College Diploma - Developmental Services Worker (DSWP/DSWJ)

The College Diploma - Developmental Services Worker (DSWP/DSWJ) at Loyalist College's Belleville campus is a two-year college diploma that gives you a strong, career-focused education in this field.

You will prepare to support people with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live full, included lives — studying person-directed support, communication, behavioural support, health and wellness, advocacy and inclusion — with supervised field placements. The program emphasises empathy and practical, best-practice care. Graduates work as developmental services and disability support workers in community, residential and day-program settings, where demand is strong.

Delivered with hands-on labs and placements at Loyalist College's Belleville campus in eastern Ontario. This program is on Loyalist's official PGWP-aligned programs list (CIP 19.0710), so graduates may qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit — the final decision always rests with IRCC.

Graduates are well placed for roles such as Developmental Services Worker, Disability Support Worker and Community Living Support Worker, leaving with practical skills and real Canadian experience that employers value.

Beyond technical training, you will build the communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills that transfer across careers and support long-term success in Canada and beyond.

With small classes, supportive instructors and a hands-on approach, international students at Loyalist College get personal attention and a genuinely welcoming place to study.