Social Work
Level: Diploma
Duration: 2 Years
Faculty: N/A
Department: N/A
Branch: Social Work
Fees: Contact Institution
Examining Body: TVET CDACC
Modes: Onsite (In Class) Online Blended (Online + In Class) Evening Classes Weekend Classes
Ideal For: High School Leaver Undergraduate Student Postgraduate Student Working Professional Career Switcher Adult Learner Skills Upgrade Educator or Teacher Government Staff General Public
Campuses: Main Campus
About This Course
Social Work combines the principles of social work with community empowerment and sustainable development. It equips you to address social issues at individual and community level, grounded in social welfare policy, human behaviour and ethical practice.
Units cover social research, psychosocial support, social policy and public administration, community awareness and sensitisation, advocacy and lobbying, conflict resolution, home-based care, child welfare programmes, case management and the management of community-based groups, with practical fieldwork through an industrial attachment.
Entry Requirements
- KCSE mean grade C− (minus); or
- A Social Work Level 5 certificate with one year of continuous work experience; or
- An equivalent qualification as determined by KNQA, and/or as guided by the relevant regulatory body.
Career Opportunities
- Social worker
- Roles in social services, non-profit organisations, government agencies and community initiatives