Venues

Gardyne Campus

Content

This course will enable you to study a range of subjects such as Play and Outdoor Learning, Communication with Children and Young People, Understanding Mental Health and Coping Strategies and Maintaining Safe Environments in Care.

Throughout this course you will develop your digital skills and the knowledge and values which underpin care practice.

This course will include a mixture of indoor and outdoor learning. You are encouraged to participate in volunteering activities to relate theory to practice and develop your caring skills.

Entry Requirements

3 subjects at National 4; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 4. Entry is subject to interview, one satisfactory reference and team task and written task.

You will require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.

Progression Routes

NC Childhood Practice (Level 6)