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Learning and Developmental Disabilities

Overview

If you want to improve the lives of special learners, then you will be interested in this program. Study child development, the nurturing of gifted students, and teaching children with special needs, on your way to becoming a teacher.

Degree: Minor

Learning and Developmental Disabilities is a minor program in the Faculty of Education. It may be added to any degree.

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Career possibilities

The world is changing rapidly and you have no way of knowing the full range of career opportunities available to you in the future. Graduates of this program may end up in a range of occupations, including these:

  • Academic Advisor
  • Admissions Counsellor
  • Adult Educator
  • Consultant
  • Curriculum Coordinator
  • ESL Teacher
  • Program Planner
  • Public Lecturer
  • Researcher
  • School Administrator
  • School Psychologist
  • Social Worker
  • Student Affairs Administrator
  • Teacher

Not sure where to start? Career Services can help you explore your options and create possibilities.

How to apply

See Faculty of Education for details.