SVQ in Social Services Children & Young People (Childcare) at SCQF 9

Introduction

This SVQ is designed for those in a supervisory or managerial 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

W4SY

Location

Varies

Duration

16 months

Price

£1060.00

Entry Requirements

  • Be employed in a supervisory or managerial role 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 7 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

Gaining my level 9 has equipped me to be a better practitioner in my field and proven to myself that even at 47 years of age I’m never too old to undertake new learning challenges. Huge thanks to my Assessor from Young People and Children for making my learning journey enjoyable.
Lyndsey T

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