Why study Social Services (Children and Young People) (SCQF Level 6) (FA)?
National Progression Award in Social Services (Children and Young People)
- Safeguarding of Children and Young People
- Play for Children and Young People
- Communication with Children and Young People
- Development of Children and Young People
- Promote the Wellbeing and Safety of Children and Young People.
SVQ in Social Services (Children and Young People) (Part of)
- Support Effective Communication
- Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals
- Develop your own knowledge and practice
- Support the safeguarding of children.
You will also complete a work placement.
What do I need to get in?
These vary depending on whether you start the Foundation Apprenticeship in S5 or S6. It could range from some subjects at National 5 to 1 or 2 Highers. Check with your school for details.
You will require a satisfactory PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to show that you are suitable for this type of work.
What will I study?
The Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) in Social Services (Children and Young People) is for pupils staying on at school. You can choose an FA as one of your subjects in S5 or S6.
How will I be assessed?
- National Progression Award (NPA) in Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6.
- Core units from the Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6.
What can I go on to next?
- You could go on to the Modern Apprenticeship in Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 7.
- You could continue your studies at college or university, gaining an HND or degree.
- You could go straight into a job working with children or young people.
Further study, training or employment in:
Where can my parents find out more?
Your school will give your parents an Options or Choices information booklet, which has detailed information on the curriculum and the individual subjects or courses you can study. It will also invite them along to a Parents’ Information Evening.
They can also read the information leaflet(s):
1 - 2 years
