Disability Support Professional

Applications for the Sep 2026 intake close on Sep 1, 2026. Tuition is International students: view tuition rates for international students..

This program prepares students to support individuals with disabilities in various settings. It focuses on personal care, behavioural support, and person-centred planning. Students gain practical skills through two supervised practicums. The curriculum emphasizes respectful, compassionate care for people of all ages.

Focus areas include basic care skills, behavioural support, disability support services, exceptionalities and human growth, interpersonal skills, person-centred planning.

One-year program with two practicums; no co-op mentioned.

Graduates work as disability support workers, supportive living workers, educational assistants, or vocational training workers in health care, education, and community settings.

Grade 12 required. English language requirement. International students must have a co-op work permit for practicum. Alternative admission available via ACCUPLACER scores or post-secondary credits.

On-campus in Prince Albert, Regina, and Saskatoon; also offered through distance and Centre for Continuing Education; full-time and part-time options.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.