Pre-Community Services (A103)
This pre-program helps students improve learning skills, build confidence and prepare academically for post-secondary programs
in Community Services.
Pre-Programs
Pre-programs are post-secondary certificate programs that
offer students the opportunity to explore career options in a
particular industry and earn credits to qualify for other postsecondary programs. These programs are ideal for students
who have a general area of interest but have not chosen a
specific program in the areas of Business, Health Sciences,
Community Services or Hospitality. Other students who lack
certain academic requirements (e.g. biology) may consider
a pre-program. Students in pre-programs strengthen their
academic skills, learn about their chosen field, and prepare
for further program study.
Our program
The Pre-Community Services program provides an overview of the
helping fields including exploration of the various career options.
Students also learn theory through courses in Sociology and
Psychology. Upgrading in English as well as general education
electives and computer courses are included; these courses prepare
students academically for further post-secondary study.
Students develop skills specific to careers in a variety of community
service fields. Students improve their learning skills and confidence
in an educational environment. A strong emphasis on group learning
encourages co-operation, teamwork, and mutual support that will
be beneficial in the helping professions.
Your Career
PROGRAM CODE: A103
PROGRAM LENGTH: 1 year (2 semesters)
STARTING: September, January
CERTIFICATION: Ontario College Certificate
LOCATION: St. James Campus
APPLY TO: ontariocolleges.ca
Students are prepared for entry into diploma programs in the School
of Social & Community Services which includes the Social Service
Worker Program, Early Childhood Education and many others.
The Pre-Community Services Program provides a direct path to
diploma programs through our Articulation Agreements. Graduates
of Pre-Community Services who maintain a grade point average of
3.0 or higher and meet diploma program requirements are eligible
to apply for direct entry into the School of Social & Community
Services. Students may be eligible to apply for elective credit and
exemptions for courses in their diploma program depending on the
grade level achieved and other relevant criteria.
Note: Completion of this program is not a guarantee of admissions
into other post-secondary programs nor is it a requirement for
application to diploma programs.
Take the first step toward your future.
Pre-Community Services (A103)
Admission Requirements
Pre-Community Services Courses
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) and Grade 12
English (C or U) or;
Semester 1
• Mature Student Status (19 years of age or older) and college
English admissions testing or;
• ACE Certificate (College Academic Upgrading)
How to Apply
Submit an application through the Ontario College Application
Service (OCAS).
Part-Time Study Options
George Brown offers part-time courses in Career and
Work Counsellor, Teaching & Training Adults, English, and
Social Sciences. Please visit coned.georgebrown.ca for
more information.
Student Success & Pathways
The School of Work & College Preparation provides
applicants and students access to a Pathway Specialist Advisor
and a Student Success Specialist.
The Pathway Specialist Advisor provides students with
information about pre-programs and upgrading options, liaises
with admissions, discusses appropriate program pathways and
articulation agreements, and helps facilitate the transition into
further post-secondary programs at George Brown College
or other post-secondary institutions. For more information,
please contact Christine Jeffery at 416-415-5000 ext 2562.
COMP1082
CARE1083
PSY1005
GSSC1064
PREP1012
COMM1003
or
CESL1003
Computer Skills and Applications
Community Services Overview
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Personal and Career Development
English Skills
English Skills ESL
Semester 2
COMM1007
PSY1009
SWRK1023
COUN1007
PREP1009
GHUM1025
GNED
College English
Lifespan Development
Introduction to the Field
Group Process
Tutorial on College Life
Speaking with Confidence
General Education Elective
The Student Success Specialist assists students to achieve success
and meet their academic and career goals by ensuring that
students have multiple opportunities to engage in peer learning
groups, assist with general and personalized success strategies
and connect with college wide resources. For more information
please contact Katrina Kieley at 416-415-5000 ext 6298.
For more information:
Call the Program Coordinator at 416-415-5000 ext 3418 or
email [email protected].
Program Cost: Total annual fees are approximately $2,889.
For updated information and course descriptions visit
georgebrown.ca or call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559)
or long distance 1-800-265-2002.