Social service involves using social work as an effective tool to aid society and better human conditions. It helps to understand the causes of social processes such as poverty, unemployment, poor health issues, disablement, poor education opportunities etc. It also helps in analyzing the correlation between these causes and the level of social work needed. It discusses the values and ethics of social work, the knowledge social workers have and how they have enhanced their knowledge. It also talks about the professional skills required to be able to perform social work.
This Program prepares individuals for the professional practice of social welfare administration and counseling . Its focus is on the study of organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. It includes instruction in social welfare policy; case work planning; social counseling and intervention strategies; administrative procedures and regulations; and specific applications in areas such as child welfare and family services, probation, employment services, and disability counseling.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be admitted to the Social Works Program, applicants must attain the following standard:
- 5 CXC or GCE ‘O’ Level subjects including English and Mathematics
OR
- Pre- University Course (PUC) of study at prescribed level.
OR
- Diploma from other recognized institutions
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- Mature candidate who have completed Secondary School Education with supporting certificates and at least 3 years work experience in the area of study.
Course Structure
This program is structured on a modular format allowing attendance on full-time or part-time on a fifteen (15) weeks semester modality. The program will be delivered mainly by a mix of lectures, laboratory, tutorials, field work, seminars and activities geared towards self-paced, project oriented, self-directed learning in both the crown campus and the related environment for learning.
The program offers a comprehensive one 18 months Diploma course and 24 months Associate of Science Degree in the Architectural Drafting and Design
Upon successful completion of the CAD Technician program, students have the option of upgrading their Diploma to an Associate Degree. The Associate of Science program provides stimulating academics and advanced CAD coursework designed to develop the student’s strength in areas that will assist in their personal and professional growth.
DURATION:
Diploma (Part-time/full time) 18months/24 months
Associate of Science Degree (Part time/full time) 24months/30 months |
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN SOCIAL WORK