Disability Studies at Norquest Collage
| Disability Studies at Norquest Collage | |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Intake | September |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Undergraduate Diploma |
| Tution Fees | $ 28,560 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEFL | 71 |
| PTE | 0 |
Overview
Acquire the skills needed to support individuals with disabilities in early intervention, community settings, schools, recreation, and employment. You will be prepared to create, implement, assess, and modify plans to help utilize individual strengths and abilities to increase opportunities for meaningful participation in the community.
Transferability
NorQuest College will seek a block transfer of the Disability Studies diploma into the Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation at University of Calgary. Additional transfer agreements, such as with the Bachelor of Professional Arts Program (Human Services Major) at Athabasca University, will be pursued.
Additional NorQuest internal credit transfer:
- transfer from Early Learning and Child Care certificate
- transfer from Community Support Worker
Career Potential
The program will prepare graduates for employment in a number of careers in the non-profit sector for Community Disability Sector Services, and various departments within municipal and provincial governments, including Family Managed Services (Alberta Children’s Services and Disability Services Division). Employment opportunities exist including:
- early interventionist
- community disability support worker
- home support worker
- community outreach worker
- employment assistance worker
- residential assistant
- therapeutic assistant (behavior)
- education assistant
- managers of agencies
- development support worker
Norquest Collage Highlights
| Application Portal | Online |
| Application Fee | 105 CAD for international students |
| Mode of Payment | Check, Student self service portal, Debit card, Credit card, direct debit, bank transfer, or e-wallet |
| Academic Calendar | Term and Semester-based |
| Intake Seasons | Autumn, Spring, and Summer depending on the program |
| Work Experience | Required for some graduate programs |
| Financial aid | Available |
| English language proficiency score | TOEFL or equivalent |
NorQuest College The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Student Annual Estimated Cost of Attendance 2019/2020
| Fee | Per Credit Fee for International Students |
|---|---|
| Non-transferable tuition deposit | 400 CAD |
| Post-Management Programs Fee* | 125 - 800 CAD |
| Other fees | |
| Textbook rentals | 25 CAD |
| Other and Incidental Fees | 1000 CAD (estimated) |
| Students’ Association Fees | 600 CAD - 700 CAD estimated |
| Residence and Housing fees | CAD 400 - 1500 |
*Fee depends exactly on the programs you choose
NorQuest College Application Process
Application Portal: Online
Application Fee: 95 CAD (national students); 105 CAD (international students)
Application deadline: The international students whose study plans have been affected by COVID-19 can start their studies from Fall 2020 to Winter 2021 within the same program. The deferral deadline is July 15, 2020.
Supporting documents:
- TOEFL - iBT: 71
- CELPIP General: 7
- CAEL: 60
- ESLS 7000 or ESLS 7100 (or ESLG 2101) should have a minimum 80 per cent
- ESLW 7000 or ESLW 7100 (or ESLG 2103) should have a minimum 80 per cent
- IELTS (Academic) - 6.
- TFI - 785
- High school/college GPA of entering students (Both UG and PG): 2.75
- Personalized of SOP, LOR required
- Immunization certificate
- CV/Resume
- Job experience in years if any
- Visa/passport
Norquest Collage International Students English Proficiency Requirement
Students with english not as a first language must submit one of the following scores as proof of english proficiency:
| Score | Day Home Provider | Business & Health Care | Art and Science | Pharmacy Technician | Nursing Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL (Internet-based) | 32 | 71 | 84 | 91 | 94 |
| IELTS | 4 | 6 (5.5 or above in all band) | 6.5 (6 or above in all band) | 6.5 (6 or above in all band) | 7.5 (listening) 7 (speaking) 6.5 (reading) 7 (writing) |
| CLBPT or CLBA | No section below 4 | No section below 7 | No section below 8 | Not Required | Not Required |
| CanTEST | Not Required | Not Required | Not Required | 4.5 (listening, speaking, reading) 4 (writing) |
Not Required |
| CELPIP General | 4 | 7 (6 or above in all section) | 8 (7 or above in all section) | Not Required | Not Required |
| MELAB | Not Required | Not Required | Not Required | 81 (80 in listening, 3+ in speaking, 83 in reading, 80 in writing) | Not Required |
Students not having minimum scores for demonstrating english proficiency can enroll in English as a Second Language (ESL) program by Norquest. Minimum score in Norquest’s ESL for admission eligibility varies with program.
| Norquest Collage Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $ 17,225 |
| Postgraduate | 17,225 |
| Norquest Collage Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | $ 11,000 |
| Campus accommodation | $ 0 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| Norquest Collage English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 71 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 71 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| Norquest Collage University Contact Details |
|---|
| Norquest Collage Address |
| 10215 108 St NW,Edmonton 10215 108 St NW AB T5J 1L6 |
| Norquest Collage Email |
| info@norquest.ca |
| Norquest Collage Phone |
| 780 644 6000 |