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We are not accepting new applicants to this program for Fall 2024 or Winter 2025. Please check back for more information about Fall 2025, or contact Christine McKenzie, program co-ordinator, at 416-675-6622 ext. 3840.

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Applicants must hold a diploma in Child and Youth Care, Community and Justice Services, Developmental Services Worker, Police Foundations or Social Service Worker.

Bachelor of Community Development

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Program Code: CD411
Credential: Honours Degree
Start Dates: N/A
Program Length: 8 semesters
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Humber is proud to have the highest graduate employment and employer satisfaction rate of the GTA colleges based on Colleges Ontario’s key performance indicators for college graduates in 2022-2023.

Program Overview

Humber’s Bachelor of Community Development degree program offers a unique blend of theory and practice-based experience. Students learn how to work effectively in communities, how to build capacity for change, lead projects and advocate for people who face barriers to living a full and productive life. 

The first year of the program is comprised of a common platform of courses that includes psychology, sociology, human rights, interpersonal communication, counselling, and government and social policy. The second year of study immerses students in the field of community development including foundational courses which explore leadership and advocacy. The final two years of the program provide in-depth study of program development and evaluation, advanced issues in community development, social movements, participatory action research, and senior thesis work. Project work is linked to applied and academic fields.

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Work-Integrated Learning  

Students will engage in a 420-hour as part of the program. Students may work on an applied community development project with other students or may work directly with established community partners.

The field experiences may be in a social service, community, educational or non-profit organization where students will have an opportunity to work in the community development field. During this field experience, students may have a variety of responsibilities including assessment, research-based work, working directly with community groups and individuals, as well as supporting community workers, educators and/or social science professionals. Field experience opportunities are arranged with the help of a dedicated field advisor and are typically unpaid.


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Social Service Worker students with a GPA of 65%+ can get advanced standing into the Bachelor of Community Development. Complete your degree in 4 semesters plus a work term.


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Sample Career Titles

  • Aboriginal Outreach Worker
  • Advocate
  • Coalition Liaison
  • Community Service Worker
  • Community Organizer
  • Community Developer
  • Community Facilitator
  • Community Foundation Grants Officer
  • Community Engagement Specialist
  • Community Support Outreach Worker
  • Community Investment Manager
  • Participatory Action Researcher
  • Volunteer Development Coordinator
  • Social Entrepreneur
  • Social Planner

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Community Development Showcase

After a year of collaboration, research and learning, we are proud to present the capstone thesis projects of our first Bachelor of Community Development graduating class. Our students have been challenged and persevered, learning new ways to work together and continue to build strong communities.

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Expert Faculty

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You’ll learn from professors who have real-world experience and are active in the industry. Our professors are committed to providing you with practical, hands-on training to help you achieve the career you want.

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Christine McKenzie

PhD – OISE, University of Toronto
MA - York University
BA - University of Western Ontario 

Linda Hill

MA - OISE, University of Toronto
Post Graduate Diploma, Gerontology, University of Toronto
BASc - University of Guelph
RSW - Registered Social Worker


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Study Abroad

Opportunities are available for students to study a semester abroad and/or do field placement work abroad. Our international mobility officer assists students in setting up these options.

Your Career

There is a need for educated community development professionals in a variety of community and social service organizations. Graduates may find strong employment prospects within a variety of settings including non-profit organizations, government organizations, charities, as well as health and education sectors in roles such as:

  • anti-poverty worker
  • community development officer
  • community investment manager
  • community outreach worker
  • community worker
  • environmental justice worker
  • Indigenous outreach worker
  • participatory action researcher
  • social entrepreneur
  • volunteer co-ordinator

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General Inquiries 416-675-3111 or enquiry@humber.ca. If you have already applied, be sure to check your application status on myhumber.ca.

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Contact the International Centre for information about full-time programs (including the International Graduate School), how to apply and to follow up on your submitted application.

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Ministry Consent

Humber College has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting May 13, 2016. Humber College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.

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