Introduction to Disability Studies - DISB 1002

This course introduces students to foundational knowledge for supporting individuals with disabilities. Students will examine the evolution of social-cultural perspectives of persons with disabilities and the subsequent treatment. Students will reflect on the scope and role of the disability service worker.

Note: Restricted to Disability Studies, Community Support Worker, Settlement Studies and Open Studies.

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

Tuition and fees for 2025-2026 Open Studies

	Tuition estimate	+	Fees estimate	=	Total estimate
One 3-credit course	$626.40		$710.50		$1,336.90

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Digital resource fee:	$7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee:	$15 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee:	$41.00 max per term
Student technology fee:	$12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan:	$386.00 per year
Students’ Association:	$51.50 per term
U-Pass:	$180.00 per term
Legal plan:	$18.00 per year

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	Tuition estimate	+	Fees estimate	=	Total estimate
One 3-credit course	$1783.1999999999998		$710.50		$2,493.69