College Diploma - Developmental Services Worker (DSW)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Developmental Services Worker program at Fleming College, students must meet the following Academic Requirements:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, including:
  • Grade 12 C English
  • Majority of courses at College (C) or Open (O) level, unless otherwise stated.
  • Grade 12 C courses will be accepted where Grade 11 C course requirements are listed.
  • Where College level courses are listed, U and M courses will be accepted.
• For mature students (19 years of age or older before classes start) who do not possess an OSSD, they can write the Skills Marker to assess their eligibility for admission. Additional testing or academic upgrading may be necessary to meet specific course requirements for this program.
• Students are encouraged to obtain their G driver’s license during their diploma, as employers often look for candidates who have or are close to obtaining their license.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Students are advised to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is processed in a timely manner. For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency, choosing one of the following options:

Option 1 - Submit test results from one of the accepted tests listed:

• Internet-based (iBT) TOEFL: 80 with no score less than 20
• Paper-based (PBT) TOEFL: 550
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
• Duolingo: 105+
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): Overall 60
• Canadian Academic English Language - ONLINE (CAEL - ONLINE): Overall 60
• Michigan English Test (MET): 56
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test English): 46+
• Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 169 with no skill below 162
• Oxford ELLT: 6 (No band less than 5)

Special notes: Test scores to be valid for a minimum of 2 months following date of application. Students applying within Canada, currently attending an accredited University or College, with expired test scores can be considered for direct admission if the student successfully progresses in a post-secondary program.

Option 2:

Successful completion of Level 8, in Fleming College’s English Language Bridge (ELB) Program.

• Diploma/Certificates require 70% grade in Level 8
• Post Graduate Certificates require 80% grade in Level 8

Option 3:

Successful completion of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English for Academic Preparation (EAP) at an Ontario Community College, University, or approved pathway language organization.

Option 4:

Provide proof of language proficiency based on previous education:

• Successfully completed three consecutive years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Completed one full year of study (within the last 2 years) in an accredited post-secondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 C) issued by a public or Catholic school board.
• Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Fleming College pathway partners.
• Completed three consecutive years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 C).

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.