The information on this course page is for the 2025/26 academic year, starting in September 2025. If available, you may also apply for a January 2025 start by following the link on the course page.

Care Services Leadership and Management (SCQF level 10) SVQ

Course code 94L5

What is special about this course?

Care Services Leadership and Management SVQ4 is a requirement with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for all managers, operation managers, deputy managers, supervisors of care services, and new business residential care supervisors and deputies.

The course provides a good basis for managing a care service and supports individuals to undertake management responsibility. The course is work-based, so you can continue working whilst undertaking your studies.

Special features

  • Offers a good balance of practice and theory
  • High-level award at level 10
  • The preferred choice for many professionals as a bridge between vocational and academic study

Entry requirements

  • You must be in a job role relevant to the units, with a minimum of 6 months experience in post
  • Candidates should hold Practice Award level 9 or CYP Practice Award OR
  • Be a Registered Nurse or Social Worker OR
  • Hold an HNC or equivalent in Care or Social Work
  • Candidates should contact the campus to discuss entry requirements

Apply for Care Services Leadership and Management (SCQF level 10) SVQ

I want to start in Aug/Sep 2025

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