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Duration

2 years

Tuition

$18,400

  Calgary

Jan 4-Jan 4

Commitment

Full-Time

Delivery

Classroom

Credential

Diploma

Year Founded

1910

Scholarships

no

Mount Royal University’s Social Work Diploma program prepares students with the foundational knowledge and frontline skills needed to support individuals, families, groups, and communities in a variety of social service settings. The program integrates classroom learning with more than 700 hours of supervised practicum experience in community and mental health environments, emphasizing counselling, advocacy, systems navigation, and social justice. Students are trained to work within ethical, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive frameworks while developing an understanding of inclusive and interprofessional practice.

The curriculum combines social work, humanities, and behavioural sciences to build both theoretical and applied competencies for professional practice. Graduates gain the ability to engage, assess, and intervene at micro, mezzo, and macro levels while critically analyzing social issues and their underlying causes. Through reflective practice and communication training, students strengthen their academic and professional skills, preparing for careers in government, non-profit, and private sector organizations. Successful completion of the program also supports eligibility for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers.

Admission Requirements

  • Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

  • Develop foundational social work skills in counselling, advocacy, and systems navigation.
  • Gain hands-on experience through over 700 hours of supervised practicum in community and mental health settings.
  • Learn trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and social justice–based approaches to supporting diverse populations.
  • Build competencies in critical thinking, assessment, and ethical practice across micro, mezzo, and macro levels.

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Student Reviews (58)

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Mount Royal University

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sureiwilldothat

Calgary • September 11, 2026

Graduated From

Bachelor of Nursing

Overall:

4 out of 5

Instructors:

2 stars

Curriculum:

3 stars

Job Assistance:

na

I have not yet graduated, but having had a few issues over the past two years has given me enough perspective to do this.

First of all, yes, early exposure to clinicals is great, but keep in mind that you can absolutely coast by shadowing and ge...

I have not yet graduated, but having had a few issues over the past two years has given me enough perspective to do this.

First of all, yes, early exposure to clinicals is great, but keep in mind that you can absolutely coast by shadowing and get through classes with no problem. So, in that sense, you have to make the most of your own learning, and you cannot blame anyone but yourself if that aspect has not gone well for you thus far.

However, clinical instructors have an unjustifiable level of autonomy when it comes to failing students, which I think is very, very unfair. So, if you value clarity and coherence and are not afraid of having uncomfortable conversations or voicing concerns, you may have an incredibly difficult time getting through the program depending on who you get for your clinicals. That should not be a criterion, but it truly is.

If you are not fine with responses like, “It is how we have always done it,” or, “Be a fly on the wall,” then good luck, my friend. The world needs more of you, but the MRU Nursing program has maturity issues. Instead of being humble and admitting there is a problem when something is unreasonable, they will turn it around so that you are the problem.

Who do you go to when the people who are supposed to help and guide you do not communicate to understand, but to blame?

PS: Lecture instructors have been the opposite and the kindest of people I have met, so credit where credit is due. Truly, I have cried from how kind some were.

The terrible stars are STRICTLY for clinicals and coordinators who coordinate to fail people they do not like.

Regardless, I wish you the very best!

Mount Royal University

Excellent nursing program

Anonymous

Calgary • March 20, 2026

Graduated From

Bachelor of Nursing

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

4 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

4 stars

Mount Royal University is an amazing school that focuses heavily on fostering community, practical undergraduate education, and reconciliation efforts. I have always felt like I belong at MRU. The nursing program is one of the best in the country, havi...

Mount Royal University is an amazing school that focuses heavily on fostering community, practical undergraduate education, and reconciliation efforts. I have always felt like I belong at MRU. The nursing program is one of the best in the country, having students in clinical as early as first year. The program also features theory courses regarding nursing history, policy, social justice, advocacy, and indigenous studies.

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