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Disability Studies Certificate in Bow valley

  • Duration : 1 Year
  • Intake : September
  • Level : Certificate
  • Tuition & fees : $ 13,203 CAD Per Year
  • IELTS : 5.5
  • TOEFL : 70
  • PTE : 50


About Disability Studies Certificate in Bow valley

Program Description

Build a rewarding career where you'll help children and adults live to their potential. This program will prepare you to support the well-being of people with disabilities. Take an active role in creating inclusive and diverse communities. 

The demand for a well-educated workforce in this field is growing. Schools, companies, and communities are becoming more inclusive in their programs and services. They're looking for you as a valuable team player. 

Graduates may study for an extra two terms and earn a Disability Studies Diploma.

Experience innovative classroom learning strategies and practical opportunities. The program is running face to face and online. Classes are generally scheduled between 8 am and 5 pm from Monday to Friday.  

Additional Information

The links below are examples of where you might work as a certificate or diploma graduate in Disability Studies.

Alberta Council of Disability Services (ACDS) 

This is a province wide not-for-profit association. It supports people with developmental disabilities or brain injury.

Alberta Disability Workers Association 

A professional association for workers in Alberta supporting people with disabilities.

Autism Calgary 

An organization that brings hope and help to people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Children’s Link

The Children’s Link Society helps families and professionals who deal with children with special needs.

Inclusion Alberta 

Inclusion Alberta is a non-profit federation that advocates for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Providence Child Care 

Early childhood programs, schools, and community services helping every child reach their potential

Renfrew Education Services 

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.

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS      :    5.5 with minimum band score of 5.0
  • TOEFL    :    71
  • PTE         :    42-50

Tuition fee for domestic and international students are tabulated below:

Tuition fee for Domestic students CAD 1,500 – CAD 5,000
Tuition fee for International students CAD 5,000 – CAD 10,000

In addition to the tuition fee students need to pay the following fees as well:

Material fee per semester CAD 45 - CAD 100
Student services fee per semester CAD 50
Student association fee per semester CAD 54
H&D per semester CAD 140
Parchment Replacement Fee CAD 50
Replacement of Student ID Card CAD 10
Early and Deferred Examination Fee CAD 50
NSF Cheque Administrative Fee CAD 50
Application Fee CAD 65 for domestic students CAD 130 for international students
Confirmation Deposit CAD 200 for domestic students CAD 1,500 for international students
Course Extension Fee for credit courses CAD 100 - CAD 200
Late Payment Fee CAD 50
International Student Medical Insurance through 3rd party insurer CAD 244 per term
Non-refundable portion of international students' tuition CAD 1,500

Living expenses

Bow Valley College does not offer on-campus residence. Students have the option of off-campus residence, homestays, rental houses etc.

General costs and Homestay cost Cost
Standard service fee CAD 750
Security deposit CAD 500
Homestay fee CAD 825/month
Textbooks for career program CAD 500 - CAD 700
Excursions CAD 200
Food CAD 500 per semester
Weekend expenses CAD 200
Transit monthly pass CAD 99 per month

 

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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 13,203

Total

$ 13,203