Diploma in Social Work & Community Development
Level: Diploma
Duration: 2 Years
Faculty: N/A
Department: N/A
Branch: Social Work
Fees: Contact Institution
Examining Body: KNEC/CDACC
About This Course
The Diploma in Social Work & Community Development course is designed to equip individuals with the competencies required to practice as a Social Worker.
Course open to Beginners, Development workers, social workers and Project managers.
Entry Requirements
Holders of a KCSE C- (Minus- KNEC Certificate)
Holders of a Craft Certificate courses by KNEC/CDACC
Course Structure
Basic Unit
• Demonstrate Communication Skills
• Demonstrate Digital Literacy
• Demonstrate Entrepreneurial Skills
• Demonstrate Workplace Ethics & Practices
Common Unit
● Conduct Social Research Works
● Conduct Social Policy Formulation and Public Administration
● Perform Psycho Social Support
● Carry out Resource Mobilization and Fundraising
● Manage Community Resources
● Conduct Community Empowerment
● Coordinate Community Project
● Conduct Community Awareness Training and Sensitization
● Carry out Advocacy and Lobbying Activities
● Carry out Crisis and Disaster Management
● Coordinate Conflict Resolution and Management
● Perform Home based Care and Support
● Coordinate Rehabilitation Programmes
● Carry out Child Welfare Programmes
● Conduct Case Management
● Manage Community-based Groups
● Industrial Attachment