Entry Requirements:
No formal entry requirements. Candidates must work within a care setting.

Brief summary of main subject areas:
Mandatory Units:
Foster people's equality, diversity and rights
Promote effective communication and relationships
Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace
Contribute to the protection of individuals from abuse

There are a further 25 optional units, which are subdivided into two groups, A and B. Candidates are required to complete five of these optional units, full details of which are available from the Scottish Qualifications Authority (see Appendix 1 for contact details).

Placement Requirements:
No formal placement required. However, candidates must be assessed working in a care setting.

Certification and Recognition:
Nationally recognised award made by SQA.

Articulation/Progression:
Holders of SVQ Level II can progress to Level III.

Developments:
The SVQs in Care were recently revised and accredited in May 1998. The new level II award has a greater degree of flexibility in that candidates have options to choose from. This allows the award to be fully compatible with the worker's role.

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