Overview
If you want to work under supervision in childcare, this course will provide you with the knowledge and understanding you need. You will learn the relevant concepts, theories, principles and practical skills along with a work placement ensuring you have valuable transferable skills to shine in the workplace.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.
Minimum entry requirements
- Five National 5 qualifications at Grade C or above including English; OR
- NC Child, Health and Social Care Level 5; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we'll make an offer based on your application form.
- You'll also need to provide a reference from your most recent educational provider (if you're in education) or employer.
What you study
You’ll study:
- Child Development Theory.
- Services for Children & Young People.
- Care & Feeding of Children.
- Play in Early Education Practice.
- Supporting Children’s Behaviour.
After the course
Possible employment in the Early Years sector.
Continuing Study
Possible progression to HNC Childhood Practice.
How the course is taught
The course is taught using a variety of learning and teaching methods.
Dress code
College polo shirt when out on placement.