Introduction
This SVQ is designed for those in a practitioner role working with children and young people in a residential, day, home care or family support setting.
Upon successful completion, you will gain a recognised qualification which guarantees you have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out your role competently.
Course code
W3SY
Location
Varies
Duration
12 months
Price
£857.00
Entry Requirements
- Be employed in a suitable setting with children and young people
- Must be carrying out relvant tasks and activities which will allow you to naturally gather evidence for your SVQ portfolio
- Have completed your probationary period within your current work role
- Demonstrate an ability to write at SCQF level 6 or above
Course Content
To achieve this SVQ, you are required to complete eight units. Along with your four mandatory units you must complete four optional units. Your Assessor will support you in choosing the units that best match your work role.
For further information on units within this qualification:
SQA Unit Information Sheet
Additional funding information
Funding opportunities available:
Part-time Funding Guide – SAAS
Become an apprentice – Scotland
No One Left Behind Funding Grant Applications are Open | DGLEP
Course Contact Details
SVQ@dumgal.ac.uk
01387 734 163 or 01387 734 139
Testimonial
“I enjoyed being able to gain a qualification whilst working. Being able to complete a qualification with the flexibility to work around my life, family and work. I enjoyed learning new things and also building on knowledge I had gained in my post.”