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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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Highfield Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection for the Workplace (RQF)

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The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace and is aimed at anyone working in any industry needing to develop their understanding and knowledge of how to prevent and control the spread of infection in their workplace....
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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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SQA Forest Kindergarten Training Course @ SCQF L7

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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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Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Child Care SCQF Level 9 (Modern Apprenticeship)
Statistics show that the prevalence of mental ill health among children and young people is increasing. One in eight people aged 5 to 19 now have a diagnosable mental health condition, such as an anxiety disorder, depression or a conduct disorder. This equates to three in every classroom! Appropriate support and understanding are vital. W...
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Understanding Equality and Diversity

Understanding Equality and Diversity
The changing and diverse nature of our communities poses many challenges for individuals, groups and employers throughout the UK. In order to allow the social inclusion of all people in society, there is a need to bring equality, diversity and rights issues into the mainstream so that they are no longer viewed as something only affecting ...
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Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
Safeguarding is not a static subject. New threats emerge and better ways of working are developed that help to reduce the likelihood of harm and abuse happening to children and young people. The ‘new threats’ of our time include cyber-bullying and cyberstalking, as well as online grooming for sexual exploitation. They also include the...
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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...