What You’ll Learn

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• They work in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Developmental Services Worker Standards of Practice.

• Developmental Services Worker program graduates can work in a variety of areas including education, accommodation, employment support, advocacy, health care, and recreation.

• Students learn the basics of the sector and developmental disabilities throughout their lifespan. They will then progress through specific developmental disabilities with a focus on autism and communication disorders.

• They are introduced to community supports, person-centered supports, and programming and ultimately be introduced to the virtual project.

• The final project will synthesize and solidify learning while simulating practice within the field to prepare you for a career in Developmental Services.

• Students also benefit from one-to-one coaching, mentorships and alumni access post-graduation.

• Students can engage and get involved with our mentorship programs and planning workshops for coaching.

 

Chapters

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• Introduction to the Field of Developmental Services

• The Nature of Developmental Disabilities

• Autism Spectrum Disorders

• Grammar and Writing Skills for the Health Professional

• Introduction to Communication Disorders

• Communication Strategies for Inclusive Education

• Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan

• Working with Families and Persons with Developmental Disabilities

• Person Directed Supports and Services for Persons with Developmental Disabilities

• Behavioural Support Techniques #10Health and Wellness Principles

• Dual Diagnosis; Mental Health and Persons with Developmental Disabilities

• Building Community #13Adult Development and Aging

• Essentials of Pharmacology

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems

• Introduction to Educational Psychology in Canada

• Individual Education Plan #18Professional Development; Competencies and Standards of Practice

• Self-Care Strategies for the Developmental Services Worker #20Technology for Success

• Virtual Project (Community and Education Support Focus)

• Final Review and Exam

 

 

Prerequisites

If you attended a post-secondary institution after high school, we need both your high school transcript and your post-secondary transcript.

• Entry into many of our programs is competitive and your post-secondary marks can strengthen your application.

• If you did not graduate from high school and have a GED, send us a copy.

• Even if you graduated a while ago, we still need your high school transcript.

• If you cannot obtain it, let us know and we can discuss your options. 

• If you studied at college or university, you must submit your post-secondary transcript and your high-school transcript. This may strengthen your application.

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Students are required to complete 1250 hours of in-class training

Program Summary

This is a summary of total instructional hours, delivery format and percentage weight for every

Type of Learning entered in the List of Subjects.

The ministry, career college and any subject or education assessors may refer to this section for a general understanding of the components of the program.

Type of LearningTotal Instruction HoursDelivery Format% Weight

Theory 665.00  In-person 53.20%

Practical 585.00  In-person 46.80%

Total Type of Learning. 1,250.00

Total Program Hours. 1,250.00

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