Program Goal

This programme seeks to equip students with knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to actively participate in development activities. As a core aspect of socio-economic progress, the programme trains learners to be effective in community development.

Target Groups

• Students from any discipline who wish to start a career in community development and impact the world through social work.
• Managers in any functional areas of the organizations and who wish to acquire knowledge and skills in community development.
• Professionals currently working in relevant occupations and who wish to acquire knowledge and skills in community development.

Career Opportunities

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

Entry Requirements

Be a holder of K.C.S.E with a minimum aggregate of C-, with a D-in English or Kiswahili.

D- In Mathematics/Business Studies/Geography/History/CRE/Computer Studies/Agriculture.

Programme Duration and Structure

This diploma course shall be offered in six (6) terms.

Expected Learning Outcomes

• Develop conceptual skills in the analysis of concepts and practices in community development.
• Gain knowledge, skills and competence to make a professional contribution to the development of the communities, whether in the rural or urban areas.
• Students are required to have adapted skills and knowledge to the needs of their immediate communities.