Social Services SVQ Level 3
SCQF Level 7 – GH5W 23
Social Services (Children and Young People)
This award is aimed at people working in the childcare sector. At level 3, candidates should be involved in the decision making process, whether this be with service users in a key worker capacity or with staff in a supervisor/mentor capacity. Candidates would also be expected to have a good understanding of legislation and how this affects the work they do.
This award is also eligible for part funding through Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS).
SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards (NOS) are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.