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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Higher Certificate: Community Development

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
86486	Higher Certificate: Community Development
ORIGINATOR
Akademia NPC
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Higher Certificate	Field 07 - Human and Social Studies		People/Human-Centred Development
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Not Applicable	NQF Level 05	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 06120/20	2018-07-03	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2022-12-31

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose: The Higher Certificate in Community Development offers basic knowledge related to theories, principles, and the practice of organising communities and neighbourhoods for transformative community development. This qualification provides the skills necessary to facilitate the development of projects in partnership with stakeholders in the community to promote self-sufficient, empowered and sustainable livelihoods. The Higher Certificate in Community Development is designed for learners who are interested or involved in planning and implementing a range of community development initiatives and processes across a variety of social and economic contexts. Learners will be able to support a professional team in the capacity of Community Development Assistant and support the managing of appropriate community development processes in a particular context. Rationale: Community development is a broad term which applies to practices of civic leaders, involved citizens and professionals who are committed to improving various aspects of local communities. Community development initiatives empower individuals, and groups of people, by providing them with the skills needed to bring about effective change in communities. Community developers must know how to work with individuals and how to position communities effectively within the context of broader society. Within communities, there are many citizens who play a vital role in the development and transformation of local communities. These citizens may wish to pursue a professional qualification in community development but may not meet the minimum requirements for Diploma or Degree studies. There is thus a need for an entry-level qualification in community development. A Higher Certificate qualification addresses this need.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

It is assumed that learners who enrol for this qualification: Have the information-gathering, analysis and presentation skills required at NQF Level 4. Are able to comprehend and communicate what they have learned reliably, accurately, and comprehensively in the required medium of instruction. Are able to take responsibility for their own learning and progress within a well-structured and managed learning environment. Are able to evaluate their own performance. Recognition of Prior Learning: Learners can achieve this qualification in part or in whole through Recognition of Prior Learning. The Recognition of Prior Learning Policy details the processes: Learners may apply for recognition of prior learning for subjects already passed in-house or at other recognised institutions. Learners may also apply for Recognition of Prior Learning for experience acquired through informal and non-formal learning. The learner should demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this qualification. Recognition of Prior Learning is performed by means of an Integrated Assessment. Access to Qualification: Access is open to learners who have a: National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution. OR National Certificate Vocational (NCV) Level 4 with compliance in the language of learning and teaching in the higher education institution. OR Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) with subjects appropriate to the required programme. Learners who do not meet the minimum admission requirements can apply for admission through Recognition of Prior Learning.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

Y

QUALIFICATION RULES

All the modules (totalling 120 credits) are compulsory and worth 20 credits each: Theories and approaches in community development. Facilitating the community development process. Community development project coordination. Stakeholders and community partnerships. Community education. Community development policies and practices.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental knowledge of the main areas of community development and community development functions and practice. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of community participation in community development. 3. Solve problems, both routine and unfamiliar, within a community context. 4. Explain the relevant legal and regulatory framework with regard to integrated community development. 5. Plan and implement community development projects. All the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes are addressed in this qualification.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1: Contextualise community development within the global and South African contexts. Explain key theories, approaches, policies and principles of community development. Explain relationships between community development theories and practices. Explain the interrelatedness of the different areas of Community Development and how actions, ideas or developments in one system impact on another. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Contextualise and describe community development within the global and South African context. Select and apply relevant techniques for compiling a community profile. Explain core elements of development-centred education. Formulate and communicate community education strategies in a specific community context. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Gather and analyse data with regard to community issues within clearly defined problems. Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methodologies and techniques to solve problems in community development contexts. Identify appropriate stakeholders in a community development and education project. Build, maintain and keep records of relationships and networks in a specific community context. Communicate information clearly and reliably to stakeholders in the community. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Demonstrate professional standards and ethics in a community. Explain the impact of relevant legislation and policies on communities. Explain the ethical and social implications of developmental policies and practices on different communities. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: Outline the critical elements in project management. Identify roles and composition of a project management team. Apply planning and consulting in a team context. Develop a project plan to use in the development of a particular community with special needs. Work independently and as part of a team, taking responsibility for decisions made. Use professional and appropriate communication techniques to manage information within a team. Co-operate with team members and work effectively towards a common goal. Complete group tasks identified by team leaders or supervisors.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

Akademia Konkordia endeavours to ensure that all qualifications offered compare well with industry standards and requirements on a national and international level. For the sake of comparability, qualifications from the following countries were utilised namely Australia, Ireland and Kenya. The modules of the Higher Certificate in Community Development offered by Akademia Konkordia compare favourably with modules in qualifications at five institutions, namely: Graduate Certificate in Community Development offered by the University of Queensland, Australia. Similar modules: Community Development Method and Analysis Community Economic Development: Local and International Community Planning Engagement and Governance Training Frameworks for Community Development Practice Frameworking for Community Development Practice Community Development Practice in International Contexts. Diploma in Community Development offered by the Chisholm Institute, Melbourne, Australia. Similar modules: Sociological Theory Political Theory Economic Theory Organisational Theory Community Development Project Management Professional Communication Skills Casework Group Activities Human Rights Social Action. Certificate in Community Development offered by the Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT), Australia. Similar modules: Law and Social History Community Development Field Preparation and Group Work Casework Counselling Social Diversity Sociology and Ideologies Community Development Practice. Adult Education offered by National University of Ireland (NUI), Galway. Similar modules: Community Development Theory and Practice Leadership and Group Work Skills Social Analysis and Communication Community Development Public Policy. Certificate in Community Development offered by the Kenya Institute for Social Work and Community Development. Similar modules: Law in Community Development Social Work Theory and Practice Introduction to Community Development Communication Skills Information Communication Technology Project Development and Management Management and Administration Resource Mobilisation and Fundraising Management of Community Concerns Community Leadership Community Based Organisations Advocacy and Lobbying Community Capacity Building and Partnerships Management of Community Concerns Community Leadership Community Health Education Development Economics Entrepreneurship HIV/AIDS and other Pandemics Transformation and Social Marketing Gender and Development Community Development Methodologies.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Horizontal Articulation: This qualification articulates horizontally with any cognate Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5. Vertical Articulation: This qualification articulates with any cognate Advanced Certificate or Diploma at NQF Level 6.

MODERATION OPTIONS

Assessment: Learning, teaching and assessment are integrated. Assessors use formative and summative assessment methods and assess combinations of practical, applied, foundational and reflective competencies. A variety of methods is used. Tools and activities are appropriate to the context in which the learner is working. Where it is not possible to assess the learner in the workplace or on-the-job, simulations, case studies and other similar techniques are used to provide a context appropriate to the assessment. Assessment methods include self-assessment activities, knowledge tests, case studies, report writing, research and project based assignments, and written examinations. Moderation All modules are moderated externally and internally to ensure quality. Feedback from moderators is used to improve the quality of assessment and learning material and inform learner-support as well as ensuring fairness and validity in examination. To qualify as an assessor an individual must have a relevant qualification one level higher than this qualification; be experienced as an assessor and be the facilitator responsible for that particular module.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

N/A

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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