW 255 Fieldwork Seminar 2C
CODE COURSE HOURS
CODE COURSE HOURS
All University & College programs require that you complete two applications.
There’s a lot of information in this section, but our recruitment team is happy to assist with any questions you might have, to help you find funding, or to guide you through this process. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at:
Phone: (807) 626-1880
Toll-free: 1 866-636-7454
Email: recruitment@oshki.ca
⚠︎ Before you start, please ensure that you meet the program requirements listed above. If you aren’t sure or if you have questions, contact us at recruitment@oshki.ca.
Applying to a course with an Accreditation Partner has multiple steps:
This Oshki-Wenjack application form will start the process and will ask for detailed information such as:
You will receive a confirmation within four business days.
Create an OCAS account and fill out the application. Search for your program choice first and then select the Oshki campus. There is a non-refundable fee of $150 (subject to change) payable by debit or credit card. If you do not have a debit or credit card, our recruitment team can help you arrange it. After your completed application is submitted, you will need to check back into your OCAS account and watch for an official offer letter to the program of your choice, and then you must accept the offer in a timely manner. Offers do expire.
Please keep in mind that books are not included in tuition and need to be purchased separately.
Getting funding for this program?
Contact your First Nation community funding agency to confirm deadlines for funding applications and apply for funding. Your application may only be considered if it is received on time.
Oshki-Wenjack is not responsible for submitting your funding applications, but staff can support you in completing them. You may also wish to apply to OSAP for loans and grants. In addition, Oshki-Wenjack’s Financial Aid Officer (financial-aid@oshki.ca) is available to assist you with OSAP applications and to help you research and apply for scholarships and bursaries.
Students will need to request that their funder send a copy of their sponsorship letter for tuition to Algoma University directly to studentsponsorships@algomau.ca.
The Funder will need to send a copy of their sponsorship letter for book/supplies to the Follett Bookstore at Confederation College directly to Nick Tucci - 0930mgr@follett.com
Please also ensure that your confirmed sponsorship letter is sent to admissions@oshki.ca. You can register for your classes once the Sponsorship Letter is received.
Algoma University’s Financial Aid Office – fao@algomau.ca is available to assist with OSAP applications and help to research and apply for scholarships and bursaries.
Self-funding your tuition fees?
If you are self-funding, you can pay your tuition by contacting our admissions officer for assistance at admissions@oshki.ca.
Students who are self-funded can visit this link for information on how to pay their balance owing - algomau.ca/payments
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