Developmental Service worker   

Role and Responsibilities  

The Developmental Service Worker diploma program is designed for people interested in working with children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities. This program covers a wide variety of topics important in the field including but not limited to: crisis intervention, psychology, behaviour management and communications.

Developmental Service Worker program graduates work in variety of positions such as Educational Assistant, Employment Support, Family Support and Integration Facilitator.  

Diploma Program  

Developmental Service Worker program students learn Interpersonal Communication, Health Promotion, Abnormal psychology, Developmental Psychology, Sociology, Team Work, Counselling techniques, Behavioural Management, Pharmacology and Human Sexuality.  

Students interested in pursuing a career as a Developmental Service Worker should be patient, understanding and have the ability to work under psychologically difficult circumstances.  The core values and beliefs behind the role of a graduate Developmental Service Worker include: service, social justice, empowerment, dignity and worth of a person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence.  A commitment to these values guides the Developmental Service Worker’s behaviour in terms of his/her ethical responsibilities to the individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, colleagues and to his/her own professional competence.

Course Content Includes:  

• Counselling Techniques
• Abnormal Psychology  
• Developmental Psychology  
• Concepts in Behavioural Management  
• Introduction to Developmental Disabilities  
• Teaching Strategies  
• Family Dynamics  
• Pharmacology  
• Personal Care  
• Teaching Strategies  
• Report Writing  
• Human sexuality  
• First Aid
• CPR
• CPI

 

Externship (Off-site placement)

As a mandatory component of our programs, all Medix students are required to complete an off-site externship placement. Placements occur at various locations throughout the communities surrounding our campuses.  This essential module allows students to exercise the skills learned in class, learn specific applications and to further enhance their learning experience in the selected facilities.  

Financial Aid

Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify. Students are encouraged to visit our Business Affairs department for any questions related to tuition and/or financial aid.  

Availability  

• Brantford
• Kitchener
• London