Ashton College

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Developmental Services Worker Program

Ashton College

Faculty:Ashton College
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Health Aide
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies, Other
Length:680 Hour(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $6,730
National: $8,412
Careers:Nurses Aides and Orderlies

Description:

The Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Diploma program focuses on the skills necessary to assist clients with their physical, vocational, recreational, social, emotional and daily skill development. ​It is perfectly suited for anyone who wants to become a Personal Support Worker, Home Support Worker or Development Service Worker.

Developmental Services Worker​/Personal Support Worker students will learn how to ​provide personal support ​to clients ​enabling them to ​achieve the highest degree of independence and quality of life possible. ​Typically the Community Support Worker or Personal Support Worker will offer a variety of services depending upon the needs of the specific case.

Apart from learning about behaviour management and counselling, you will also receive training in crisis intervention, learning and support strategies, creating community inclusivity, health and wellness, communication skills and more. As a Developmental Services Worker​/personal support worker, you ​may ​also ​be called upon to help support individuals with developmental disabilities, social and personal problems, and ensure their overall well-being.
Modified on December 21, 2021