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School: George Brown College

Program: Intervenor for Deafblind Persons Program

Program

Intervenor for Deafblind Persons

 

Faculty

School of Deaf and Deafblind Studies

Credential

Ontario College Diploma

Duration

2 years

Starting   Month

September

Co-op   opportunities

No

 

Program Description:

Intervenors make it possible for individuals with Deafblindness to access information and to interact within their environment.

The Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program provides students with the knowledge and basic skills required to work with children and adults who are Deafblind, including individuals who may be medically fragile. Regular attendance and participation are integral to program success. The program combines:

  • theory

  • practical experience

  • specialized techniques of intervention

  • a variety of alternative communication methods

Information sessions are held twice monthly from October to May. For specific dates, times, location and to register, please visit the Intervenor Information Session Sign-Up Page.

It is recommended that applicants take an introductory American Sign Language course prior to starting this program.

We have identified key attributes of students who have become successful graduates and practicing intervenors. Find out if this program is right for you by reviewing our list of Attributes for Success (C108).

 

Admission Requirement:

Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.

  • Ontario Secondary School      Diploma or equivalent**

  • Grade 12 English (C or U) -      Must have a Grade 12 English (4C/4U) grade of 65 or higher

  • Information session - Other      arrangements will be made for applicants who live outside the Greater      Toronto Area and/or are unable to attend the information session.

  • Questionnaire

** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.


Tuition Fees:

Application Fee

$95

Base Tuition Fee

$13,520 for 2 semesters

$20,280 for 3 Semesters

Incidental Fees (Student ID, Student   association membership, etc.)

$1,500

Mandatory Health Insurance

$570.82 for one year coverage( Sep-Aug)

$388.28 for 8 months coverage(Jan-Aug)

$204.64 for 4 months coverage (May- Aug)

Public Transportation ( Per year),   estimated

$1,500

Books and supplies (estimated per year)

$1,000-$1,200

 

Career:

Graduates of this program use a variety of specialized communication including:

  • adapted American Sign Language

  • tactile ASL

  • two-hand manual communication

  • large print notes

  • oral intervening

  • braille

  • touch cues

  • tangible symbols

  • gestures

  • pictures

  • adapted signs

Graduates of the Intervenor for Deafblind Persons program have found employment as intervenors with:

  • boards of education

  • social service agencies

  • individuals with Deafblindness

  • community residential settings

  • specialized school programs

There is a demand for intervenors in Canada and in a number of countries throughout the world.

 

Link to George Brown Official Website

http://www.georgebrown.ca/C108-2017-2018/