Social Services (Children and Young People) (SCQF level 9) SVQ
Course code 9L52
What is special about this course?
This SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF Level 9 award is required by managers of care settings as a second qualification for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council, or for managers who do not already possess a health and social care qualification. This includes care settings such as care homes, residential care or care at home services for children and young people.
Special features
- You will achieve a nationally recognised qualification
- You will become more aware of and have the opportunity to enhance your own management skills
- The award is a requirement for SSSC registration for managers and those working in care management with children and young people
Entry requirements
- Candidates must have SVQ Level 3 and be working in a management position
- For information on the SVQ 3 Social Services and Health Care SCQF level 7, please contact the college at which you wish to study
Year 1 - SVQ
Mandatory subjects include:
- Continuing professional development of self and others
- Develop and maintain healthy and safe practices in the workplace
- Promote and maintain effective systems for communication
- Promote the well-being and protection of children and young people
You will also study four optional units.
How will I study my course?
- Part-time (structured)
- You will study through supported online learning using the university's virtual learning environment (VLE)
- This course is work-based
- You will be assessed in the workplace and will be allocated an assessor
How long will my course last?
- Part-time: 18 months
Where can I study my course?
- Argyll
- North, West and Hebrides - Thurso campus
- Orkney
- Shetland
Start date
- September
- January
- Other start dates may be available in some locations. For information on other start dates and how to apply for them, please contact the campus you wish to study with.
Fees
For information on costs of this course please contact the campus where you wish to study.
Funding
UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.
Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.
What can I do on completion of my course?
The SVQ will be studied by students as part of ongoing continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for managers.
Can I progress into further study?
Following successful completion of the SVQ, you may wish to consider applying to one of the university degree programmes, such as BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies.
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
Apply for Social Services (Children and Young People) (SCQF level 9) SVQ
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