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In today's competitive job market, employers are seeking to hire graduates that are highly specialized and well trained. You can't afford to waste your time with an education that won’t help you get the job you want. At Centennial College, all our programs are geared for success.

As part of your program, you will not only learn how to use the latest cutting edge tools, but you will also learn how to apply the latest principles from business professionals. To compliment your classroom learning, you will also get hands-on experience in the labs.

Centennial's staff not only believe in providing students with the best teaching experience possible, but also to offer the best guidance and career advice.

Program Overview :
Developmental Services Workers (DSWs) support individuals who have intellectual disabilities in their homes, and in their work, school, and leisure roles in the community. DSWs are called upon to help to build natural community supports, networks and valued social roles for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Centennial’s program is highly regarded by established professionals, graduates, families and agencies. The program curriculum reflects current issues and developments with emphasis on in-depth analysis and critical thinking; managing and affecting change; interpersonal communication and leadership skills and clarification of values. Helping people to fill valued social roles, teaching and the provision of personal support are some of the skills developed within this curriculum. A wide variety of field placement opportunities is an integral part of the program.

Admission Requirements :
Centennial College expects students applying for admission to certificate or diploma programs to present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or be 19 years of age or older. Possession of minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

Academic Requirements :
* Compulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent

Non-academic Requirements :
* English proficiency will be considered in the admissions process
* Program admission session may be required

Field Placement Requirements :
* Some field placement agencies may require a criminal reference check prior to student placement. Certain criminal convictions may disallow placement in these agencies and program completion may not be possible.
* Any questions regarding criminal reference checks may be directed to the program contact by calling 416-289-5303.

Monetary Requirements :
Costs for this program are approximately $1,650 each semester.