Course Details
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SVQ Level 3 Children's Care Learning and Development

SCQF Level 6 - 7

This Level 3 SVQ is accepted for registration with the SSSC at practitioner level. 

If undertaking this course full-time, you will spend approximately two days a week in College and three days in relevant workplace settings. This course can also be completed as a part-time course with College classes once a week in the evening. In the case of part-time completion, you must be working in a relevant setting and the approval of your employer will be a pre-requisite.

What You Study

Topics required in working at a practitioner level in Childcare and Early Years settings.

Duration and Attendance

12–18 Months Full-time, Part-time or Flexible Learning

Entry Requirements

All applicants will be interviewed for this course. A written exercise will form part of this interview. All candidates will be required to demonstrate oral and written communication skills at SCQF Level 5. An acceptable Disclosure Scotland check is also mandatory.

One of following is required:

  • 5 Standard Grades including English at Grade 3 or above
  • NC Early Education and Childcare
  • Relevant work experience within the Care sector or alternative qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. Evidence will be required in the form of a reference and/or certificates

Further Study

  • SVQ Level 4 Children's Care, Learning and Development
  • HNC Additional Support Needs: Supporting the Individual

Career Opportunities

Career enhancement and progression

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Year of course Starts Ends Based at Apply
Evening 1st Year 14 Sep 2011 13 Jun 2012 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) course closed
Evening 2nd Year 14 Sep 2011 28 Mar 2012 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) course closed
Full Time 1st Year 03 Sep 2012 26 Jul 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online
Evening 1st Year 12 Sep 2012 12 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online
Evening 2nd Year 12 Sep 2012 27 Mar 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

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