Diploma in Social Work
Introduction
The Diploma in Social Work programme provides theoretical and practical knowledge in which students can begin to develop an understanding of social welfare and support. It aims at equipping learners with social work practical skills, attitudes and acumen that can enable them serve humanity, especially in service provision to the needy in society. In addition to providing an analysis of social work practice in contemporary society, the programme develops a reputation for empowering graduates with confidence, flexibility, intellectual curiosity and resourcefulness in social work.
Objectives
a) To offer fundamentals of social work theory and practice
b) To develop practical social work research skills
c) To build upon practical experience of professionals in the field of Social Work and criminal justice and staff of other similar agencies.
d) To equip practising professionals in Social Work with technical skills, knowhow and values appropriate to humanitarian interventions.
Admission requirements
To qualify for admission into the Diploma in Social Work programme, applicants should be in possession of:
i) A mean grade of C- at KCSE or Division III at KCE OR
ii) A mean Grade of D+ at KCSE or its equivalent PLUS a Certificate in relevant discipline of Moi University or any other recognized institution
Programme Duration
The programme runs for four semesters of 16 weeks each and an additional 8 weeks devoted to field attachment/placement.
Course Structure
(i) All students shall take all core and required courses upon entry into the Diploma in Social Work programme. In the third and fourth semesters, they will concentrate on specialization courses which will form core and electives.
(ii) The student will be expected to take a minimum of 72 units or a maximum of 84 units for the duration of the programme.
Year 1
Semester I
Core/Required Courses
DSW 110 Introduction to Social Work 3
DSW 111 Introduction to Community Development 3
DAS 101 Communication Skills 3
DAS 102 Computer Applications 3
DSS 101 Introduction to Sociology 3
Electives (at least One)
DSW 115 Marriage and Family Relations 3
DSW 114 Social Work in Corrections 3
DSW 112 Methods of Social Work 3
DSW 113 Social Work in Family and Child Welfare 3
Semester II
Core/Required Courses
DSW 120 Research and Evaluation for Social Work Practice 3
DSW 121 Management and Organization Development for Community Services 3
DAS 103 Quantitative Skills 3
DSS 102 Introduction to Anthropology 3
DSS 103 Introduction to Public Administration 3
Electives (at least ONE)
DSW 122Social Work in Gerontology 3
DSW 123Social Work in Addictions 3
DSW 124Family Counselling and Therapy 3
DSW 125Community Health 3
DSW 126Principles of Social Work 3
Year 2
Semester I
Core/Required Courses
DSS 201 Introduction to Social Psychology 3
DSW 210 Project Design, Implementation and Management 3
DSW 211 Social Policy Formulation and Analysis 3
DSW 212 Social Work in Health Rehabilitation 3
DSW 213 Social Work Research Methods 3
Electives (at least One)
DSW 214 Social Work in Rural Community 3
DSW 215 Social Work with Groups 3
DSW 216 Environment and Disaster Awareness 3
DSW 217 Gender Issues 3
Semester II
Core/Required Courses
DSW 220 Social Work Practice in Child Abuse: From Protection to Prevention 3
DSW 221Social Policy and Administration 3
DSS 203 Field Attachment 3
DSS 202 Research Project 3
DSW 222 Law and Society 3
Electives (at least ONE)
DSW 223 Generalist Practice with Organizations and Communities 3
DSW 224 Disaster Management and Environment 3
DSW 225 Entrepreneurship 3
DSW 226 Society and International Humanitarian Law 3
DSW 227 Outside Visits and Seminars 3