The Competency Coach of Humanity-Community certificate program (CCHC) is a private qualification formally registered with the Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education and Training (KRIVET), a government-funded research institute in the Republic of Korea (Registration No. 2024-001635). CCHC offers two certification levels: Level 2 (Foundational) and Level 1 (Advanced). To earn certification, candidates complete the required coursework for their level and pass a final assessment.

A CCHC applies humanities knowledge and values in community and care settings. CCHC holders are prepared to:

• understand community issues critically and interpret them in the context of everyday life
• connect people, mediate conflict, and support cooperation and solidarity
• organize local resources, set shared agendas, and design participatory, democratic ways of working together
• support sustainable community practice by addressing burnout and strengthening resilience

Level 2 (Foundational: theory and reflection)

Level 2 focuses on core concepts and reflective practice. Participants build a shared understanding of the value of humanities-based community work and develop foundations for contributing to humanities-based community culture across settings such as families, schools, neighborhoods, and cities.

Level 1 (Advanced: field expertise and leadership)

Level 1 focuses on leadership and advanced practice. Participants learn to design and run humanities-based education and practice programs in community and care settings, and to lead initiatives that cultivate humanities-based community culture across families, schools, neighborhoods, and cities.

Level 2 Program Overview

Sessions

1. What Are Humanity-Community Competencies?
2. Resonance and Care of the Self
3. Communication and Safe Spaces
4. Solidarity and Urban Commons
5. Symbiosis and Radical Care
6. Memory and Writing One's Own History

• Writing assignments: Participants submit a short writing assignment after each session (six total). Feedback is provided.
• Final requirement: Self-reflection report
• Capstone: A program showcase with poster presentations

Who can apply?

Anyone interested in humanities-based community competencies and their practical use is welcome to apply, including community organizers and activists, social workers, teachers, counselors, and professionals working in local care services.

How does the assessment work?

After completing the program, candidates complete a qualification assessment (e.g., a report and practice-based components). Certification is granted upon successful completion.

Is this an official credential?

Yes. CCHC is a private qualification formally registered with KRIVET.

What can I do with the CCHC credential?

CCHC holders can:

• facilitate humanities-based community competencies in local communities, care settings, and educational institutions
• offer workshops or training programs related to these competencies
• integrate them into existing programs and develop tailored programs of their own