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Diploma in Personal and Developmental Support Services Sault College - Ste. Marie Campus Sault College - Ste. Marie Campus, Canada

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CAD 15469

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Personal and Developmental Support Services program at Sault College will prepare you for the various challenges and experiences that are part of the expanding health care and community settings.

The faculty and staff at Sault College are ready to assist you in preparation to become a successful graduate in these dynamic environments. The Personal and Developmental Support Services program is based upon various components: the person, health, caring, holistic wellness, respect, inclusivity, and support work. These components will prepare you for the role of assisting clients and families to achieve and maintain an optimal quality of life. To reflect these beliefs, Sault College has developed a holistic and evidence-based program that incorporates the required knowledge, theory, values, and hands on skills to be successful within the various settings in healthcare and the community.

When you have completed the Personal and Developmental Support Services program at Sault College, you will be able to work with clients across the lifespan in settings such as long term care facilities, hospitals, private agencies, retirement homes, home care settings, boards of education (special needs children), palliative care settings, senior citizen recreation centres, respite settings, and group homes. This program will provide you with a lifelong and rewarding career. Some students choose to use it as a foundation to further their learning.

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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Closed

May 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 79 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 110.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):

  • Grade 12 English

 

6 IELTS Score
79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

15469

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Exciting News!

Apply to Sault College and receive an exclusive $2000 scholarship!


Key Details:

Intakes: September 2025 and January 2026
Deadline: February 12 - May 31, 2025
Scholarship Structure:  Semester 1: $2000
 Semester 2: $2000
 Semester 3 and onwards: $1000

Don't miss this amazing opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting academic journey at Sault College!

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