Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work among Tribals (PGDSWT)

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work among Tribals is a postgraduate social work course. Social work refers to various services designed to aid and increase the welfare of the poor, aged and needy. The course is the first of its kind in Indian higher education system. IGNOU is the only provider of this course. It has been designed to provide basic knowledge and information regarding the Tribes/Tribals in India. The duration of the course is one year and the maximum one to complete the course is four years. It comprises of six compulsory courses including practicum. This programme is offered only in English. However, a student can appear for examination in Hindi as well. This Course enables one to become a Social worker who can help people belonging to various tribes and resolve the issues that affect them.

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals Eligibility

• Graduation in any discipline from recognised university.
• There is no Minimum or Maximum Age limit for the candidates wishing to pursue this course.

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals Syllabus

Syllabus of Social Work among Tribals as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

• Candidates need to submit one assignment per course within the stipulated time for being eligible to appear in the term-end examination. For PGDSWT you should do one each Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs). The TMAs must be submitted to the Coordinator of the Study Centre allotted to you.
• Since social work is a professional programme of study, social work students are encouraged to take student membership in the National Association of Professional Social Workers in India NAPSWI).
• To provide individualised support to its learners, the University has many Study Centres, spread throughout the country. These Study Centres are coordinated by 60 Regional Centres and Recognised Regional Centres.
• At the Study Centres, the learners interact with the Academic Counsellors and other learners, refer to books in the Library, watch/listen to video/audio programmes and interact with the Coordinator on administrative and academic matters.
• Support services are also provided through Work Centres, Programme Study Centres, Skill Development Centres and Special Study Centres.

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals College

• Indira Gandhi National Open University - IGNOU, Delhi

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals Course Suitability

This course is especially meant for those who want to contribute in improving the social conditions of our Tribals. There are many of us who want to do social work but are not willing enough to attend a full-time course. This course is like a short cut for such students, whether their objective is professional or amateur. This course is mostly suited to people who want to bring a change in the society through Social Work without going through a 3 years regular course and that also sitting at home. The Course is highly suitable for professionals working with NGOs and donor agencies.

How is P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals Course Beneficial?

The programme aims to provide trained professionals for tribal development in all respects who would be able to address the issues and problems confronted by the tribals in India. It provides a deeper insight into the culture and traditions practised in the tribal regions and develop a mutually beneficial relationship with their exclusive knowledge. One can pursue postgraduate degree in the subject with various specializations.

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals Employment Areas

• Health Industry
• Correction Cells
• Disaster Management Departments
• Counselling Centres
• HR Department of Industries
• Education Sectors
• Gender Issues Associations or Groups
• NGOs
• Hospitals
• Human Rights Agencies
• MNCs
• Natural Resources Management Companies
• Old Age Homes
• Prisons

P.G.D. Social Work among Tribals Jobs Types

• Tribal Area Development Manager
• Social Media Copywriter
• Research Officer
• Welfare Officer
• Social Work Expert
• Teacher/Professor

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