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SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF 7
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....
SVQ: Care Services, Leadership & Management at SCQF 10
This SVQ is suitable for those who have a leadership and management role in a care service.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....
SVQ Social Services & Healthcare at SCQF 7
This SVQ is deisgned fo those working in a supervisory or practitioner role with adults in a health or social care 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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Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care (TQUK)
Get ready to dive into an engaging and insightful journey as you explore the different types of Dementia and the profound impact it has on individuals. You’ll discover the power of focusing on each person’s unique needs, exploring activities that stimulate their minds, promote social participation, and enhance their well-being. Best o...
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (TQUK)
The Understanding Autism course is specially designed to provide a deeper understanding of common traits associated with autism and effective strategies for supporting individuals with autism. With tailored guidance and specialised support, people with autism can thrive and lead highly independent and fulfilling lives.Learners will have a...
Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions (TQUK)
This qualification is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge and understanding of: A range of common health conditions Monitoring the health of individuals affected by these conditionsThe goal of this qualification is to provide learners, either currently working in or intending to work in adult health and social care, with a solid...
First Aid For Mental Health
This course is suitable for everyone but has been designed to help employers to provide a positive mental health culture within the workplace and to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge on a range of the most common mental health conditions and the skills to be able to act should a condition be suspected.Learners undertaking this...
REHIS Elementary Cleaning and Disinfection @ SCQF Level 5
Aimed at those who have cleaning duties, or are responsible for the monitoring of cleaning practices within the workplace.Understanding the importance of good working practices is vital if you work in the cleaning industry....
Awareness of Mental Health First Aid
This awareness course is suitable for everyone as it provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a suspected mental health condition and the skills to start a conversation and be able to signpost a person towards professional help.Anybody can benefit from this course and it is a great stepping stone into First Aid for Mental Health....
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...