This program sets the foundation for study in the area of learning disabilities with a focus on the relevant and varied definitions of learning disabilities and explores the types of learning disabilities and the means of assessing learning disabilities. Students will review and reflect on the ethical practices and legal responsibilities of educational bodies for providing and supporting access to accommodations, special funding, and services. Students will be able to explore how psycho-educational reports and mental health accommodations are used to create learning plans for academic settings. Students will also have the opportunity to consider how other disorders; including ADHD, ASD, NVLD, addictions, and mental health disorders, impact learning. Legal foundations and professional standards pertaining to learning disabilities will also be explored. This program allows students to participate in rich discussions with professionals in the field and network with an online community.

Admissions

OSSD or Mature Student Status

If you are interested in completing the entire certificate program, please click here to sign up before registering for your courses. See the Program of Study or Course Delivery tabs to register for individual courses.

Certificate requirements

In order to obtain the Certificate of Completion, the following courses must be completed:

PSY 1003Concurrent Disorders, Mental Health & Addictions3
LDS 1202Intro to Learning Disabilities4
LDS 1611Learning Disabilities and Other Disorders4
LDS 1006Mental Health Accommodations4

To apply to this program, please email continuing@cambriancollege.ca with your request. Our team will be happy to assist you with the application process.

Course delivery

Please visit Cambrian College's eStore to see which courses from this program are available for registration at this time.

Courses are delivered asynchronously online. This means you do not have to log in at a specific day or time to complete your coursework. However, you are responsible for meeting all course due dates as posted within the course. Most courses will have weekly modules or assignments to complete. We recommend that students budget a minimum of 5 hours per week per 3-credit course they are taking online to be successful.

Important Note: Cambrian College reserves the right to cancel the offering of courses in certain terms.

Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.