Social Services - Children and Young People (SCQF Level 6) SVQ

Calendar iconStudy mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.

Mortar board iconCourse type: SVQ

Pen iconStart in: Variable

Computer and book iconLearning mode: You are learning and being assessed in your place of employment.

Clock iconDuration: 16 months

Book and tick iconHow: You are supported, monitored and assessed in a workplace.

What is special about this course?

Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) combine work with study, so you can gain a recognised qualification without having to study full time. 

This work-based qualification is designed for childcare practitioners who are looking to build confidence and develop their existing skills. With a mix of mandatory and optional units, you can tailor your learning to suit your role and support your career goals.

Focusing on developing the skills needed to deliver high-quality early years provision, you'll build an understanding of professional practice, communication, and safeguarding. Supporting children's wellbeing, safety, and development, you'll also explore how to create positive and supportive environments.

With the guidance of an assessor, you'll use you will use your day-to-day responsibilities as a demonstration of knowledge and competence, building a portfolio that reflects what you can do in practice.

Completion of this qualification also meets the requirements set by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for those working in early years settings, supporting your continued employment and future progression.

Special Features:

  • Learn in the workplace by building a portfolio based on your everyday tasks 
  • Tailored to suit different healthcare roles and responsibilities 
  • Support from a dedicated assessor 
  • Gain a recognised qualification that reflects your skills 
  • Develop confidence, knowledge, and opportunities for career progression

Employed in a role where you are carry out the relevant tasks and responsibilities required to achieve the qualification.

You should already have a valid PVG Scheme membership through your workplace before commencing this course.

You will cover key areas that support safe, effective practice, including the following Mandatory National Occupational Standards units:

  • Effective communication
  • Safeguarding of individuals and others
  • Care or support planning activities
  • Developing children and young people

You will also choose 2 optional units of your choice.

The key element of the SVQ is to build a portfolio of evidence using real life examples from your workplace.


 

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time
  • Work based

This course is work based where you will train towards a nationally recognised qualification while working as an employee, with support from UHI Moray.

How long will my course last?

16 Months

16 months maximum

    • UHI Moray

Start date

Start dates for this course vary by workplace

Fees

Funding options will be discussed on application. You can also refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.

Funding

Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances.

Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information. 

Additional costs

Funding options will be discussed on application. You can also refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.

Equipment

You will require a computer or similar device to access your e-portfolio.

What can I do on completion of my course?

On successful completion of this course you may be able to: 

  • apply for a job role at a higher grade
  • progress onto further study, dependant on job role within the industry such as the SCQF Level 7 qualification
  • satisfy your SSSC qualification requirement

Apply for Social Services - Children and Young People (SCQF Level 6) SVQ

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