Content

This course is for those who want to work as early learning and childcare practitioners. The award will allow you to work with children and young people aged between 0 and 18 years.

You will learn about the values, principles and laws relevant to a career in the early years sector. After you have completed the course, you can register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) at practitioner level.

This course covers a wide range of key topics that will prepare you for a successful career in childcare. You’ll explore care in contemporary society, looking at how childcare and early education are shaped by current social issues, policies, and trends. You’ll also dive into leadership, gaining valuable skills to take on roles where you can guide and support others in childcare settings.

The course will focus heavily on health, wellbeing, and safeguarding, teaching you how to protect and promote the physical and emotional health of children in your care. You’ll learn about lifespan development, studying various theoretical approaches to understanding how children grow and develop from infancy to adolescence. This helps you better support their individual needs and ensure their growth is supported in a positive way.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers including English; or relevant Foundation Apprenticeship plus Higher English; or NC Childhood Practice (Level 6) or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Experience in a childcare setting is required. 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

HND Childhood Practice or degree level courses