Unlock a World of Possibilities with Community Development Practitioner

Step into a career dedicated to uplifting communities and fostering positive change with our Community Development Practitioner qualification. This comprehensive qualification provides you with essential skills and practical experience to thrive as a leader in the field of community development. Through immersive learning, hands-on projects, and real-world exposure, you'll graduate with confidence and expertise to address complex community needs.

Why Choose This Qualification?

This qualification equips learners with skills to engage in community-based research, plan and manage interventions, and coordinate partnerships, promoting ethical practices and sustainable community development.

Admission Requirements.

Completion of Occupational Certificate: Community Worker (NQF Level 4) or equivalent qualification.
National Senior Certificate (NSC) at NQF Level 4 or an equivalent qualification.

Qualification Structure.

Knowledge, Practical Skills, and Work Experience modules spread over 3 semesters. Topics include Effective Communication, Sociology of Developing Societies, Sustainable Development Practice, and Supervisory Techniques.

Learning Outcomes.

Graduates will:
- Plan and prepare broad-phase learning environments.
- Facilitate and mediate daily programmes in educational settings.
- Assess and report children's progress effectively.
- Maintain children's well-being, health, nutrition, safety, and protection.

International Comparability.

Comparable to Scotland’s Community Work qualification and Tanzania’s Advanced Diploma in Community Development.

Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.

Available through Contact, Blended, and Distance Learning. Includes access to Moodle LMS, academic advising, tutoring, and career guidance.

Career Opportunities.

Community Development Practitioner, Programme Coordinator, Social Development Officer, Community Researcher, Volunteer Coordinator.

Articulation Options.

Horizontal: National Certificate: Community Development: Integrated Development Planning (NQF Level 5).
Vertical: Diploma in Local Government (NQF Level 6).
Diagonal: Occupational Certificate: School Manager (NQF Level 6).

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