Overview
It is estimated that about one per cent of Canada’s population has a developmental disability, requiring support from people who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others through advocacy and education. Developmental service workers are fully committed to ensuring that people with developmental disabilities receive the support they need to lead fulfilling lives as active members of their communities.
A developmental service worker (DSW) supports people in all stages of life who have a developmental disability. They focus on helping people experience satisfying and rich quality of lives as active and valued members of their communities. DSWs have core values which focus on social justice, empowerment, dignity, self-worth, human relationships and integrity.
To help prepare you for success in the Developmental Services Worker programme offered by the Durham College and in your future career, all students accepted into this program will complete an assessment to determine their reading comprehension and writing skills.
Careers
What you could be:
- Developmental services worker
- Inclusion facilitator
- Employment support worker
- Educational assistant
Where you could work:
- Community living organizations
- Educational settings (elementary, secondary and post-secondary)
- Employment support programs
- Mental health facilities
- Case coordination programs
- Self-employment
- Adult day support services
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Communication Essentials
- Developmental Disabilities
- Health & Well Being
- Developmental Psychology
- Development Services
- General Education Elective
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
Tuition Fee
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International
14884 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14884 CAD per year during 24 months. -
National
2722 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2722 CAD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Oshawa
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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