Course overview
Learn about physical and emotional child development, and the importance of play in early education.
Course description
This Skills for Work course will introduce you to physical and emotional child development and the importance of the use of play in the early education of children. The course will allow you to develop fundamental good practice skills, and become well-equipped for going on to further study or employment. You will:
- Gain an understanding of the importance of play in working with children;
- Gain an insight into child development and its value in working with children;
- Develop an awareness of health and safety issues relevant to a range of activities;
- Develop core and essential skills including communication and working with others;
- Develop industry-related good practice.
What you will experience
The National 5 course is made up of the following four units:
- Child Development
- Play in Early Education and Childcare
- Working in Early Education and Childcare
- Parenting
You will be taught through a range of practical activities as well as classroom-based theory. Depending on your location, this will take place at one of the College’s campuses or within your school. Study will take the form of individual research, group activities, practical work, watching videos and reviewing course hand outs/text books issued by your lecturer.
Throughout the course you will be offered an opportunity to review and identify how your skills and knowledge are developing, and will be expected to demonstrate:
- Regular attendance and good timekeeping;
- A professional attitude and an interest in Early Education and Childcare;
- A willingness and commitment to learning;
- Planning, preparation and research skills;
- An ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others;
- Problem solving skills.
To achieve the course award you must attend regularly and successfully complete the all units. Assessment will be based on test and case studies along with project work and a folio. This course will show on your final SQA certificate as a National 5 qualification.
What you will need
A laptop device is required for this course – your school should be able to provide this for you.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course although good communication skills are important and you will be expected to work at National 5 level. You will also be expected to have a good attitude to your studies and a high level of attendance.
There will be a selection process applied to all applicants for this course to ensure suitability.
Progression
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol:
Upon successful completion of this course, you could consider Modern Apprenticeship opportunities or may be able to progress to one of the following full-time courses at North East Scotland College:
University
Those with the qualifications to do so may choose to apply for further study at university level.
Employment:
If you would like to progress directly to work upon completion of your course, you can pursue a range of entry-level positions in the early education and childcare sector.
Course options
Course Type: Other
Details
Venue details
Aberdeen City Campus
Gallowgate
Aberdeen
Course provider
North East Scotland College
Aberdeen City Campus
Gallowgate
Aberdeen