SVQ in Social Services Children & Young People (Childcare) at SCQF 7

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Introduction

This SVQ is designed for those working in a practitioner role with children in an early years or childcare 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

W3SC

Location

Varies

Duration

12 months

Price

£857.00

Entry Requirements

  • Must be working in a suitable early years or childcare setting
  • 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

“This SVQ qualification was accessible and flexible to fit around family, life and work. My tutor was extremely helpful and made meetings very relaxed and was always very friendly and approachable. Having been away from studying for many years she made me feel comfortable and able to take on this new challenge. Everything was provided to assist with the qualification and I found learning assisant very helpful to keep up to date with my progress and next steps.”
Tracy M

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