Community Organization For Health Programme
- Education
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 110 pages
- 6 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 39 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of HED125, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
HED125 · Unit 1: The Concept of community
There are two aspects of the assessment of the course. Firstly, the tutor marked assessment and secondly, there will be a written examination (final). In dealing with the assignments, you are expected to apply information, knowledge and strategies gathered during the course. The tutor marked assignments are expected to be submitted online in accordance with the directives of the university.
What you should be able to do
- Define and differentiate between community, community development, and community organization.
- Explain the history and principles of community organization as a social work method.
- Identify and analyze community needs, problems, and resources.
- Apply different models and approaches to community organization in various contexts.
- Assess the role of power, leadership, and gender in community organization.
- Develop skills in communication, facilitation, advocacy, and mediation for community work.
What it prepares you for
- Community Health Worker
- Social Worker
- Community Development Officer
- Public Health Educator
- Non-profit Program Manager
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Government
- Non-profit Organizations
- International Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Community Organization
Unit 5: Community Organization in Social Work
Understanding the historical context and evolution of community organization as a social work method requires critical analysis of different approaches and their impact on community development.
- Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation
Unit 9: Current Issues in Community Organization
Analyzing the community power structure and its influence on decision-making processes requires understanding of social dynamics and political strategies.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: COMMUNITY
Unit 1: The Concept of community · 2 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 2Module 1: COMMUNITY
Unit 2: Community Development · 2 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 3Module 1: COMMUNITY
Unit 3: Community Development Programmes · 2 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 4Module 2: Community Organization
Unit 4: Concept of community organization · 2 hours
Define community organization and its purpose.. Identify the key elements of community organization.. Discuss the values that underpin community organization..
- Week 5Module 2: Community Organization
Unit 5: Community Organization in Social Work · 2 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 6Module 2: Community Organization
Unit 7: Principles of Community Organization · 2 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 7Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation
Unit 8: Models of community Organization · 2 hours
Identify the steps involved in community organization.. Compare and contrast different models of community organization.. Apply these models to real-world scenarios..
- Week 8Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation
Unit 9: Current Issues in Community Organization · 2 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 9Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation
Unit 10: Roles of Community Organizer · 2 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 10Module 1: COMMUNITY
Unit 1: Concept of community · 3 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 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 11Module 2: Community Organization
Unit 4: Concept of community organization · 3 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 hours
Review all units from Module 2.. Complete assignments related to community organization principles.. Participate in online discussions to clarify any remaining questions..
- Week 12Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation
Unit 8: Models of community Organization · 3 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 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 13Module 3: Models and Approaches of Community Organisation
Unit 10: Roles of Community Organizer · 6 hours
Comprehensive review of all course materials.. Focus on key concepts and theories.. Prepare for final examinations..
Preparing for the exam
- Review definitions of key terms like community, development, and organization.
- Create diagrams comparing different community organization models (locality development, social planning, social action).
- Study the roles of a community organizer and examples of each role in practice.
- Analyze case studies of community development programs, identifying successes and failures.
- Practice applying community organization principles to hypothetical scenarios.
- Focus on understanding the dynamics of power, leadership, and gender in community settings.
Questions students ask about this course
What is HED125 about?
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.
How many units does HED125 have?
HED125, Community Organization For Health Programme, has 6 units across 3 modules, over 110 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is HED125?
HED125 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Education.
Is HED125 hard?
HED125 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does HED125 take to study?
About 39 hours of study, spread across its 6 units.
How is HED125 assessed?
HED125 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with HED125?
Community Health Worker, Social Worker, Community Development Officer, Public Health Educator and Non profit Program Manager.