A Post Graduate Certificate and Post Graduate Diploma are also available.

Entry Requirements:
Three Highers but applicants welcomed from mature entrants via access routes and other non-traditional modes of study as well as those with appropriate experience but no formal qualifications.

Brief summary of main subject areas:
The value base is very similar to social work. Current modules include: engaging with the community; empowerment; developing relevant learning and educational opportunities; evaluation; equality strategies. There are "specialist" options in work with young people and community based adult education.

The course is competence based.

Mode of delivery and duration:
A three-year degree course with the possibility of acceptance on to the Honours (4th) year if performance criteria are met.

Placement requirements:
A placement in each of the three years.

Certification and recognition:
Validated by Community Education Validation and Endorsement (National Committee). Recognised as professional qualification in Community Education throughout Britain.

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