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SCHOOLS HIGHER CHILDCARE AND DEVELOPMENT

  • Start date:   August 2022
  • Level of Qualification:   Schools - SCQF Level 6
  • Course Type:   Schools Course

SCHOOLS HIGHER CHILDCARE AND DEVELOPMENT

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

If you are an S5 or S6 student with an interest in early learning and childcare, this course will give you the skills and knowledge to develop a career in the sector.

Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Times: 1:30pm-4:15pm
Duration: 1 year

  • What the course includes

    The course covers:

    • Child development
    • Child development: theory
    • Services for children and young people

    It involves an SQA project and exam. There will also be an opportunity to attend our yearly  Childhood Practice Conference 

Why choose this course

You will gain skills and knowledge to help you develop a career in childcare.

Entry requirements

  • 3 National 5 qualifications at grade C or above, one of which must be English

  • Where this course leads

    You can use this qualification to support your application for further study such as HNC Childhood Practice or teacher training.

Interview arrangements

We will invite you in to the college to complete a short written task and interview.

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