SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) Level 2

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 1st 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.

Content

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.  

More Info

Course places are only secured after payment/funding has been arranged. 

As per the College Tuition Fees and Refund Policy, tuition fees are non-refundable except under exceptional circumstances.

 

Student Paying

Fees of less than £150 must be paid in full. Payment by instalment is available, provided the course fee is greater than £150.

Instalments must be paid via direct debit over a 4-month period and an initial 30% deposit is required in order to secure your place. You will not be able to apply online if paying by direct debit, you must contact Evening Admissions by email at - eveninginfo@forthvalley.ac.uk

 

Employer Paying

If your employer is paying for your tuition fees, an Employers Agreement form or letter from your employer must be submitted prior to or on enrolment. You can access the Employer Agreement form here and this should be returned to evening admissions -eveninginfo@forthvalley.ac.uk

Refunds will only be given if the course is cancelled or significantly altered by the College. Please refer to our Tuition Fee and Withdrawal procedure for further information.

 

ITA funding

This course is eligible for ITA funding. You may be eligible if you are:

  • Aged 16 or over
  • Not in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme
  • Unemployed and looking to get back into work
  • Employed and earning less than £22,000 per year
  • Resident in Scotland

If you wish to use ITA funding towards the cost of this course, you must first apply for the ITA funding through the My World of Work website. ITA funding will cover up to £200 of course fees.

You will not be able to enrol for your course online if using ITA funding. Once you’ve applied for funding, you will receive a confirmation email from SDS and the college with instructions on how to book your course.

Location

Falkirk Campus

Attendance

Evening

Start date

24 January 2024

End date

19 June 2024

Start time

18.00

End time

20.45

SCQF Level

Level 6

Cost per person

£400.00