...Childcare professionals delivering an inspired approach to learning

Modern Apprentice in Childcare

What will my hourly rate be?

This will be negotiated with your employer; you will be paid at least the minimum wage for your age please click here for further details.

What age & qualifications do I need to start?
  • 16+ years.
  • 2 National 5 (English preferred).
How long will this qualification take?
  • 12- 15 months recommended (Core Skills included).
  • Once qualified as a childcare practitioner, you are qualified to work with children from the age of birth to 21 years old.
What career pathways can I choose once qualified?
  • Social work.
  • Teaching.
  • Nursing.

 


SVQ Playwork

What age & qualifications do I need to start?
  • 16+ years.
  • National 5 in English or equivalent.
How long will this qualification take?
  • 12 -15 months
What career pathways can I choose once qualified?
  • Once a qualified playworker, you are qualified to work in an Out of School Care setting.

 


SVQ Social Services Children and Young People

What age & qualifications do I need to start?
Level 7
  • 16+ years.
  • 2 National 5 (English preferred).

Level 9 (Management)

  • No age limit
  • Must be in a supervisory position
How long will this qualification take?

Level 7

  • 12- 15 months recommended (Core Skills included).

Level 9 (Management)

  • 12 – 15 months.
What career pathways can I choose once qualified?

Level 7

  • Once qualified as a childcare practitioner, you are qualified to work with children from the age of birth to 21 years old.

Level 9 (Management)

  • Once qualified future pathways include ELC Management role and progress onto the degree BA in Childhood practice.