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International Development Training Course - QLS Endorsed
Thames College

Updated 2026 | Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course | Free PDF Certificate | Instant Access

Summary

Price
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£15 inc VAT (was £19)
Offer ends 31 July 2026
Study method
Online
Duration
384 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
150 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £15.99
  • QLS Certificate - £139
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

International development continues to shape how governments, NGOs, and global institutions respond to inequality, poverty, environmental threats, gender imbalance, and economic instability around the world. The International Development Training Course – QLS Endorsed offers a comprehensive look into the social, economic, political, and environmental factors that influence development across nations. From governance models to migration issues and global health strategies, this course gives learners the context and frameworks needed to examine development challenges from multiple perspectives.

This course is ideal for those who want to engage with international issues through informed approaches, policy knowledge, and awareness of global trends. Whether you're preparing for a role in a non-profit, a government department, or an international agency, this course helps you build a structured base for influencing or supporting development work. With topics ranging from innovation and gender to environmental and economic growth, it prepares learners to evaluate global systems and assess the role of institutions and actors within them. This is especially valuable for learners aiming to contribute to sustainable goals, support vulnerable populations, or enhance their career within global policy and strategy roles.

Achievement

Certificates

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

150 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

This course is structured into eleven modules that offer a wide-ranging look at the many sectors tied to international development. It begins by explaining how development is measured and why morality often becomes a point of debate. The second module presents the relationship between governance and development, covering the roles of institutions, law, and civic accountability.

Modules on global health, gender, and poverty show how health systems, gender equality policies, and poverty reduction strategies affect developmental outcomes. Economic development is addressed with emphasis on trade, markets, and regional policies, while the environmental module focuses on climate impact and ecological change.

Technology and innovation are covered with attention to their influence on education, communication, and infrastructure. Migration is examined as a driver and result of development shifts. Theories of globalisation offer context for modern practices and strategies, while the final module looks at the different roles organisations and individuals play as actors in international development.

This course prepares learners to analyse, support, or influence development work in both policy and operational roles, offering knowledge that's transferable to non-profits, governments, charities, and consultancy work.

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: Measurement and Morality in International Development
  • Module 02: Governance and Development
  • Module 03: Global Health and Development
  • Module 04: Gender and Development
  • Module 05: Global Poverty, Inequality and Development
  • Module 06: Economic Development
  • Module 07: Environment and Development
  • Module 08: Innovation and Technology
  • Module 09: International Migration and Development
  • Module 10: Theories of Development and Globalisation
  • Module 11: An International Development Actor

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Identify key methods used to measure development and apply ethical considerations in global contexts
  • Explain the relationship between governance systems and developmental outcomes
  • Evaluate the impact of health systems on international development progress
  • Assess how gender roles and policies affect development goals across regions
  • Analyse patterns of global poverty and inequality in relation to aid and policy frameworks
  • Understand how environmental issues and climate policies relate to long-term development
  • Recognise the role of innovation, technology, and migration in shaping modern development strategies

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals aiming to work with international NGOs, charities, or global agencies
  • Professionals seeking to move into development consulting or policy advisory roles
  • Students of political science, sociology, economics, or development studies
  • Volunteers or aid workers seeking formal training to support their work
  • Government or civil service staff involved in international relations or aid coordination

Requirements

No previous experience or qualifications are required to enrol in our course. This course is designed for anyone eager to learn, whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out. Join us and take the first step on this exciting path!

Career path

  • International Development Officer – Support aid projects and policy research (£27,000–£38,000)
  • NGO Project Coordinator – Manage community and overseas programmes (£26,000–£34,000)
  • Policy Analyst – Examine global development policies for governments or think tanks (£32,000–£45,000)
  • Sustainability Consultant – Advise on environment and development strategies (£35,000–£50,000)

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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