Course details
Course description
This course will develop your understanding of children, their stages of development and how to care for them.
This course is for progressing students, mature school leavers and those who would like to gain childcare qualifications. You must be able to embrace diversity and be able to work as part of a team as well as work independently. A placement opportunity may be provided to students who demonstrate appropriate skills and values.
What you will experienceBring Your Own Device (BYOD)
This course is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme. This means that you are required to have access to your own laptop computer, netbook or similar device in class each day that you are in college.
This may be funded or part-funded by a bursary, if you are eligible to receive one.
Find out more about bursaries here
Learning outcome
Childcare & Development (SCQF Level 5 units).
Progression:Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol:On successful completion of this course, you may apply to progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:
Further study at advanced level may allow progression to university.
Employment:Into the workplace in a trainee position.
Entry requirements
- Three National 4 and two National 5 qualifications at grade C or above – one of which should be English. National 4s should be full courses rather than individual units.
- Evidence of volunteering or a placement within an Early Years/ Childcare environment is preferable (normally 20 hours)
- A clear PVG disclosure will be required prior to placement allocation. Please note that your PVG membership will be organised by the College.
Course options
Course details
Full time
Check with the course provider for dates.
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Gallowgate
Aberdeen
AB25 1BN
This is the main contact address for the provider. This may not be the location where this course is presented.