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Diploma in Social Work & Community Development – Level 6

An advanced, nationally recognized qualification designed to prepare learners to become competent, ethical, and community-focused social work professionals.

Course Overview

The Diploma in Social Work – Level 6 is an advanced, nationally recognized qualification designed to prepare learners to become competent, ethical, and community-focused social work professionals.

This program equips trainees with the knowledge, skills, and practical competencies required to support individuals, families, and communities through social interventions, empowerment programs, advocacy, crisis response, rehabilitation, and community development initiatives.

Learners are trained to assess social issues, design and implement community programs, provide psychosocial support, manage community-based groups, coordinate social services, conduct social research, and participate in policy implementation. The curriculum blends theory, practical skills, and extensive field exposure to ensure graduates are job-ready and aligned with Kenya’s social development priorities.

This Level 6 qualification provides a strong foundation for careers in NGOs, government agencies, community organizations, and international development institutions, and serves as a pathway to higher-level social sciences and community development programs.

What You Will Learn (Units of Competency)

  • Digital Literacy
  • Communication Skills
  • Work Ethics & Professional Practice
  • Entrepreneurship for Social Work
  • Home-Based Care & Support
  • Child Welfare Programs
  • Community-Based Groups Management
  • Psychosocial Support Services
  • Community Empowerment Strategies
  • Social Work Case Management
  • Advocacy & Lobbying in Social Work
  • Disaster Preparedness & Response
  • Social Work Service Management
  • Resource Mobilization for Community Programs
  • Rehabilitation & Reintegration Programs
  • Community Project Management
  • Social Policy Administration
  • Social Work Research

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification

KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) or Level 5 Certificate in Social Work & Community Development.

Why Study This Course at GoCare?

  • Fully accredited and licensed training institution.
  • Competency-based TVET CDACC curriculum aligned with national and global social development standards.
  • Hands-on practical training, community fieldwork, and real-world case exposure.
  • Guaranteed industrial attachment placement.
  • Government and regulatory recognized qualifications and certification.
  • Strong employability in NGOs, government, community organizations, and international development agencies.
  • Flexible study modes.
  • Highly experienced faculty and industry-aligned training.
  • Clear progression pathway to higher diploma and degree programs.

Industrial Attachment

All learners undertake a Six (6) Month Industrial Field Attachment. GoCare provides full placement support to ensure every student gains real field experience.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can work as:

  • Social Worker
  • Community Development Officer
  • Child Welfare Officer
  • Community Mobilizer
  • Social Work Administrator
  • NGO Program Assistant / Officer
  • Community Health & Development Worker
  • Rehabilitation Support Worker
  • Youth and Women Empowerment Officer
  • Disaster Response & Humanitarian Worker
  • Project Assistant / Project Manager (entry-level)
  • Psychosocial Support Assistant
  • Community Outreach Coordinator

This qualification opens doors to diverse opportunities in the social development, humanitarian, and community empowerment sectors.