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Certificate Gateway to Childhood Studies SCQF L4 (School Pupils Only)

You will begin to develop your knowledge and skills needed to work within the Childcare settings from nurseries, schools and after school settings. Studies will include working in early learning and childcare, care of children and contemporary families from the National 4 Early Learning and Childcare Award. Throughout studies practical sessions will form part of learning both inside and outside through various play activities, while written tasks will support learning.

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Level:

Level 4

Duration:

  • School College Partnership study
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Who is this course for?

  • School pupils only

What skills will I learn?

  • Teamwork
  • Organisational skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Confidence
  • Resilience

What will I study?

  • This course introduces students to elements of what it is like working in Early Learning and Childcare, Care of Children and Contemporary Families.
  • You will take part in activities in the classroom which will support in your understanding of childcare.

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • Progression opportunities to SCQF Level 5 and/ or Level 5 / 6 college study on successful completion.

What career opportunities are there?

  • Further study in the childcare sector