Social Services and Healthcare SVQ3
What is special about this course?
Learn while you work with Modern Apprenticeships (MAs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs). Modern apprenticeships in Scotland are available for people who are aged over 16 and in employment. With on-the-job training and regular meetings in the workplace you can gain a recognised qualification without studying full-time. Funding for MAs can be gained from Skills Development Scotland.
Social Services and Healthcare vocational qualification (VQ) Level 3 allows you to register with the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC). It supports you to enhance your practice and understand the legalities surrounding the work you carry out. It is a legal requirement that individuals who work in care hold a qualification relevant to their job role.
It is a work based course and your assessor will meet and work with you on a one-to-one basis in your place of work. No college attendance is required but you will have full use of all college facilities, including student services and the library.
You are assessed on how well you practice and on your underpinning knowledge of the care standards, codes of practice, further legislation and theories relevant to your client groups.
Entry requirements
You must have at least six months experience working in a care environment and a good understanding of the English language. At this level you will be expected to be completing care plans.
You will be observed in your practice by a qualified assessor. Support will be given to you to enable you to write accounts based on your day to day practice. You will be expected to research relevant legislation, work base policies, theories relating to your client group, care standards and codes of practice.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Work based
How long will my course last?
9 MonthsWork based, up to a maximum of 12 months
Where can I study my course?
- Perth College UHI
Start date
Flexible - January, May or September
Fees
Most full-time students will have their fees paid.
Students on part-time courses may also be eligible to have their course fees waived.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Individuals who have this qualification often progress in their employment and go on to study at more advanced levels.
A SVQ at this level is a qualification which meets SSSC registration requirements for many job roles.
Is there more information available online?
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