SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) Level 2

Course description

The course has been designed for individuals who are working within a Children and Young People setting and will provide evidence of an individual's competency in supporting children in all aspects of daily life. The Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 6 is designed for people who are already working, in a range of environments including day or home care settings, family support, nursery or education settings. Candidates are required to compile a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate understanding of theory, principles and practices.

The SVQ will allow you to build upon your existing skills and knowledge to enhance practice in a range of settings. The course will provide individuals with the skills, knowledge and experience to develop a career within this sector and register with SSSC at Support Worker level.

Important Information for all non UK nationals

The College has a requirement to complete a residency check on all non-UK nationals for tuition fee purposes. When you book and pay for your course online, please be aware that you will be contacted by a member of our Student Administration team and asked to provide documents i.e. a copy of your passport; proof of your settlement status and EU share code.

Following assessment of evidence, if you do not meet the criteria for ‘home fee status’, you will contacted and advised of any additional fee required.

If you require further information please contact residency@forthvalley.ac.uk

EU Nationals

If you are currently living in the UK then you should have already applied for the EU Settlement Scheme which will allow you to continue living in the UK.

From 1^st January 2021, if you are a national of a country outwith the UK it is most likely you will need a visa to study in the UK. You can check if you require a visa by visiting the UK Government’s website here. If you require a student visa, further information can be obtained at the following link.

For the latest information about EU nationals studying in the EU, you should visit the UK Government’s website.

This course provides you with the opportunity to reflect on your own personal and professional development whilst also allowing you to update and expand existing knowledge.

You will study the following subject areas:

• Support effective communication
• Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals
• Support the safeguarding of children
• Develop your own knowledge and practice
• Support children's learning through play
• Contribute to the effectiveness of teams

This course is designed with a blended approach using traditional classroom based learning supported with a range of online resources and activities.