Entry Requirements
- Five (5) CXC grades I and II up to 1997 and Grades I – III from 1998 onwards or GCE ‘O’ Level examination including English Language and Mathematics).
- Or as specified in general entry requirements.
- CPCE – Trained Teachers Certificate.
The Curriculum includes the following courses:
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Year 1
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Semester I
- DSW 112 - Introduction to Social Work I
Credits : 3
This course introduces students to the development of Social Work as a profession. It provides students with an understanding of Social Work concepts and principles essential for a knowledge base. The organization and structure of Social Service Agencies in Guyana and the Services which they offer, will be examined. Attempts will also be made to analyse the practice of Social Work and the delivery of Social Services especially in the context of the Guyanese Society.
- DSW 113 - Development Psychology I
Credits : 3
This course is designed to introduce students to the major influences on human development. In this regard it will entail an examination of theoretical and experiential perspectives.
It will span the prenatal and neonatal stages, childhood and adolescence. Here both individual and social features of development will be examined from the Universal, Caribbean and Guyana standpoints.
- SOC 110 - The Study of Society
Credits : 3
This is an introductory course in Sociology. It is designed to introduce students to some of the basic concepts used in sociological analysis. The student’s attention is directed towards understanding of the world as a single society, the nature of society, the organization of culture, interpersonal and inter groups relations, social institutions and the basic processes of change.
- MNG 210 – Computer Studies I
Credits : 4
To acquaint students with a general understanding of computers and their use in the processing of data; To acquaint students with the advantage of dealing with any electronic form of data manipulation.
- ENG 115 - Introduction to the Use of English
Credits : 4
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Semester II
- DSW 122 - Report Writing for Social Workers
Credits : 3
This course is the continuation of Introduction to Social Work. It is intended to promote deeper insights into basic concepts, intervention skills and techniques. This course will also equip students with foundation knowledge about working with individuals, families, groups and communities. In order to link classroom activities and the world of social work in Guyana students will pay one-day observation visits to local social work agencies.
- DSW 123 - Development Psychology II
Credits : 3
This course continues the study of human development throughout the life span as introduced in DSW 113: Developmental Psychology I. It continues the examination of theoretical and experiential perspectives of normal and abnormal behaviour. It is designed to look at human development during adulthood: the individual in society and the individual in groups. Some aspects of abnormal behaviour and social deviance will also be dealt with.
- SOC 120 - Introduction to Sociological Theory
Credits : 3
This course serves to introduce Sociology students to the fundamentals of Sociological theories. It examines the Historical, and philosophical foundations of existing sociological theories, from as far back as Ancient and Medieval times, up to the latter half of the twentieth century. The course examines models and paradigms of Sociology, the analyses of specific theories and focuses on major assumptions, concepts and propositions.
- MNG 220 – Computer Studies II
Credits : 4
To introduce students to the components of a computer system (hardware, software, data and storage devices.
The students should be able to make intelligent choices about aspects that affect his/her information technology needs – what type of computer, application and system software needed, participate intelligently and knowledgeably in systems development in the organization. To understand the capabilities of different types of information systems.
To understand the importance of telecommunications – be aware of the need for security and understand the problem of ethics and invasion of privacy in the computer environment.
- POL 120 - Introduction to Political System and Institutions
Credits : 3
In Semester 1 the focus was on providing you with basic information on what is politics and other issues related to the theory and practice of politics. This course focuses on the political system. It describes and analyses some of the most important political institutions and the strategies or methods of organizing political structures and government.
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Year 2
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Semester I
- DSW 211 - Theory & Practice of Social Work I
Credits : 4
Social Work addresses problems faced by individuals, families, groups and communities. A recognition of the diverse foci of the discipline under scores the importance of employing different theoretical bases for interventions. This course focuses on some theoretical orientations which are of grave importance to the case-work aspect of Social Work Practice. Basically, it provides students with knowledge of the development of Social Work theory and various theoretical perspectives for interventions with individuals.
- DSW 215 - Social Policy & Legislation
Credits : 4
The course attempts to explain the nature of Social Policy, to put it into a socio-economic and politico- cultural context, and to examine the options which are open to policy makers. It then focuses attention on the process by which welfare rights are organised and delivered within a legislative framework.
Social Policy is a wide ranging subject and specific facts are not always appropriate and applicable to different countries, but the course will attempt to address and examine the major concepts within the context of Guyanese reality and the impact of global trends.
- DSW 214 - Criminology and the Criminal Justice System
Credits : 4
Criminology includes the study of the characteristics of the criminal law, the extent of crime, the effect of crime on victims and on society as well as methods of crime prevention. The attributes of criminals and the characteristics and working of the criminal justice system is also examined. Such an approach provides society with a scientific approach to understanding crime. No longer do we rely heavily on the supernatural or traditional approaches. Instead criminal justice is based on “fact” and “proof” (capable of disproof).
Many Concepts are, however difficult to measure or define. Even the central ideas of who is a criminal and what is a crime and even the determination of the causes of crime, have no standard definition.
The course is intended to introduce students to the general study of criminology with a view to providing a basic understanding and some major theories of crime and deviance.
- ECN 110 - Introductory Microeconomics
Credits : 3
The principal aim of this course is to equip each student with a conceptual foundation in micro-economic theory and policy.
Developing basic tools; Market Allocation of Resources; Price System; Consumer Theory; Production Market Structures; Income Distribution; General Equilibrium and Welfare Economics.
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Semester II
- DSW 221 - Theory & Practice of Social Work II
Credits : 4
This course is the continuation of Social Work Practice I. It therefore, supports the basic belief that the use of a theoretical framework for intervention will produce positive outcomes. Thus the main focus will be to equip students with various knowledge and skills for the application of theory when intervening with groups and communities.
- DSW 225 - Social Administration
Credits : 4
This course focuses on human service organizations and their responsiveness to human needs within the context of social, cultural, economic and political realities of Guyana, and support linkages and systems existing within the nation-states of the Caribbean and internationally. Students are also guided towards an understanding of the administration or management of the services of their own agency.
- DSW 226 - Introduction to Social Work Research Methods
Credits : 4
This course is designed for final year Diploma in Social Work Students. The primary goal is to develop the student’s use and appreciation of scientific knowledge for practice. This includes study and integrating knowledge, skills and values in the areas of social work values and ethics, diversity, social and economic justice, populations-at-risk, human behaviour and the social environment, social welfare policy and services, and social work practice. The course is designed to strengthen the student’s understanding and appreciation of a scientific, analytic approach to building knowledge for the delivery and evaluation of practice. This course introduces students to the assumptions and methods of empirical inquiry for research in social work.
We will begin by discussing the nature of science and social science, move on to discuss such essential topics as research design, operationalization and sampling, an overview of a variety of data collection methods and conclude with the conduct of a research. A basic understanding of research methods is a necessity for an informed citizenry in the 21st century. Students will also be exposed to some aspect of descriptive statistics. On a more practical level, many other courses in social science require you to conduct your own research. The skills you learn in this course are also in high demand in the work world.
- ECN 120 - Introductory Macroeconomics
Credits : 3
The principal aim of this course is to equip students with a conceptual foundation in macro-economic theory and policy.
Institutional framework and relationships between and among various institutions; National Income; Income Determination; Money and Banking; Inflation; Fiscal and Monetary Policies; Unemployment; Stabilization Policy; Growth Theories; International Trade, Grants; Economic Underdevelopment.
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