DIPLOMASchool of Education and Social Sciences
Developmental Services Worker
Duration
2 Years
Language
English
Credits
36 Credits
Entry Requirements
Secondary school diploma or equivalent. English proficiency test results (IELTS 6.0+ or equivalent).
Minimum Grade: Passing grade in core subjects.
Program Overview
Develop professional expertise in Developmental Services Worker with our state-of-the-art curriculum, industry-led instruction, and hands-on training.
Curriculum
| Code | Subject Name | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DSW-101 | Developmental Services | Foundations of Developmental Services | 3 |
| DSW-102 | Developmental Services | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| DSW-103 | Developmental Services | Supporting Individuals with Autism | 3 |
| DSW-201 | Developmental Services | Pharmacology and Health Support | 3 |
| DSW-202 | Developmental Services | Interpersonal Communication Skills | 3 |
| DSW-203 | Developmental Services | Crisis Prevention and Intervention | 3 |
| DSW-301 | Developmental Services | Advocacy and Human Rights | 3 |
| DSW-302 | Developmental Services | Community Integration and Inclusion | 3 |
| DSW-303 | Developmental Services | Case Management and Planning | 3 |
| DSW-401 | Developmental Services | Dual Diagnosis & Complex Needs | 3 |
| DSW-402 | Developmental Services | DSW Field Placement I & II | 3 |
| DSW-403 | Developmental Services | Professional Practice and Ethics | 3 |
| EDU-DEV-100 | Foundations of Education Semester 1 | 5 | |
| EDU-DEV-101 | Child Development Semester 1 | 5 | |
| EDU-DEV-102 | Inclusive Learning Semester 1 | 5 | |
| EDU-DEV-103 | Community Engagement Semester 2 | 5 | |
| EDU-DEV-104 | Social Policy and Practice Semester 2 | 5 | |
| EDU-DEV-105 | Professional Practice Semester 2 | 5 |
Career Prospects
Potential Roles:
Developmental Services Worker Practitioner, Industry Specialist, Professional Assistant.
Program Faculty
Dr. Rachel Kim
Associate Professor
Prof. David Thompson
Lecturer
Prof. Arthur Bertrand
Professor & Chair