Meet Nora Simpson Executive Dean, Faculty of Social and Community Services I am excited and honoured that you’re interested in joining us in the Faculty of Social and Community Services. We look forward to getting to know you and providing you with the personal and professional skills that you will need to succeed in a meaningful career. I encourage you to take advantage of everything that we have to offer. Whether it is highly qualified faculty, access to experiential learning, social opportunities to connect with other students or our student services, we are here to help you succeed. Experience the DC Difference Programs Make a positive impact on those around you with a community, legal or justice program. Find your perfect fit Experiential Learning Stand out from the crowd by gaining real-world work experience before graduation. Learn More See Your Space Immerse yourself in the Faculty of Social and Community Services’ state-of-the-art learning spaces. Learn More Faculty Features DC’s Faculty of SCS provides exclusive offerings to help you get the most of your education. Discover the DC difference with the following opportunities: DC Advanced Law students use virtual reality to gain essential de-escalation practice. The Fire Prevention and Technology program offers paid a co-operative education opportunity! Students in the Firefighter- Pre-Service Education and Training or Fire Prevention and Technology programs, may be eligible to apply for the Whitby Fire and Emergency Services Inclusivity Award. SHOW YOUR DC PRIDE WITH A FACULTY HOODIE Shop now What students are saying Slide DC has exceeded my expectations. It’s been great meeting students with the same goals who are just as driven as I am. It’s been a great environment to be a part of, and I’ve been presented with such great opportunities. Maya Austin, Police Foundations graduate, Class of 2024 Slide The past two years have been an incredible learning experience. I’ve gained valuable knowledge and insights into the world of social work. Ajurenmisan Emiko, Social Service Worker graduate, Class of 2023 Slide The campus is beautiful, the people are friendly, and it’s obvious the staff cares about my success. I also love the smaller class sizes at DC, they allow for a closer relationship between everyone in the classroom, allowing for genuine relationships. Aedan Beattie, Community Mental Health – Honours Bachelor degree program student Faculty Highlights New year, new goals: start your studies at Durham College in January There’s still time to start your college journey as early as this January. Whether you’re launching a new career, upskilling, or exploring a different path,... Learn more Paralegal Honours Bachelor Degree: Building advocates for court and community For Jalen Brown, a third-year student in Durham College’s (DC) Paralegal Honours Bachelor Degree program, classroom learning is already translating into real-world impact. Under the... Learn more Paralegal graduate finds her calling, community at DC Graduate Spotlight: J. Sarah Armstrong J. Sarah Armstrong is dedicated to lifelong learning and community empowerment. Before arriving at Durham College (DC), her many post-secondary... Learn more
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