Program overview
- Type of courseUniversities, Berufsorientierte Weiterbildung
- DegreeCertificate of Advanced Studies CAS Certificate of Advanced Studies CAS in Children’s Rights / Certificat de formation continue CAS en droits de l’enfant
- Course languageEnglisch
- Course formatBlended learning (combination of in-person and online)
- Time commitmentPart-time
- Duration
2 semesters
What the program looks like
The CAS in Children’s Rights targets professionals working with children’s rights, including lawyers, psychologists, social workers, teachers, and staff from governmental and non-governmental organisations. It develops competencies in analysing and applying international children's rights standards, with a focus on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Participants choose two modules covering childhood studies, international law, child protection, migration, child labour and education, criminal justice, and the implementation and monitoring of children's rights policies.
Admission
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in the field of social and human sciences conferred by the University of Geneva, a Swiss University of Applied Sciences, a University recognised by the University of Geneva, or a qualification deemed to be equivalent by the Steering committee
- Provide evidence of at least one year's professional experience in a field linked to the course
- Have a level of proficiency in English deemed sufficient to follow the teaching and participate in the programme and discussions
For more information on admission requirements, consult the institution's website.
Costs
CHF 5'000.- For more information on costs, consult the institution's website.
Remarks
Classes take place in Geneva and Sion.