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PDA Health and Social Care Supervision (SCQF Level 7)

The Professional Development Award (PDA) in Health and Social Care Supervision has been designed by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to meet the SSSC’s registration requirements for supervisors, in conjunction with a relevant care related qualification at SVQ3, or equivalent. 

 

 

Start Date

2nd October 2025

Course Length

 3 Months

Cost

£480

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SSSC Supervisory Qualifications – Accepted Alternatives

We accept Unit 41: Maintain effective communication systems and practice and Unit 43: Take responsibility for the continuing professional development of yourself and others from the following qualifications as meeting SSSC supervisory requirements:

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  • SVQ Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF Level 9​​

 

These units may be completed as part of the SVQ Level 4 Social Services and Healthcare award, as an alternative to the PDA, and are available at the same fee.

Content

Our PDA is delivered as a three month programme consisting of online tutorials over 4 weeks and 1:1 feedback and support during the assignment writing stage. Tutorials combine teaching, group activities and individual reflection to make the most of the development opportunities provided by group settings. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn from each other’s experience and knowledge in a variety of care settings, as well as developing a solid knowledge base around key areas of the supervisor’s role.

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The Units contained within the PDA are:

  • Health and Social Care: Supervise People (F6CX 34)

  • Health and Social Care: Supervise the Protection of People (F6CW 34)

 

Topics include:

 

  • Legal and Organisational requirements of the supervisory role

  • The definition, principles and function of the supervisory role

  • Models and methods of supervision

  • Promoting relationships and managing conflict and dilemmas

  • Values and Attitudes and their impact on the supervisory role

  • Risk management and safeguarding

SSSC Registration

The Professional Development Award (PDA) in Health and Social Care Supervision meets the SSSC’s registration requirements for supervisors, in conjunction with a relevant care related qualification at SVQ3, or equivalent. Please see the SSSC website for more information.

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This applies to the following roles:

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  • Supervisor in a care home service for adults

  • Supervisor in a housing support service

  • Supervisor in a care at home service

Awarding Body

SQA

What is VQFolio?

To apply, please download and complete the application form with your typed details, as this makes processing easier. Return the completed form to us. If you need more information, feel free to contact us.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should already hold SVQ3 (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent SSSC registerable qualification and be working in a supervisory role. 

Candidates will receive

  • 1:1 award and portfolio induction

  • an individualised award plan timetable

  • direct observations

  • portfolio assessment and feedback

  • guidance on meeting gaps in practice and knowledge

CPL

40 Hours

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