The DDC Program is a joint Reena and George Brown College Certificate Program, in partnership with two other developmental Services Providers; Kerryís Place Autism Services, and Montage Support Services. This training program is a great opportunity for people wishing to pursue a career in the Developmental Services Sector. It is a 4-month intensive program that offers students a full academic portfolio, over 26 courses, and 2-months of hands-on experience in the sector, that is closely monitored and assessed for each studentís success.

• Full-time study in 26 content/topic areas
• Pre-arranged placement (Placement shifts will vary)
• 72 hours of practicum placements to observe support settings in group homes and day program
• 192 hours of hands-on block placement
• Guaranteed job interview with one of the partnering agencies upon successful completion of the program

March 19, 2012 - (The DDC program is offered once a year)

$2,000 - This registration fee covers all courses, books and certificates. (Transportation and Criminal Reference Check is not included)

• The full-time study takes place at Reena's Toby and Henry Battle Centre (927 Clark Ave. W., Thornhill, Ontario)
• The placement takes place at one of the partnering agencies' locations. (most of the locations are located within Toronto & Thornhill)

The DDC Program is a joint Reena and George Brown College program in partnership with Kerry's Place Autism Services and Montage Support Services

George Brown College
www.georgebrown.ca

Kerry's Place Autism Services
www.kerrysplace.com

Montage Support Services
www.montagesupport.ca

Please submit the following documents:

1. DDC Program Application Form (click here to download the form)
2. Cover letter
3. Resume

(Note: All documents must be submitted together before screening process can begin)

Please submit your application documents to:

Stacey Donaghy, Manager
Learning & Development Department
Reena
927 Clark Ave. W.
Thornhill, Ontario L4J 8G6

Fax: 905-889-4039

Application Deadline:
Interview process is currently in progress. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Minimum Requirements:

• 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Student Selection Process:

1. All of the applications will be screened.
2. Qualified applicants will be called for a telephone screening. (Applicants should have knowledge about the DDC Program as questions about the program will be asked at that time)
3. An interview will be set up for those who successfully pass the telephone screening.
4. An interview will be conducted. The results of your interview will be corresponded to you by mail.

• Humber College Recognition for DDC Graduates - DDC Graduates can apply for credit toward Humber's Developmental Services Worker (DSW) diploma program's courses:
• Field Practice/DSW.107
• Intervention Strategies/DSW.215
• Pharmacology/DSW.207
• Introduction to Developmental Disabilities/DSW.102

Here are the dates of information sessions for you to learn more about the DDC Program. Please book your seat as space is limited.

January 26, 2012 - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm At Reena - 927 Clark Ave. West, Thornhill (3 traffic lights North of Steeles & Bathurst) The presentation will start at 3:00 pm. Registration opens at 2:30 pm.

For further information, please email at staff.development@reena.org

Last updated September 16, 2011, reviewed Friday, February 3, 2012