在课堂学习中，将通过实习机会获得广泛的动手经验，从第二学期的实习单元开始，到第三学期和第四学期的实习单元，继续进行学习。作为一名发展服务专业人士，学生们正在从事一项奖励性的职业，以支持经历发展性和智力残疾的儿童和成年人。学生将学习如何有效开发以人为本的方法，以支持儿童和成人的情感，心理，身体和/或社会需求。自闭症谱系障碍，唐氏综合症和胎儿酒精谱系障碍是您将在程序中学习的内容的示例。
Embark on a rewarding career and make a difference in the lives of children and adults who live with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities or dual diagnoses by learning how to support their emotional, mental, physical, and social needs. <br> <br>Youll gain a solid foundation of the stages of human development and the community supports available to those living with a disability. Youll learn alternate modes of communication, including sign language, braille, and a picture exchange communication system. Using a person-centred approach and positive reinforcement to build relationships, youll help individuals with disabilities and their families live safe, respectful lives of quality and inclusion.