Diploma in Social Work and Community Development

This comprehensive guide covers everything Kenyan students need to know about pursuing a Diploma in Social Work and Community Development. You’ll find detailed information about course modules, career opportunities, and how this diploma can prepare you for meaningful work in community development and social services across Kenya.

General introduction to the course.

Module I

• Social Work Theory and Practice
• Introduction to Community Development
• Development Economics
• Entrepreneurship Studies
• Community Capacity Building and Empowerment
• Information Communication Technology(ICT)
• Community Based Organizations
• Communication Skills
• Life skills

Module II

• Legal Aspects in Social Development Work
• Resource Mobilization and Fundraising
• Project Management
• Advocacy and Lobbying
• HIV/AIDS and other Pandemics
• Statistics
• Resource Management

Module III

• Disaster Management
• Social Psychology and Human Development
• Social Rehabilitation and Reintegration
• Social Policy and Administration
• Community Leadership
• Introduction to Counseling Psychology
• Transformation and Social Marketing
• Community Development Methodologies
• Management of Community Concerns
• Gender and Development
• Social Research Project