KES 15,000
DSCD
Diploma
Diploma In Social Work - Community Development
Diploma In Social Work - Community Development (DSCD) is a 1-year diploma course in School of Development Studies, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 121,000.
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Overview
Diploma in Social Work-Community Development
Course overview
Diploma in Social work-Community Development is an Online course offered at Finstock Evarsity College that takes a duration of 12 months and is examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate is issued upon completion of his course.
This program seeks to equip students with knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to actively participate in development activities. It equips individuals with the competencies required to practice as a Social Worker.
Minimum grade required;
Grade C-
Program Objectives
By the end of this program, the students should be in a position to;
- Understand the various intervention measures in solving problem in a society
- Articulate various methods and approaches used in social and community development activities
- Explain the importance of involving other professionals in the development and solving social problems in a society.
- Explain the importance of self-entrepreneurial skills in the national development
- Promote ethical, legal practices and gender issues in appraising and solving social and development problem.
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
Career Opportunities
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Hospitals
- Church organizations
- Children homes
- Homes for the elderly
- Government offices like PC's, DC's - social work department
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
- You can be self employed
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What you will study
Semester 1
Module I
- Social work theory and practice
- Introduction to community development
- Development Economics
- Community Based organizations
- Communication skills
- Entrepreneurship education
- Community capacity building and Empowerment
Semester 2
Module II
- Information communication Technology
- Resource mobilization and Fundraising.
- Project management
- Advocacy and Lobbying
- HIV/AIDS and other Pandemics
- Disaster management Statistics
- Legal aspects in social development
Semester 3
Module III
- Resource management
- Transformation and social marketing
- Community development methodologies
- Management of Community Concerns
- Community Leadership
- Gender and Development Social Research project
1st year, 1st trimester
- DSCD01 Social Work Theory And Practice
- DSCD02 Introduction To Community Development
- DSCD03 Development Economics
- DSCD04 Community Based Organizations
- DSCD05 Communication Skills
- DSCD06 Entrepreneurship Education
- DSCD010 Project Management
- DSCD011 Advocacy And Lobbying
- DSCD012 HIV-AIDS And Other Pandemics
- DSCD013 Disaster Management Statistics
1st year, 2nd trimester
- DSCD07 Community Capacity Building And Empowerment
- DSCD08 Information Communication Technology
- DSCD09 Resource Mobilization And Fundraising.
- DSCD014 Legal Aspects In Social Development
- DSCD015 Resource Management
- DSCD016 Community Development Methodologies
1st year, 3rd trimester
- DSCD017 Transformation And Social Marketing
- DSCD018 Management Of Community Concerns
- DSCD019 Community Leadership
- DSCD020 Gender And Development Social Research Project
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration | KES 1,000 |
| Administration | KES 5,000 |
| Internal exams | KES 15,000 |
| Tuition | KES 100,000 |
| Total | KES 121,000 |
Paying in instalments
All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over 3 trimesters, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.
| Trimester | Total per trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33) |
| Trimester 2 | KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33) |
| Trimester 3 | KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33) |
| Total | KES 121,000 ($ 1,210) |
The trimester fee of KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 13,444.44 ($ 134.44).
Requirements
Entry requirements
C-
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
- JAMES MBURU KIMANI
- JANE WANJIRU MUTURI
Frequently asked questions
The Diploma In Social Work - Community Development is a diploma programme preparing learners to support individuals, groups and communities through social and development interventions.
The Diploma In Social Work - Community Development suits school leavers, working adults and practitioners seeking practical skills in this field. It is suitable for beginners who meet the stated entry requirement.
The entry requirement for the Diploma In Social Work - Community Development is KCSE mean grade C- or an equivalent qualification.
The Diploma In Social Work - Community Development takes 12 months and is organised into 3 trimesters.
The total course fee for the Diploma In Social Work - Community Development is KES 121,000. Flexible payment is available at KES 40,333.33 per trimester, with each trimester payable in three installments of KES 13,444.44.
Yes. The Diploma In Social Work - Community Development is offered online. Online learners use electronic study modules, cloud-based content, self-tests, learner forums and tutor support.
The Diploma In Social Work - Community Development covers social-work practice, community mobilisation, sociology, counselling, project planning, social policy, advocacy, gender and development, monitoring and evaluation, research and fieldwork, building practical, analytical and workplace-ready skills.
Relevant opportunities after the Diploma In Social Work - Community Development include social-work assistant, community-development officer, NGO programme officer, caseworker, youth or gender officer, outreach coordinator and community-project consultant.
Yes. Learners may progress to a related degree in social work, community development, sociology, counselling or development studies, subject to admission requirements.
Choose the Diploma In Social Work - Community Development at Finstock Evarsity College for flexible study, practical course content, tutor support, installment payments and college-issued completion certification.
Reviews
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OUMA JOWI GORDON
Kenya ·Rated 5 out of 5
Enrolling for the Diploma In Social Work - Community Development has given me exactly what I was looking for in terms of career building. I joined because the institution is known for quality training and the classes allow me to study at my pace from anywhere. The tuition cost is very fair compared to other institutions I had checked and the learning support is outstanding. I feel like this is the right place to develop the skills I need to work in NGOs, community outreach programs and development-based projects.
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KAVULI JEDDIDAH MUANGE
Kenya ·Rated 4 out of 5
Being a continuing student at Finstock Evarsity College in the Diploma In Social Work - Community Development, I can confidently say the experience only gets better as you progress. The content is very practical and the assignments are aligned to real field situations. The tutors offer excellent mentorship and academic support, which motivates me to keep improving. I also appreciate the institution’s flexible study model, it allows me to balance work and school perfectly. This course has been transforming the way I see community development work and I’m excited to complete and apply these skills in the job market.
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