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Duration
2 years
Tuition
$5,550
Toronto
Sep 7-Sep 7
Commitment
Full-Time
Delivery
Classroom
Credential
Diploma
Year Founded
1966
Scholarships
yes
Located at the Ashtonbee campus, the in-person Developmental Services Worker Program provides students with access to expert faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. This dynamic learning environment combines hands-on training with real-world experiences. Students benefit from direct interaction with industry-experienced educators and globally connected guest speakers, offering a blend of theoretical and practical learning opportunities. The program is designed to ensure students receive the guidance and resources necessary for success in the Developmental Services sector.
Offered as a two-year college diploma under the School of Community and Health Studies, the program provides a strong foundation in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The curriculum incorporates best practices, current knowledge, and addresses relevant issues, ensuring students are well-equipped for the field.
The program will provide a deep understanding of the life experiences of individuals with disabilities, focusing on intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and Autism. Students will develop skills in advocacy, communication, problem-solving, teaching, and supporting individuals in valued social roles. These skills will be applied through virtual practice and field placements, offering both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
- English Language proficiency.
What You’ll Learn
- Maintain ethical, competent, and accountable behavior in all professional relationships.
- Offer supports that respect and promote self-determination for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Ensure the safety of individuals, yourself, and others, in line with legislation, regulations, and standards.
- Promote the health and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Use formal and informal strategies to assist the learning of individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Lead efforts in developing inclusive communities.
- Create strategies for improving job performance and maintaining personal well-being.
- Apply entrepreneurial skills to plan for future needs in the Developmental Services Sector.
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