Credential:
Diploma
Program length:
4 Terms
Area:
Community Studies
School:
School of Community Studies
Imagine a career where you help others reach their potential. In this 16-month diploma program, you’ll gain the skills to support the well-being of people with disabilities and foster inclusive, diverse communities. You’ll combine classroom learning with hands-on practical experience, preparing you for leadership and support roles in education, non-profit agencies, and direct family support.
Program Schedule
Classes are generally scheduled Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you choose the online option, note that not all courses are offered online every term, which may extend your program beyond 16 months. Practicum placements outside Alberta require prior approval from the Program Chair. Email communitystudies@bowvalleycollege.ca to connect.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may work in a variety of organizations, including:
The Calgary SCOPE Society is a non-profit agency improving lives for persons with developmental disabilities in Calgary and area for over 30 years! SCOPE works with children, adults, seniors and families as respected, contributing members of Calgary’s communities.
Heartland Agency and Educational Services
Heartland Agency and Educational Services is a non-profit organization providing care and education to children including special education.
New Age Services is a member of the Alberta Council of Disability Services.
Pacekids empowers children with diverse needs and their families through excellence in therapy, education, and play.
Providence Child Care offers early childhood programs, schools, and community services that help every child reach their potential
Renfrew Educational Services is a leader in program development for children with special needs. There are also positions for education assistants in classrooms for children with a disability.
Springboard Centre assists adults with developmental disabilities to achieve meaning in their lives.
Universal Rehabilitation Service Agency (URSA)
The mission of the URSA is to develop and provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities to attain a personal level of achievement and excellence in life.
The Disability Studies program includes practicum placements in agencies where employers require a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS). Results of this check may restrict opportunities for placement in a practicum. The Police Information Check must be obtained before the start of the practicum and may need to be renewed more than once while enrolled in a program.
Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.
You need one of the following options:
For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.
Enhance your previous education to meet the missing admissions requirements for one of the BVC programs.
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