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Postgraduate Certificate in Community Development

Course Code: C1056

The Postgraduate Certificate in Community Development builds upon student's knowledge of community development theory and practice. In addition, the course provides students with an understanding of the broad range of settings where community development is carried out and the social and policy forces that impact on its application. It is designed for community work practitioners as well as graduates with an interest in moving into emerging fields that embrace community development.

Level:Certificate
Qualification:Postgraduate Certificate in Community Development (PgCertCommDev)
Duration:2 to 3 semesters part-time (due to unit availability)
Availability: Murdoch campus (internal)
Murdoch campus (external)
This course is not available to international students studying in Australia on a student visa; it is available to international students on other visas if visa conditions allow.
Restriction:All postgraduate courses are subject to restriction.
Employment Prospects:This course will enhance practitioners qualifications and open opportunities for those interested in working in industry areas such as community and social services, local government, overseas aid work, economic and social planning, sustainable development and Indigenous governance.
Special Requirements:There may be a reduction in choice of units if completing this course in the external mode.

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