Course overview
Social Work Diploma is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Northern Lakes College in Slave Lake, Canada. It takes 2 years (blended), with intakes in September.
Northern Lakes College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Northern Lakes College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Slave Lake, Canada |
| Course | Social Work Diploma |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Duration | 2 years (blended) |
| Tuition per year | C$18,171 (≈ ₹12.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE Academic 50; TOEFL iBT 84; Duolingo 110; CAEL 60 (programme requirements may be higher) |
Interested in Social Work Diploma?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$18,171 a year, about ₹12.2 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$36,342 (≈ ₹24.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026-27 international tuition maximum, guaranteed for the normal length of the programme if you stay full-time; Year 2 CA$17,028. Student association and non-instructional fees extra
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Social worker
- Family support worker
- Education mental health practitioner
- High intensity therapist
- Community development worker
- Youth worker
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Save the Children
UNICEF
Red Cross
World Vision
Oxfam
HCA Healthcare UK
The Salvation Army
NHS
Bupa
Nuffield Health
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Northern Lakes College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Each programme sets its own entrance requirements; Indian Class 12 marks are assessed against them.
- Trades programmes are not open to international students.
- A PAL is issued only after you meet all entrance requirements and pay the CA$5,000 deposit, and NLC has a limited number.
- Apply at least four months before the start date and have funding ready two months before.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE Academic 50; TOEFL iBT 84; Duolingo 110; CAEL 60 (programme requirements may be higher).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall with no band below 6.0. |
| PTE Academic | 50. |
| TOEFL iBT | 84 with no section below 21. |
| Duolingo | 110 with no subtest below 100. |
| CAEL | 60 with no subtest below 60. Some programmes ask for higher scores. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test result (usually valid for two years)
- CA$5,000 deposit before the PAL and letter of acceptance
About Northern Lakes College
Northern Lakes College (NLC) is a public college serving a large region of northern Alberta from Slave Lake and a network of community campuses. It offers certificates and diplomas in health, human services, business and power engineering, plus upgrading, and much of its teaching is online or blended (online with some campus attendance). Trades programmes are open only to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
International students pay three times the domestic tuition rate, which still works out at about CA$14,000–21,000 a year. NLC has a limited number of provincial attestation letters (PALs) and stops accepting international students who need one once they run out, so apply early. Check that your chosen programme is not fully online, because a study permit and PGWP may not cover online study; see our Canada guide.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Social Work Diploma at Northern Lakes College?
The tuition for international students is C$18,171 a year (about ₹12.2 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition maximum, guaranteed for the normal length of the programme if you stay full-time; Year 2 CA$17,028. Student association and non-instructional fees extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Social Work Diploma?
The course takes 2 years (blended).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0); PTE Academic 50; TOEFL iBT 84; Duolingo 110; CAEL 60 (programme requirements may be higher). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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