Developmental Services Worker
Fanshawe College
Key Information
Campus location
London, Canada
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
Developmental Services Worker
The Developmental Services Worker two-year diploma program prepares its graduates to support people with developmental disabilities so that these individuals may participate fully in their communities. DSW’s have the specialized knowledge and skills required to work with people with developmental disabilities across the life span. Inherent to the role of a DSW is an ability to collaborate and build relationships with people with developmental disabilities and their families and to work with colleagues and members of inter-professional teams to facilitate a seamless network of support for people. Courses focus on disabilities, person directed supports, inclusion and community resources, dual diagnosis, interpersonal skills, counselling, health, pharmacology, development, teaching and intervention strategies. Field placements in community agencies and/or schools are part of the curriculum.
Admissions
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Curriculum
Level 1
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- Developmental Disabilities 2
- Developmental Psychology
- Reason & Writing 1 for Community Studies
- Developmental Disabilities 1
- Philosophy of Support
- Health & Wellness 1
- Person-Directed Plans
- Professionalism 1
Level 2
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
Group 1
- Augmentative Communication
- Teaching Strategies
- Intervention Strategies 1
- Communications for Community Studies
- Abnormal Psychology/Dual Diagnosis
- Health & Wellness 2
- Professionalism 2
Group 2
Take the following mandatory course:
- Pharmacology in DSW 3
Group 3
Take the following mandatory course:
- Observations, Records & Accountability 2
Level 3
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
Group 1
- Intervention Strategies 2
- Health & Wellness 3
- Field Placement 1
- Social Services 2
- Professionalism 3 2
Group 2
Take the following mandatory course:
- Abuse 2
Level 4
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- Health & Wellness 4
- Community Building
- Field Placement 2
Program Outcome
Diploma; University Transfer
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this program will be employed within community-based agencies and boards of education to work with persons with developmental disabilities. Graduates are trained to provide accommodation, advocacy, education, employment and leisure support. As well, the graduates have training in life skills, counselling, advocacy, health and pharmacology.
English Language Requirements
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