Venues

Springburn Campus, Easterhouse Campus

Content

The HNC Childhood Practice: Next Gen is a refreshed and future-focused qualification designed to prepare you for a rewarding career as a Child Development Officer. This nationally recognised qualification combines academic theory with essential hands-on experience, giving you the confidence and professional grounding to work effectively in the Early Learning and Childcare sector.

Core areas include:

Pedagogy in Practice; Health, Safeguarding, Welfare and Rights; Developing Reflective Practice; Additional Support Needs: Positive Supporting Strategies; Outdoor Learning and Sustainability.

You’ll also complete three SVQ workplace units:

Promote Effective Communication; Promote Health, Safety and Security; Develop Your Practice Through Reflection.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers including English; or NC Childhood Practice (Level 6); or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview. Written Test.

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

Relevant HND, PDA Childhood Practice (Level 8) or relevant degree programme.