Curiel, Cathy

Education and Credentials

BSW (University of British Columbia Okanagan)
MSW (University of Northern British Columbia)

Professional Associations

Member British Columbia Association of Social Work
Registered Social Worker (in good standing)
British Columbia College of Social Workers

Cathy is a seasoned social worker with a variety of experiences and expertise. She has worked front line, support services, practice analysis, policy development, and as a manager. She has served in hospitals, health care settings, mental health, Indigenous communities, and child protection locally, rurally, and internationally.

In her current role, Cathy teaches courses in the undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work program and oversees practicum students. Courses include social welfare policy, metropolitan social work, and globalization. Research interests include health care social work, history of social work, social and public policy, social exclusion.