Diploma in Developmental Services Worker

Do you love to work with people and want career options in your future? Do you hope to make a difference in the world? Supporting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is a great way to do just that. Confederation College’s Developmental Services Worker program will give you the skills and experience you need to support others in living their life to the fullest. As a Developmental Services Worker student, you will learn how to provide physical, emotional, educational, recreational, and social supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan and in all facets of life. Coursework includes study in developmental disabilities, teaching strategies, health promotion, augmentative communication and assistive technology, pharmacology, dual diagnosis, trends and issues, behavioural supports, counselling skills and community development. If you believe in equity, diversity, and inclusion of all people in our community, this program is for you!