Disability Studies

Building inclusive communities through knowledge and practice.

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Certificate
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School of Community Studies
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2 Terms
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Open to International students
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19.0710
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Disability Studies

The Disability Studies Certificate and Diploma programs prepare students to support the well-being of people with disabilities and contribute to more inclusive communities. Blending classroom learning with hands-on experience, these programs provide a strong foundation for meaningful and impactful careers.

Domestic students complete courses online with an in-person practicum, and international students take all courses in person.

Available intakes

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International
September 2026
Transcripts due:
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Transcripts due within two weeks of application submission.
Transcripts due:
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March 9, 2026 for May 2026 course start dates
July 6, 2026 for September 2026 course start dates
To register in an Open Studies course, find the course in the list below and click on the course code. Select the offering of the course that you would like to take, add it to the cart, proceed to checkout, and pay with a credit card.
Registration for all courses opens at 9:00 A.M. Calgary time.

Program availability and start dates are subject to change. Admission is based on first applied, first qualified.

Admission requirements

  • Credit in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2 or equivalent

OR

  • Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test with a standard score of 520 in Language Arts: Reading and Writing

OR

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English proficiency

If English is not your first language, please review the English language proficiency requirements.

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Academic upgrading

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Transfer credit

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. See where this program can transfer to.

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Provincial equivalencies

If you studied outside of Alberta, you can see which of your courses is equivalent to an admission requirement.

International Students:
Check whether your previous studies completed outside Canada meet the admission requirements using our country-specific document list.

Tuition and fees

Term
Tuition fees
Additional fees
Total fees*
Term 1
$2,150
$605
$2,755
Term 2
$2,720
$564
$3,284

Estimated total tuition:

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Term
Tuition fees
Additional fees
Total fees*
Term 1
$5,547
$605
$6,152
Term 2
$8,407
$564
$8,971

Estimated total tuition:

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*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only.  Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

Courses

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Not all delivery modes are available for all courses or programs, and not all courses are available each term. Students should follow up on their individual program areas or their MyBVC for information for courses delivery types and availability.

Delivery modes, descriptions, and availability of courses each term are subject to change.

Complete the following courses:

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COMM1101Interpersonal Relationships And Communication Skills3

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DAST1201Person Centered Planning3

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EDAS1302Introduction To Exceptionalities3

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ENGL1201English Composition3

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Earn a minimum grade of C in each of the following courses:

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DAST1101Introduction to Disability Studies3

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Complete the following courses:

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DAST1202Disability Work Management and Supported Employment3

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DAST1301Mental Health and Disability3

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DAST1401Positive Behaviour Support3

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PSYC1201Human Growth And Development Across The Life Span3

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DAST1999The Field of Disability Studies6

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