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Community Organization For Health Programme

This course introduces students to Community Organisation for Health Programme. It covers the meaning and definition of community, types of communities, and community development. The course explores community work, the role of community organizers, and problem-solving strategies. Students will gain an understanding of community organization principles and models, and current issues in the field.

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39h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Community OrganizationHealth ProgrammeCommunity DevelopmentSocial WorkCommunity Organizer

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Community Concepts

2

Community Development

3

Community Organization

4

Social Work Methods

5

Community Power Structures

6

Empowerment Strategies

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Community Health Worker

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Social Worker

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Community Development Officer

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Public Health Educator

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Non-profit Program Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

HealthcareSocial ServicesGovernmentNon-profit OrganizationsInternational Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: COMMUNITY

2h

Unit 1: The Concept of community

2 study hours

•Read the definition of community and identify its key components.
•Distinguish between different types of communities based on location, organization, and ideology.
•Reflect on the characteristics of your own community.

Week

2

Module 1: COMMUNITY

2h

Unit 2: Community Development

2 study hours

•Define community development and its relationship to community.
•Examine the aims and values of community development.
•Differentiate between community development and community work.

Week

3

Module 1: COMMUNITY

2h

Unit 3: Community Development Programmes

2 study hours

•Explore the history of community development programs.
•Identify the key elements of successful community development programs.
•Analyze the objectives and philosophy of community development programs.

Week

4

Module 2: Community Organization

2h

Unit 4: Concept of community organization

2 study hours

•Define community organization and its purpose.
•Identify the key elements of community organization.
•Discuss the values that underpin community organization.

Week

5

Module 2: Community Organization

2h

Unit 5: Community Organization in Social Work

2 study hours

•Trace the history of community organization as a method of social work.
•Compare community organization in the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
•Discuss the relationship between community organization and community development.

Week

6

Module 2: Community Organization

2h

Unit 7: Principles of Community Organization

2 study hours

•Understand the principles that guide community organization practice.
•Apply these principles to solve community problems.
•Analyze the importance of cultural orientation in community organization.

Week

7

Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation

2h

Unit 8: Models of community Organization

2 study hours

•Identify the steps involved in community organization.
•Compare and contrast different models of community organization.
•Apply these models to real-world scenarios.

Week

8

Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation

2h

Unit 9: Current Issues in Community Organization

2 study hours

•Examine the community power structure and its impact on community organization.
•Discuss the relevance of power and leadership in community organization.
•Analyze the concept of empowerment in community organization.

Week

9

Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation

2h

Unit 10: Roles of Community Organizer

2 study hours

•Identify the diverse roles of a community organizer.
•Develop the skills necessary for effective community work.
•Reflect on the ethical considerations in community organization.

Week

10

Module 1: COMMUNITY

6h

Unit 1: Concept of community

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 1.
•Complete assignments related to community concepts and development.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions.

Unit 2: Community Development

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 1.
•Complete assignments related to community concepts and development.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions.

Week

11

Module 2: Community Organization

6h

Unit 4: Concept of community organization

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 2.
•Complete assignments related to community organization principles.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions.

Unit 5: Community Organization in Social Work

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 2.
•Complete assignments related to community organization principles.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions.

Week

12

Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation

6h

Unit 8: Models of community Organization

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 3.
•Complete assignments related to community organization models and roles.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions.

Unit 9: Current Issues in Community Organization

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 3.
•Complete assignments related to community organization models and roles.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions.

Week

13

Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation

6h

Unit 10: Roles of Community Organizer

6 study hours

•Comprehensive review of all course materials.
•Focus on key concepts and theories.
•Prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review definitions of key terms like community, development, and organization.

2

Create diagrams comparing different community organization models (locality development, social planning, social action).

3

Study the roles of a community organizer and examples of each role in practice.

4

Analyze case studies of community development programs, identifying successes and failures.

5

Practice applying community organization principles to hypothetical scenarios.

6

Focus on understanding the dynamics of power, leadership, and gender in community settings.

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