Developmental Service Worker - Program Length - 52 Weeks
Please note that not all programs may be available at all campuses.
Program Summary
Developmental Service Workers provide support to individuals with developmental learning and/or physical disabilities or mental disorders.Employment Opportunities
Developmental Service Workers work in a variety of settings including group homes, classroom environments, social service and government agencies.Prerequisites
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma, General Education Diploma or Mature Student Status
Program Modules
- Essential Skills
- Microsoft Windows
- Interpersonal Communication
- Abnormal Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Sociology
- Interviewing Strategies
- Counseling Techniques
- Effective Team Work
- Crisis Intervention
- Concepts in Behavioral Management
- Developmental Disabilities & Teaching Strategies
- Record and Report Writing
- Family Dynamics
- Community Resources
- Pharmacology
- Medical and Legal Awareness
- Employment Achievement Strategies
- Practical Placement