Flagship certificate
Humanitarian & Development Practice
Core practice foundations for people working in relief, recovery and community development settings.
Full module outline
- 1
Humanitarian principles, standards and accountability
Taught through guided sessions, practical exercises and applied assignments drawn from real programme work.
- 2
Needs assessment and response planning
Taught through guided sessions, practical exercises and applied assignments drawn from real programme work.
- 3
Project cycle management for development work
Taught through guided sessions, practical exercises and applied assignments drawn from real programme work.
- 4
Community engagement and do-no-harm practice
Taught through guided sessions, practical exercises and applied assignments drawn from real programme work.
- 5
Coordination, reporting and field documentation
Taught through guided sessions, practical exercises and applied assignments drawn from real programme work.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the certificate you should be able to:
- Apply humanitarian principles and standards in field decisions
- Design a basic needs assessment and response plan
- Coordinate with clusters, local authorities and community structures
How this programme is delivered
Online
Guided sessions and assignments you can follow from anywhere with a connection.
Face-to-face
Classroom sessions at our Mile 91 learning centre, including weekend and evening options.
Blended
A mix of online study with periodic in-person workshops, field exercises and simulations.
Ready to start Humanitarian & Development Practice?
Applications for the Founding Student Intake 2026 are open. Register your interest and we will guide you to the right programme.