Announcements and Reminders:

All Grades in Progress (GIP) in CWTS 1 must be complied before the end of April 2021.
Grades in CWTS 1 not complied within the period shall be considered as failing grade. Failing grade
in CWTS 1 will result to not giving credits to CWTS 2, in as much as CWTS 1 is a prerequisite to
CWTS 2. Enrolment in CWTS 2 was allowed through a mere presumption that GIP is passing until
you have proven that you have complied all the requirements.

MODULE IN NSTP 2 – CIVIC WELFARE TRAINING SERVICE 2

Introduction:
The National Service Training Program was established for tertiary level students, male and
female alike, in private and public higher education institutions and technical –vocational schools,
under Republic Act No. 9163, otherwise known as National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of
2001. It aims to enhance civic consciousness and defense preparedness in the youth by developing the
ethics of service and patriotism.
The purpose of this program is to recognize the Youth's vital role in nation-building, promote
consciousness among the youth and develop their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well-
being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism, nationalism, and advance their involvement in public
and civic affairs.
NSTP-CWTS 2 is a sequel to NSTP-CWTS 1, where students enrolled are mandated to
undergo community immersion as per Program of Instruction (POI), 2007 edition prescribed by the
Commission on Higher Education (CHED) which says “Community immersion is vital to the
development of the trainees’ knowledge, skills, values and attitudes in realizing the ultimate ends of
NSTP...”
Community Immersion is in essence the practicum-based element of NSTP where lessons
learned and acquired in NSTP 1 are applied in the enhancement of the trainees’ capabilities, civic
consciousness and defense preparedness in the service of the nation.

As a concept, community immersion is a strategy in community organizing that seeks to

imbibe among the NSTP trainees a better understanding and realization of the different community
concerns through exposure on actual life situations specifically in the deprived, depressed, and the
underprivileged (DDU) communities. These experiences will allow them to integrate with other
people who may assist or facilitate for them the implementation of programs and activities in the
community that may affect changes in the community and for its members to become civic conscious
and socially responsible citizens.

In more specific terms, the NSTP trainees are expected to initiate community-based
interventions in the form of projects and activities meant to address the multi-faceted issues and
concerns. The trainees in their own little way may contribute in uplifting the quality of life of the
people in the service areas and, at the same time, develop their ethics for service, imbued with the
good citizenship values of Maka-Diyos, Maka-Bayan, Maka-Tao, and Maka-Kalikasan thereby better
preparing them as reservists in responding to the call of times or emergencies.
Value/Thrusts Integration
Valuing the importance and relevance of civic consciousness, good citizenship and the values
of Maka-Diyos, Maka-Bayan, Maka-Tao, Maka-Kalikasan as well as patriotism and nationalism in the
youth as true marks of Filipino identity.

LESSON 1: UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES OF

COMMUNITY IMMERSION

Introduction:
The youth is a potent force that could greatly contribute to National development. The Civic
Welfare Training Service (CWTS) component of National Service Training Program (NSTP) is geared
towards encouraging the youth in improving their skills, knowledge and attitudes on various
endeavors; develop their interest in community service and be more responsive in attaining peace and
development.

Intended Outcome/Learning Objectives:

The following are the learning outcomes students are expected to achieve at the end of the lesson:
1. Explain the concepts and principles underpinning community and community immersions;

2. Realize the importance of understanding the dynamics at ws of NSTP-CWTS; and

3. Practice the standard operating procedures and established protocols governing community
immersion.

Stimulating Learning (Motivation)

Community immersion is a learning approach of bringing NSTP-CWTS students to the
deprived, depressed, and underprivileged (DDU) communities and the underserved and marginalized
sectors, providing them the venue and opportunity for exposure where they may hopefully encounter
paradigm shifts from being mere spectators of community action or nonchalant and passive citizens
to responsible and effective change agents and catalysts who are empowered to touch the lives of
other people.
Inculcating Concepts (Input/Lesson Proper)

1. KNOWING THE COMMUNITY

A. What is a Community?

Let’s take a look at some pictures of the community!

Urban Community

Suburban Community
 Rural Community

B. What are the Elements of a Community?

The Elements of Community:
 Demographics – (include population distribution and density)
 History – (events of the past that contributed to the development of the community)
 Culture – (ways of living of the people)
 Economy – (income level, occupation of the people
 Structures – (physical, political and social structures)

People in the Community . . .

. . . are social beings

they share . . .
 C. Let’s have a common definition of a community now!

* An area where a group of people live a common life linked together by factors such
as: beliefs, sexual orientation, occupation, or ethnic origin and a shared sense of
identity and belongingness.

2. COMMUNITY IMMERSION

A. What is Community immersion?

Community immersion is a
program designed to get prospective
or existing college or university
students acquainted with issuesin
their local communities or abroad.
Students usually do some volunteer
work on service projects that deal
with environmental, social or
economic issues the community
faces.

Students enrolled in NSTP-CWTS 2 are mandated to undergo community immersion as cited from
CHED- prescribed Program of Instruction (POI), 2007 edition. “Community immersion is vital to
the development of the trainees’ knowledge, skills, values and attitudes in realizing the penultimate
ends of NSTP...”

“Community Immersion is a strategy that goes beyond

acquainting us with community concerns but make possible
our participation in their (re)solution.”

B. OBJECTIVES OF NSTP-CWTS COMMUNITY IMMERSION

The community immersion requirements of NSTP-CWTS is a mechanism specifically designed to
allow the students to:

a. Define community immersion as an approach and strategy of developing projects that will
serve people and communities;
b. Enrich knowledge and competencies on community immersion processes for development;
c. Apply the principles and concepts of working in the community through immersion projects
and activities;
 d. Expose NSTP-CWTS students to deprived, depressed, and underprivileged (DDU)
communities and to underserved and marginalized sectors of our society;
e. Appreciate the values of community immersion as a means of developing themselves as
responsible citizens in helping people improve their way of life and in alleviating their living
conditions;
f. Enhance civic consciousness and develop the ethic for service imbued with good citizenship
values.

C. WHAT PERSONAL GAINS MAY A STUDENT GET FROM COMMUNITY

IMMERSION?

1. Opportunity for the students to comprehend other people’s lives because of the chance given to
them to see real life situations, live, identify and associate with the people therein;

2. Gain social acceptance derived from community relations coupled with the right to offer services;

3. Enhance experiences in conducting asset mapping such as identifying geographic coverage, point
out resources and the use, and the relationships of people with the existing resources;

4. Establish rapport and relationship with different people who may be of help to them at some
future time;

5. Provide them opportunities to realize issues that will help solve problems in the community. It is
important for them to realize that they have the power to do something that can change their
situation.

6. Acquire first-hand experiences in dealing with community work; and the

7. Chance to learn life skills that will enrich and better themselves as persons.

D. WHAT YOU SHOULD AND SHOULD NOT DO IN COMMUNITY

IMMERSION

THINGS TO REMEMBER THINGS TO

Remember

Never forget to inform

Before the conduct of community immersion:
and get the consent of
1. Familiarize yourself with the basic information and theories your parents/guardians
regarding community life. about the activities lined
2. Secure a waiver from the NSTP Office prior to the visit and have up
it signed by your parents or authorized guardians prior to field visits
or the community engagement phase.
3. Always inform your faculty in-charge of your destination, time-
table and plan of action. Always abide by the prescribed protocols.
4. Be armed with background information about the area for Do not go directly to the
immersion. This will be helpful in locating resources, and site entry community without
and exit points which will make your travel more convenient. determining the
Background information will enable you to anticipate the general background information
characteristics of the people in that area. about it
5. Pay courtesy call to community leaders whether formal or Be courteous.
informal.
6. Secure documents like a letter of acceptance from the community. Avoid bringing original
copies of signed
documents in the
community.
7. Bring your own personal provisions like water, snacks and extra Be self- sufficient. Don’t
shirt. be a burden to the
community.
During the Actual Community immersion period
8. Students are expected to listen and follow instructions carefully, Follow instructions.
especially at the site.
Missing the departure time from the school campus prohibits
students from going to the service site on their own except when the
student is residing within or around the immersion area itself.

9. Courtesy and politeness must be practiced in relating with faculty, Avoid labeling and
classmates and people in the community. Be courteous to everyone naming people with
whether to a vendor or a community official. politically incorrect terms

10. Professionalism and maturity are expected from all UA students Remember to be socially
at all times. Students must constantly bear in mind that whatever responsible and
they will encounter, they are expected to uphold the UA core values. professional
Act properly and discreetly. YOU ARE REPRESENTING YOUR
SCHOOL AND YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS. Be
RESPONSIBLE WITH THE WORDS YOU SAY.
11. Wear proper uniforms and identification card. Do not show off in terms
of dressing up
12. Learn to think “safety” and be prepared at all times. Know how,
when and where to get help, when needed.

13. It is highly advised to keep your valuables secured. Students are Never bring out your
prohibited from wearing accessories, except for a regular wristwatch. valuable things like
Using cellular phones is strictly prohibited except during emergency jewelry, money, cellphone
cases, in which instances the faculty-in-charge has to be notified of in public places
the urgency of the situation. This is for safety and personal
protection purposes.

14. Bringing of any deadly weapon or its equivalent is strictly It is important to always
prohibited at all times. of obey the laws
 15. Always document your visit. Document everything
16. Using of camera is allowed for documentation purposes only. Never promise and
Nevertheless, consent must first be sought from people who will be commit to a task that is
part of the video taking or photo shoots. Always ask for permission beyond your capability
from concerned people when you have to take pictures.
17. All community-related or activity-related concerns, such as, Always make sure to
untoward situations encountered must be consulted to the faculty-in- consult with School
charge or any UA-CWTS authorized personnel before making authorities
decisions. Do not make any decision without affirmation from the
authorized personnel.

After Community Immersion

18. Validate and evaluate if the programs and activities were
conducted appropriately and as planned.
19. Provide copies of your final documentation output to the NSTP
Office and to the community where you conducted your immersion
for records purposes.

Most importantly, enjoy your time with the community people. Mother Teresa puts it this
way:

“Love cannot remain

by itself- it has no
meaning. Love has to
be put into action;
and that action is
service. ”
E. Suggested Activities for Community Service and Development.

1. Information Dissemination

2. Lectures on Health

3. Environmental Sanitation
4. Clean and Green Projects

5. Feeding Program for Preschoolers

6. Drug Abuse Prevention Education

7. Lay-out of Sports Facilities

8. Beautification Projects

9. Assist Day Care Learning Center

10. Anti - Rabies Information Dissemination

11. Solicitation and Donation of Relief Goods to Unfortunates of the Community

12. Home Safety and First Aid Training Program

 “Through community immersion, students will be
exposed further to other realities of life which they may
or may not belong to.”
Using/Applying Knowledge (application/integration)

Activity: Essay
1. Write down your reaction in not less than two (2) paragraphs what Sister Theresa
meant when she said, “Love cannot remain by itself- it has no meaning. Love has to be put
into action; and that action is service. ”
2. Explain in your own words the in-boxed quotation above in not less than two
paragraphs.

Evaluating Understanding (Assessment)

Activity 1: Identification Test
Direction: Using the checklist below, put a star ( ) to indicate that the item is a prescriptive
norm (DO’s ) and cross mark ( ) for proscriptive norms (DON’T’s) appropriately on which column
it falls under in view of the period where each is likely is likely to happen during the community
immersion.
DO’s and DON’T”s Before During After
1. Act properly and discreetly. YOU ARE REPRESENTING
YOUR SCHOOL AND YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS. Be
RESPONSIBLE WITH THE WORDS YOU SAY.
2. Avoid bringing of original copies of signed documents in the
community.
3. Familiarize yourself with the basic information and theories
regarding community life.
4. Never forget to inform and get the consent of your
parents/guardians about the activities lined up
5. Be courteous to everyone whether to a vendor or a community
official.
6. Always ask for permission from concerned people when you
have to take pictures
7. Bring your own personal provisions like water, snacks and extra
shirt.
8. Do not show off in terms of dressing up
9. Avoid labeling and naming people with politically incorrect
terms
10. Validate and evaluate if the programs and activities were
conducted appropriately and as planned.
Upgrading Competence and Expanding Insights (enrichment phase)

Instruction:
Answer the following questions as best as you
can.

Questions:
1. What is the relevance of community immersion to the aims of the National Service
Training Program (NSTP)?
2. What is the significance of the NSTP community immersion to the attainment of
national development?

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Publishing.
Neuber, K., et al. (1980). Needs assessment: A model for community planning. Beverly Hills. CA:
Sage Publications
Marasigan, Rosario et al. (1992) Working with Communities: The Community Organization Method.
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