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Pace – Self Development Pathway

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Each cohort will be made up of about 12-15 young people aged between 16-25 years for a period of 12 weeks. By participating in vocational units this programme aims to support young people to develop their confidence, resilience, and self-esteem. The programme provides a self-development pathway to help participants a develop a positive ap...
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SVQ Social Services Children & Young People (Childcare) at SCQF 9

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This SVQ is designed for those working in a senior, supervisory or management 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....
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SVQ in Social Services Children & Young People (Childcare) at SCQF 7

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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....
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Learning Assistant Accredited PDA @ SCQF Level 6

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The programme will be delivered on a part-time basis and will allow candidates to flexibly access learning materials through a Virtual Learning Environment. Online and in person mentoring will be available to support candidates on their professional learning journey. The PDA Education Support Assistance Level 6 is suitable for staff alrea...
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Childhood Practice PDA @ SCQF Level 8

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Dumfries and Galloway College in partnership with Dumfries and Galloway Council are offering the Childhood Practice Professional Development Award Level 8 & 9. PDA Level 9 is a recognised qualification that meets the SSSC (Scottish Social Service Council) to register as Lead Practitioner/Manager in Early Learning & Childcare....
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Awareness of Safeguarding

This qualification will provide an understanding of safeguarding, which can be used in a workplace, activity group, or any environment where a person has contact with children or adults at risk.The qualification provides learners with the knowledge to identify a safeguarding concern, listen and appropriately record a disclosure, and repor...
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Award in the Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults

Safeguarding is how we can protect children, young people and vulnerable adults from abuse or neglect by another person's actions, or lack of actions.This course is designed for anyone, no matter the field they are directly involved in, to give them the tools and knowledge to make a difference to a vulnerable person's life. It will also ...
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SQA Planning and Delivering Training Sessions to Groups @ SCQF 6

Training
This course is a great introduction to teaching. On successful completion, delegates will recieve an SQA certificate that allows them to deliver training to groups. Some examples include; In-house training to staff; Life Guard Trainers, First Aid Trainers.This course is suitable for those who aspire to a training role, or who expect to h...
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SQA Forest Kindergarten Training Course @ SCQF L7

Forest kindergarten training
This programme leads to a National Award and is suitable for qualified early learning practitioners, early years workers, managers, teachers, third sector workers, and others who wish to organise and supervise regular off-site visits to woodland and green spaces for children in their care.Accredited through the SQA, the award recognises t...
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Child Care SCQF Level 7 (Modern Apprenticeship)

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Modern Apprenticeships are a great way of gaining skills, qualifications and experience and starting a career without having to study full-time. You can be earning whilst you are learning! This is an opportunity to work towards an industry recognised qualification whilst you are learning ‘on the job’ and it’s a great way to kick-sta...
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Child Care SCQF Level 9 (Modern Apprenticeship)

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Modern Apprenticeships are a great way of gaining skills, qualifications and experience and starting a career without having to study full-time. You can be earning whilst you are learning!This is an opportunity to work towards an industry recognised qualification whilst you are learning ‘on the job’ and it’s a great way to kick-sta...
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Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Although individuals with learning disabilities and their families continue to face many challenges, most commentators would agree that we are living in more enlightened and optimistic times in terms of our approach to learning disability support. Individuals with learning disabilities are now being offered more personalised services with...