Developmental Service Worker Diploma
- Duration: 56 weeks
- Total hours: 1500 (Theory: 940 hrs, Internship: 560 hrs)
Get ready to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. With practicum placement weaved into this dual diploma program (DSW and CSW), you can enjoy a wide array of career opportunities serving individuals with special needs at social service and government agencies, community centers, mental health agencies, and more.
Highlights
Learn how to masterfully work with individuals who need assistance to function in community-living situations and society. This dual-diploma program (DSW + CSW) teaches students important counselling techniques, behaviour adjustment, basic nursing, mental health, and more to prepare them for a successful career in the social services field.
Employment Opportunities
As this is a dual diploma program, graduates open themselves up to a wider array of employment opportunities in social service and government agencies, community centers, help centers, mental health agencies, group homes, shelters, substance abuse centers, school boards, correctional facilities, and other establishments.
Potential Future Title
Developmental Service Worker, Community counsellor-social services, Community and social services worker.