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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