Designed for Caregivers and Professionals
Courses for Every Stage of Life
Includes Access to Private Down Syndrome Community
Explore the Down Syndrome Academy
Courses and community for caregivers and professionals
On Demand Learning
Choose the topics most important to you, and learn at your own pace
Leading DS Experts
Course materials created by Canada's leading Down syndrome experts
Private Community
Join the DSRF Circle of Support - a community for DS families and practitioners
Continuous Updates
Additional courses to be added on an ongoing basis
Top Courses
Down Syndrome 101: An Introduction to Down Syndrome
Learn the basics about Down syndrome and better understand the person in your life with DS.
Common Senses: Sensory Processing for Individuals with Down Syndrome
An overview of sensory processing in people with Down syndrome, including strategies for promoting sensory health.
Relationships + Sexuality for People with Down Syndrome
An introduction to identity, relationships, and sexuality for people with Down syndrome.
Dual Diagnosis: Down Syndrome + Autism
Understanding and supporting people who have both Down syndrome and autism
Down Syndrome 101: An Introduction to Down Syndrome
Learn the basics about Down syndrome and better understand the person in your life with DS.
Supporting Learners with Down Syndrome + Other Developmental Disabilities
In this course intended for educators who work with students with Down syndrome, DSRF's diverse team of professionals shares strategies and knowledge to support the learning goals of the students you work with.
Down Syndrome for Medical Professionals
Individuals with Down syndrome have a higher risk of many different health issues throughout life. This course provides an overview of medical care for people with Down syndrome throughout the lifespan, beginning with diagnosis.
Common Senses: Sensory Processing for Individuals with Down Syndrome
An overview of sensory processing in people with Down syndrome, including strategies for promoting sensory health.
Relationships + Sexuality for People with Down Syndrome
An introduction to identity, relationships, and sexuality for people with Down syndrome.
Dual Diagnosis: Down Syndrome + Autism
Understanding and supporting people who have both Down syndrome and autism
Over 300 students in our learning community
Here's what they're saying:
Brilliant!
The information DSRF provides is absolutely first class! The videos are a fantastic resource. The podcasts are brilliant; I love listening to them. In the 18 months I have been supporting a student with Down syndrome, she has made remarkable progress, and this is based on the quality information DSRF provides.
Simon Collier
Educational Assistant
Life Changing!
DSRF's educator series is the richest learning I've experienced. Life changing for me in my role of supporting learners.
@jdinunzio
Support Teacher
Wow!
I'm so excited for the Academy. This is an AMAZING resource! Wow! Thank you!!
Phyllis
Parent
About the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
DSRF's mission is to support people living with Down syndrome and their families with individualized and leading-edge educational programs, health services, information resources, and rich social connections so each person can flourish in their own right. Our vision is a Canada that values and empowers people with Down syndrome, fostering economic, social, and individual inclusion throughout their lives.
DSRF offers a level of Down syndrome expertise unmatched in Canada. Our caring therapists and teachers are Down syndrome specialists who work almost exclusively with individuals with Down syndrome. They have a deep knowledge of this population’s unique learning strengths and needs - and they are here to help you understand and support the person in your life with Down syndrome.
Try our FREE Course!
Take our introductory course Down Syndrome 101 for free! Whether you are the parent, family member or caregiver for a person with Down syndrome or a professional working with a person with Down syndrome, this Down Syndrome 101 will give you an understanding of this genetic condition, how it impacts people, and how best to support them.
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