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.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton

Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
11134 AC01 No
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
11135 AC02 No
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
11132 AS01 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Mon: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
11133 AS02 Yes
Spring May 5 - Aug. 22, 2025 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
20465 AC01 No
For each course session or class time, you can choose to attend in person, online in real-time or watch a previously recorded session.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton

Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Mon: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
11136 HS02 Yes

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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 2024-2025 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $495 $710.50 $1,205.50
See the detailed fees for this course
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

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1497 $710.50 $2,207.50
See the detailed fees for this course
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 term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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