Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of the NC Child Care & Education Course or SVQ Level II in Child Care & Education

Brief summary of main subject areas:
Assessment practices in child care & education
Child protection
How children develop & learn
Curriculum approaches
Workplace assessment

Mode of Delivery:
Two days in college plus 1 study day over one college year

Placement Requirements:
Two days on placement per week

Certification and Recognition:
SQA certificate with full registration with the Scottish Child Care & Education Board

Articulation/Progression:
Employment in Nursery Services, Day Nurseries, Family Centres, Community Nurseries, Private Nurseries, Private Houses, Crèches, Tour Operators.
Can progress in the future to a PDA, HND or BA Early Childhood Studies.

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