Diploma in Community Development and Social Work
Objectives of the programme
Specific objectives;
Upon completion of the prescribed course of study for Diploma in Community Development and
Social Work the graduate will have acquired knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to:
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To impart adequate skills which will enable the trainee to operate either as a
craftsman or perform middle supervisory function;
To prepare the trainees so that they can enter the world of work with confidence for
either salaried employment or self-employment;
To develop skills which will be responsive and relevant to the country’s human
resources required at the middle level.
Use development knowledge skills and abilities attained to support Development
organizations control principles and procedures;
Describe development concepts, principles and procedures in development
organisations
Select and apply development paradigms in appropriate development situations;
Apply various development skills to solve problems in various economics, political
and social areas
INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE
This course is intended to equip the trainee with knowledge, skills and attitudes that
will enable him or her to perform and manage development activities in the society.
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To understand various intervention measure in solving social problems in a society
Use local resources to empower the societies in order to become self reliant
Appreciate the role of communication in social work
Understand various methods and approaches used in social and community
development activities
Appreciate the importance of involving other professionals in the development and
solving social problems in the society
Promote ethical, legal and gender issues in appraising and solving social and
development problems
Appreciate the importance of self-enterpreneurial skills in the national development
Equip the trainee with knowledge ,skills and attitude to prevent the spread of
HIV/AIDS and other pandemic
COURSE ADMISSION CRITERIA
Minimum Entry Requirements
1. Be a holder of aggregate grade of C- in KCSE and grade C- in Mathematics and
English.
Or
2. Passed relevant craft course
3. Be a holder of KCE certificate with a Division III in KCE with credit passes in
mathematics and English
Or
3. Be holder of an accredited certificate with a credit pass that is recognized by the
University Senate
Or
4. Be a holder of any other qualification accepted by the University Senate as
equivalent to any of the above
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5. Equivalent qualifications as determine by KNEC
Examinations
The kenya National Examination council will offer external examination.The
institutions will offer internal examinations as coursework/continuous assessment.
Course work/continuous assessment
Course work/continuous assessment will be prepared and make by the istitution will
issue statement of results.
External Examinations
The Kenya National Examination Council will offer external examinations for the
Diploma in Social Work and Diploma in Community Development in the various
modules: I, II, III.
Course Duration
The Diploma in Community Development and Social Work shall normally be offered
over a minimum of one (1) year of study, usually called academic years and a
maximum of (2) years
The course is designed to have duration of 2970 hours.2310 hours will be spent in the
institution while 660 hours will be used for industrial attatchment.The course is
structured in three modules as follows:
Examinable subjects
Module I
Social work theory and practice
Introduction to community Development
Development Economics
Community Based Organization
Communication skills
Enterpreneurship Eucation
Community Capacity Building and Empowerment
Information Communication Technology
Module II
Resource Mobolization and Fund raising
Project Mnagement
Advocacy and lobbying
HIV/AIDS and other pandemics
Disaster mangement
Statistics
Legal aspects in social Development Work
Resource Mnagement
Module III
Module III PART A
Social psychology and Human development
Introduction to counselling psychology
Social Rehabilitation and Reintergration
Disaster management
Social policy and Administration
Social research project
Module III PART B
Transformation and social marketing
Community Development Methodologies
Management of community concerns
Community leadership
Gender and Development
Social Research Project
Mode of delivery of the proposed programme
• Full time (Regular)
• Part time/evening
• School based
• Weekend intensive
• Online/distance learning
Social Work Careers
Medical/Public Health
Social workers who work in the medical field are always in high demand. It is projected that the
number of jobs in medical/public health social work will grow by 22 percent through 2018, the
highest rate in the social work field. Medical/public health social workers can work in any
facility that provides care to patients, including hospitals, emergency rooms, hospices, nursing
homes, rehabilitation facilities, assisted living facilities and home health agencies. They work
with patients to ensure they are being cared for properly, facilitate communication between them
and their caregivers, and assist with paperwork and decision-making. Medical/public health
social workers are advocates for patient rights and a source of comfort during difficult times.
Because this is such an important area of social work, it generally pays more, with an average
salary ranging from $41,000 to $58,000 annually.
Substance Abuse
Substance abuse social workers are employed in a variety of venues, including rehabilitation
facilities, prisons, private practices, for- and non-profit organizations, and juvenile detention
facilities. It is known as one of the more emotionally demanding areas of social work since
addiction is hard to treat. People struggling with addiction need patience and compassion, and
navigating mood swings, relapses and anger require a great deal of dedication. But knowing you
are helping someone in recovery and that you can play an important role in their lives is
incredibly rewarding. As the legal system places greater emphasis on recovery and rehabilitation,
jobs in this area are expected to grow at a rate of 20 percent through 2018. Depending on your
level of experience and where you work, the average salary ranges from $29,000 to $49,000
annually.
Mental Health
While a master’s is not always required for a career in social work, it always makes you a more
marketable candidate; still, one area where a master’s is required is mental health in the realm of
clinical practice. Many mental health social workers provide therapy, and this requires advanced
education, as well as licensure, as a clinical social worker (LCSW). As a mental health social
worker – or clinical social worker – there is a diverse range of mental health services you can
provide. You can work in community mental health centers, mental hospitals, private practices,
hospitals and even schools. You assess your clients’ mental health, diagnose mental disorders,
develop treatment plans and assist in the daily living of those with mental disorders. The average
annual salary of a mental health social worker is $41,880.
Child Welfare
Child welfare is an area of social work that requires sensitivity, compassion and a love of
children. Child welfare social workers provide services to children who are abused and neglected
by their parents or to children from lower-income families who cannot afford to properly care for
them. Many child welfare workers work with child protective services to investigate reports of
child abuse and neglect, and intervene when a child’s home environment is deemed unsafe. As a
child welfare social worker, you would meet regularly with children and families to assess
conditions in the home and report on the care a child is receiving. When a child is in danger,
child welfare workers facilitate the removal of that child and place them in a safe alternative
environment. The child welfare social work field is expected to grow at a rate of 12 percent
through 2018, and the average salary for a child protective services worker is between $25,000
and $47,000 annually, depending on location and experience.
School Social Work
School social work is one of the more common areas in the field, and there are different
capacities in which a school social worker can work. As a school social worker, you are a liaison
between school and students’ families, essentially bridging children’s personal lives and
education to make sure their needs are being met. You can function as a guidance counselor and
also work with special needs children to facilitate their integration into mainstream classes. You
are responsible for addressing a number of school issues, such as behavioral intervention
programs, truancy prevention programs, sexual education, health education, crisis intervention
and effective communication between parents, teachers and students. Depending on location and
level of education, school social workers earn a salary ranging from $32,000 to $52,000
annually.