As part of its ongoing mandate to protect the public and through its Strategic Plan, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is committed to continuously enhancing its regulatory effectiveness.
Throughout the OCSWSSW’s website and documents, the term “member” and “registrant” are used interchangeably and synonymously as equivalent to the term “member” as used in the Social Work and Social Service Work Act, 1998, and the Regulations.
Updates
Professional Practice Update: Sexual Abuse Prevention Program Information Sessions and CCP Reminder
The College is pleased to provide registrants with the following information to support their practice. In this update: Sexual Abuse Prevention Program: Reminder and November information…Read More
Updates
Looking for support? Know the difference between a social worker and social service worker
If you're looking for mental health or social support in Ontario, you may come across both social workers and social service workers. But what's the difference…Read More
Updates
Registration now open for Practice Notes: In Conversation
The College invites you to attend its virtual Practice Notes: In Conversation video resource session: Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026Time: 9:30-11:00 a.m.Format: Fully virtualCost: Free What…Read More
