Program Code
DPCCS
Discontinued
No
Program
Faculty
Applied Community Studies
Department
Disability & Community Studies
Credential Type
Diploma
Transcript Title
Class & Comm Support Diploma
Date of First Offering
Start Term
202430
End Term
Not Specified
Credential
Diploma in Classroom and Community Support
Length of Program
Two years
Credits
60.00
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
- General College Admission Requirements
- Applicants who have completed 9 or more post-secondary credits must be in good academic standing (with a minimum GPA of 1.50) for admission into any Faculty of Applied Community Studies program.
- Two professional reference letters attesting to the applicant's suitability to the program.
- A current resume.
- A letter of intent from the applicant, stating the reasons for choosing the program, long and short term goals, and the applicant's related strengths and limitations.
- Applicants may be required to participate in an interview with the department to further determine suitability to the program.
Following an offer of admission:
- A Criminal Record Check (information will be provided by Enrolment Services).
Curriculum Framework
Graduation Requirements:
- Successful completion of 60 credits.
- 50% (30 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College for students using transfer credit from other institutions, and/or have successfully challenged courses through prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR).
- Time limit to complete the program graduation requirements: 7 years. Any courses completed outside of that time limit will not be usable. Students may seek the permission of the Department/Program to complete a credential outside the approved time limits.
- In good academic standing
Course Requirements (see note 1):
| Year 1 | ||
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| CFCS 1130 | Change and Development Lifespan | 3.00 |
| DACS 1140 | Introduction to Practice | 3.00 |
| DACS 2152 (see note 1) | Supporting Social and Emotional Learning and Development | 3.00 |
| DACS 1170 | Disability Classifications & Related Experiences | 3.00 |
| DAC 1250 | Universal Design for Learning | 3.00 |
| DACS 1258 | Communication and Behaviour | 3.00 |
| DACS 1257 | Supporting Communication | 1.50 |
| DACS 2370 | Personal Assistance | 1.50 |
| DACS 2320 | Working with Others | 3.00 |
| Writing Elective (see note 2) | Choose from: ENGL 1130, CMNS 1110, or CMNS 1115 | 3.00 |
| DACS 1244 | Education Assistant Practicum 1 | 3.00 |
| Year 2 | ||
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| DACS 2380 | Person-Centred Planning & Community Building | 3.00 |
|
Theories and Principles of Equitable Learning Communities OR Supports for Children and Youth with Disabilities |
3.00 | |
| DACS 2431 | Contemporary Practice in Adult Service | 3.00 |
| DACS 2344 | Practicum 2 | 3.00 |
| Elective (see note 3) | 1000 or 2000 level UT course | 3.00 |
| DACS 3430 | Autism Spectrum Disorder Across the Lifespan | 3.00 |
| DACS 4111 | Disability in Context | 3.00 |
| DACS 4131 | Introduction to issues in Disability Employment | 3.00 |
| DACS 4132 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace | 3.00 |
| DACS 4133 | Inclusive Leadership and Change Management | 3.00 |
| Total Credits for Diploma | 60.00 |
NOTES:
1) Students who entered the program prior to Fall 2024 may use DACS 1152 instead of DACS 2152.
2) Students considering degree work after this program are encouraged to take ENGL 1130.
3) This course needs to be University Transferable (UT) courses. A University Transferable course is a course that transfers to one of the Research Universities - SFU, UBC (UBCV or UBCO), UNBC, or UVIC in the BC Transfer Guide.