Developmental Services Worker Diploma Program
Program Overview
The City College Developmental Services Worker diploma program teaches students skills to effectively promote the physical, mental and emotional health of individuals with disabilities, to help them to function better in the classroom, at work and in their day to day lives.
The program starts with learning on the stages of human development, the types of developmental disabilities and the range of available community support services for this population.
Learning continues with intervention techniques, person-centered planning, abnormal psychology/dual diagnosis, basic pharmacology, supporting people with autism, augmentative forms of communication, and effective responses to people who have been abused.
In a nutshell, the program develops one’s skills in building interpersonal relationships and counselling.
The program starts with learning on the stages of human development, the types of developmental disabilities and the range of available community support services for this population.
Learning continues with intervention techniques, person-centered planning, abnormal psychology/dual diagnosis, basic pharmacology, supporting people with autism, augmentative forms of communication, and effective responses to people who have been abused.
In a nutshell, the program develops one’s skills in building interpersonal relationships and counselling.
The Developmental Services Worker Diploma Program is delivered in small classes by Developmental Services Experts who are active in the field. The program combines instructor-led training with three field placement components. In just 44 weeks students can start a satisfying and enriching career in this field
Methods
Classroom (Instructor led)
Field Placement Assignment
In-Class Practical Assignment
DSW Modules
- Developmental Disabilities
- Ethics & Regulations
- Developmental Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology (including Dual Diagnosis)
- Health & Wellness Part 1
- Health & Wellness Part 2
- Education Strategies
- Communications Part 1
- Developmental Services
- Behavioural Support
- Social Services
- Communication Part 2
- Person Directed Supports & Services
- Communication Part 3
- Pharmacology
- Field Placement 2
- Building Community
- Assessment Techniques
- Health & Wellness Part 3
- Field Placement 3
- Professional Development
Professional Accreditation, Endorsement and Recognition
Graduates may apply to become members of the Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities (OADD) and its Developmental Services Special Interest Group (DSSIG). Additional requirements and/or costs may apply. Note: The requirements for the license are determined by the granting body, which is independent from City College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
