Children and Young People SVQ Level 3 (SCQF Level 7) Evening
This Social Services (Children and Young People) SVQ 3 (SCQF Level 7) qualification is delivered using Learning Assistant’s e-portfolio system for highly responsive assessment.
| Start Date |
| 8th February 2022 |
| Application End Date |
| 18th January |
| Attendance |
| 5pm – 8pm (Zoom) |
| Course Length |
| 12 months |
| Cost |
| £1950 (see funding options below) |
Funding
- Fully funded Modern Apprenticeship for all ages (Subject to eligibility and availability)
- Fully funded Disabled/Care Experienced Modern Apprenticeship Enhanced Funding for those aged 20-29
- Where Modern Apprenticeship Funding is not available, candidates can apply for the SAAS Part Time Fee Grant. The maximum grant award is currently £813 – Course fee with full grant award is £1137
Eligibility
Candidates must
- have a minimum of 6 months appropriate experience at support worker level in a childcare setting
- have access to a PC or laptop with word software and internet access (tablets and smartphones are not sufficient)
Content
4 mandatory units and 4 optional units
Training for Care Inputs
- Fortnightly underpinning knowledge tutorials and portfolio building
- Workplace visits for observation and candidate support
- SQA registration and certification; TfC internal verification and standardisation
- All SQA manuals, TfC learning materials, and award stationery
Workplace Support Requirements
- Authentication of reflective accounts
- Witness testimony of candidate performance by a qualified staff member
- Liaison with peripatetic assessor
Candidate Requirements
- Candidates will use the Learning Assistant on-line portfolio system (full training will be given)
- Tutorial attendance as above
- Availability for workplace visits
- Commitment to written work and private study appropriate to an SCQF level 7 qualification
Awarding Body
SQA
What is Learning Assistant?
Learning Assistant’s e-portfolio system is an on-line system for distance learning, support and assessment. It facilitates prompt communication between candidate and assessor, gives on-line access to planning guidelines and learning materials and access to an on-line forum for candidates.
To apply please download an application form and return it to us, alternatively contact us if you need more information.
