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Diploma in Developmental Services Worker

2 Years On Campus Diploma Program

Durham College

Program Overview

It is estimated that about one per cent of Canada s population has a developmental disability, requiring support from people who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others through advocacy and education. Developmental service workers are fully committed to ensuring that people with developmental disabilities receive the support they need to lead fulfilling lives as active members of their communities. A developmental service worker (DSW) supports people in all stages of life who have a developmental disability.

Program Key Stats

$15134 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Equivalent secondary school diploma from outside of Canada., Academic IELTS: 6.0, no band score less than 5.5 / IBT TOEFL: 80, with minimum section scores of 20 / Pearson PTE: 50-57 / CAEL: Overall score of 60, no section below 60, High school (secondary school) transcript, High school (secondary school) diploma, Grade 12 English (C or U)

Career Options

  • Developmental services worker
  • Inclusion facilitator
  • Employment support worker
  • Educational assistant

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