Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
Course Information
This course will examine the broad field of developmental disabilities through the lifespan. Learners will appraise what is meant by developmental disability as well as etiology, prevalence, and characteristics of various developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorder and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Additionally, learners will examine the history of developmental disability policy in Ontario and current trends and issues including rights, entitlements, self-advocacy, and ethical considerations. Support and intervention practices as well as lifespan considerations such as mental health, employment and aging will also be reviewed.
Intake F25 SEM
Start Date Sep 09 / 2025
End Date Dec 16 / 2025
Prerequisite(s):
n/a
Computer Software Requirements:
n/a
Chats:
n/a
Group Work:
n/a
Registering college code:
SA-TBA
Host college code:
CN-MCC029
How to register
You can register in-person, by phone, fax or mail. When Registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL 001–not SA-ENL001). For details visit http://www.saultcollege.ca/ContinuingEducation/index.asp.
Contact
David Barratt
Phone : (705) 759-2554 ext. 2612
Email : ontariolearn@saultcollege.ca
443 Northern AvenueSault Ste. Marie, ON
P6B 4J3
Phone : (705) 759-2554
Toll Free : 1-800-461-2260
Fax : (705) 759-7984