The approved program standard for the Developmental Services Worker program of instruction leading to an Ontario College Diploma delivered by Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (ministry funding code 51641) and Diploma in Developmental Services Worker delivered by career colleges (CCS)

January 2026

Note:

  • Although the standard is the same, it may be referred to as a Program Standard by the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology and as a Training Standard by the career colleges.
  • The name of the credential issued will vary depending on the education provider. For example, "Ontario College Diploma" for the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology and named "Diploma in Developmental Services Worker" for the career colleges.

Inquiries regarding specific programs offered by colleges of applied arts and technology in Ontario should be directed to the relevant college.

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Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security
Postsecondary Education Quality Assessment Branch
Program Standards Unit
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15th floor
Toronto, Ontario
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