Health Professions & Social Services
Working With Communities: An Introduction
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Part time
Duration 20 weeks
Start date
Aug 2024
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Course overview
Introduction to Working with Communities at SCQF Level 5 is a course that has been designed for those who would like to know more about providing support, advice and guidance for people in a Community Learning and Development (CLD) context, through this work, develop and gain knowledge and skills of working with people in a variety of community environments.
Also aimed at people currently volunteering within the charity and 3rd sector who have no formal qualifications, but are looking to improve on their professional practice, and develop best practices within their own working environment may also be interested.
What you will learn
The award is comprised of five SQA National Units:
- Equality & Diversity
- Personal Development: Self in Community
- Local Community Investigations
- Children Young People Rights and Protection
- Coping Strategies and Building Resilience
Introduction to Working with Communities offers a range of benefits:
- Skills, knowledge and capabilities needed for employment in community work-related areas
- Foundation in Community Learning and Development (CLD)
- Progression to further in particular our Level 6 Community course
- Articulation to higher education
- Enhanced career prospects
How the course is assessed
Methods of assessment may include:
- Assignments
- Case studies
- Structured questions
- Observation with appropriate checklists
- Witness statements
- Practical Activities
- Research projects
Number of days per week
- Full day Monday
- Half day Wednesday (mornings)
Entry requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Level 6 Working With Communities
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Part time | 26/08/24 | 20 Weeks |
