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Diploma of Foundation Studies

Diploma of Foundation Studies - Community Services

Programme code FS113002M

The following section presents the programme information offered in September 2024. Programme information for AY 2025/26 will be announced in early November 2024.
Duration of Study
1 Year
Mode of Study
Full-time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
IVE (Sha Tin)
Programme Aims
The programme aims to deliver a quality education, with vocational and generic elements, that will enable students to achieve both the basic skills required for developing a career in the industry, and a sound academic foundation for further studies. The programme focuses heavily on communication, in particular English, Chinese with Putonghua and Information Technology, as these areas are particularly important in the workplace. Emphasis is also placed on the development of interpersonal skills and teamwork, and a student-centred approach.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of Diploma of Foundation Studies - Community Services who attended the Mental Health First Aid Course and passed the required assessment could obtain “Mental Health First Aid Course Certificate” issued by The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong.
Notes
Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme title, content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.