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CSCD Certificate

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development (CSCD) is an 8-month certificate course in School of Development Studies, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 56,000.

Overview

International Certificate in Social work- Community Development

Course overview

Certificate in Social work- Community Development is an online certified course offered at Finstock Evarsity  College in a duration of 8 months and is examine by Finstock Evarsity College . A certificate is issued upon completion of this course

Certificate in Social Work & Community Development program prepares students for a career in Diploma in Social Work & Community Development and equip students with social work skills to engage with individuals, families, groups and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being of the people. Graduates will be able to apply social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, political science, public health, community development, law, and economics, to engage with various stakeholders in order to develop interventions that solve social and personal problems; and create social change.

Minimum Entry Requirement.

Grade D-

Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials

Program Objectives

  • This program aims at;
  • Providing student with Knowledge on the scope and extent of various developmental issues.
  • Giving the trainee ability to work in the community and help in offering key services in community projects.
  • Instill Values, Ethics and Skills.

Who is to undertake this program?

  • Students who wish to start a career in community development Professionals currently work in relevant occupations and who wish to acquire knowledge and skills in community development.
  • Students wishing to pursue higher degree in community development.

Career opportunities

  • Social workers
  • Project Managers
  • Policy Makers
  • Community development specialists
  • Counselors
  • Self-employment

Skills gained

  • Communications skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Cultural competence
  • Professional commitment

Reasons why you should study this course

  • You'll be more fulfilled at work
  • The skills you learn will open doors
  • You make a noticeable difference
  • It is a future investment to get qualified

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What you will study

 

  • Semester 1
  • Module I
  • Social work theory and practice
  • Introduction to community development
  • Community Based organizations
  • Communication skills
  • Entrepreneurship education

Semester 2 

Module II

Introduction to Resource Management

HIV and Other Pendemics

Disaster Management Statistics

Legal aspects In Social Development

Information Communication Technology

1st year, 1st trimester

  1. CSCD01 Social Work Theory And Practice
  2. CSCD02 Introduction To Community Development
  3. CSCD03 Community Based Organizations
  4. CSCD04 Communication Skills
  5. CSCD05 Entrepreneurship Education

1st year, 2nd trimester

  1. CSCD06 Introduction To Resource Management
  2. CSCD07 HIV-AIDS And Other Pandemic
  3. CSCD08 Disaster Management Statistics
  4. CSCD09 Legal Aspects In Social Development
  5. CSCD010 Information Communication Technology
  6. CSCD011 Management Of Community Concerns

Fees

ItemAmount
RegistrationKES 1,000
AdministrationKES 5,000
Internal examsKES 10,000
TuitionKES 40,000
TotalKES 56,000

Paying in instalments

All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over 2 trimesters, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.

TrimesterTotal per trimester
Trimester 1KES 28,000 ($ 280)
Trimester 2KES 28,000 ($ 280)
TotalKES 56,000 ($ 560)

The trimester fee of KES 28,000 ($ 280) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 9,333.33 ($ 93.33).

Requirements

Entry requirements

D-

Practical requirements

The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.

Good to know

  • All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
  • Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).

Instructors

  • HANNAH NJOKI KIMANI
  • BENARD MAKOKHA ONYANGO
  • SIMON KIMARU MURIUKI
  • JAMES MBURU KIMANI
  • RHODAH MUTENDE

Frequently asked questions

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development is the programme identified by this course title at Finstock Evarsity College. The current official information describes it as follows: an online social-work and community-development programme designed to develop skills for working with individuals, families, groups and communities.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development: The entry requirement for Certificate In Social Work - Community Development is D-.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development takes 8 months according to the current official Finstock information available for this programme.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development is offered through Online according to the current official Finstock listing.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development develops skills in social-work theory and practice, community development, community-based organisations, communication, resource management, disaster management, legal aspects of social development and community concerns.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development: After completing Certificate In Social Work - Community Development, learners can pursue or strengthen opportunities in social-work and community-development support roles involving individuals, families, groups and communities, subject to applicable employment/professional requirements.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development: After successful completion of Certificate In Social Work - Community Development, Certificate of completion awarded by Finstock Evarsity College.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development: The current official fee information for Certificate In Social Work - Community Development is KES 56,000 total (including registration, administration, internal examination and tuition fees)

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development: For Certificate In Social Work - Community Development, Yes. Each trimester is KES 28,000 and is payable in 3 installments of about KES 9,333.33.

Certificate In Social Work - Community Development is offered through Finstock Evarsity College with the delivery, curriculum focus and fee information described above. It provides online training in social work and community development and covers social, community, legal and resource-management areas.

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  • PHILIP MWAMBURA MWANYAMBA
    Kenya ·

    Rated 4 out of 5

    I recently enrolled for the Certificate in Social Work – Community Development Course at Finstock Evarsity College, and I must say I’m impressed by how affordable the program is compared to other online colleges. The payment plans are flexible, making it easy for anyone to start learning without financial pressure. I also appreciate the convenience of studying online, I can access my classes anytime, which fits perfectly with my busy schedule. So far, my experience has been smooth, and I’m excited about what lies ahead.

  • ABEL NZOMO MUTUVA
    Kenya ·

    Rated 5 out of 5

    Having studied at Finstock Evarsity College for a few months now, I can confidently say the Certificate in Social Work – Community Development has exceeded my expectations. The lessons are practical, and I’ve gained valuable skills in community engagement and project management. The continuous assessments keep me on track, and the tutors’ feedback has helped me improve tremendously. I feel more confident and better prepared for real-life social work opportunities.

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