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PDA EDUCATION SUPPORT ASSISTANCE EVENING (Year 1) (TUES)

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 6
  • Course Type:   Part-time (Evenings)

PDA EDUCATION SUPPORT ASSISTANCE EVENING (Year 1) (TUES)

Please note: This course is now full. If you apply, you will receive an email confirming that the course is full. Should a place become available, we will contact you, but we cannot guarantee this. Some courses still have availability- please check our website for the most up-to-date information on course availability. Alternatively, you can contact our Enquiries and Admissions team at choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk

 

This course is suitable for those who wish to work as a pupil support worker in a nursery/primary/secondary or additional support needs setting.

 

Start date – Aug 2026

End date –  Jun 2027

SCQF Level -  6

Mode –  Part time (Evenings)

Days: Tuesday
Times:  6pm – 9pm
Duration: 1 year (This is year 1 of a 2 year course)
Cost: £520 

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    What the course includes

    This course includes supporting the development of children and young people from birth to 18 years and supporting children and young people who require additional support for learning.

    Students will also learn about the rights and entitlements of children and young people.

    This course also includes a work placement.

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Why choose this course

This qualification will allow registration with SSSC as a Support Worker.

Entry requirements

  • You should already be employed in a school setting or have a keen interest in childcare and development

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Where it leads

    Education:

    • Progression onto PDA Education Support Assistance Year 2

Interview arrangements

An interview is required for this course.

Interview questions include:

Interview Questions 

  • Why have you applied for the course? 
  • What have you been doing since leaving school. 
  • Are you currently employed? If you are not currently employed in a support role in a school, do you have the flexibility to carry out a placement for a minimum of one day per week for 24 days over the period of the two years? 
  • What skills and qualities do you have that would be suitable for working with children and young people? 
  • What challenges have you previously experienced in education and how did you overcome them? 
  • What are you most looking forward to coming to college?   
  • There are a range of support services within the college including support for learning and mental health. Do you think you would benefit from these services?
  • Outdoor play is an essential part of children’s learning. Give an example of a childhood memory of a time you played outside.
  • Where do you see yourself in five years time?
  • Do you have any questions about the course?

Fees, finance and funding

Click here to find out more about funding for this course

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