COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES & INTERNATIONAL STUDIES,COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & JUSTICE CENTRE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL (DEV/HMT 365)
Prerequisites: DSP 211 & 212 plus either one full school with field assignment in a community development related field of study or equivalent community development field experience of 2 years
Crédits: 11 - 12
The Community Development School provides training in a biblical approach to community transformation for all spheres of society. Beginning with the holistic development of the individual and his or her relationship with God, the principles and practices of this course are designed to enable change in varied settings, from rural to urban, with a mind towards the current possibilities of the globalized world. This course equips students with skills to help communities initiate and accomplish strategic activities that will bring life and growth towards God's purposes in His kingdom on earth. The curriculum helps the participant cultivate a solid working knowledge of transformation, development values, fundamental skills, godly character and good relationships.