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Course description

This course meets Curriculum for Excellence values by enabling learners to understand child development and the roles and responsibilities of practitioners, other professionals and parents/carers in meeting the needs of children from pre-birth to 16.

There are 3 units, which make up the Higher Childcare and Development course as follows:

  • Child Development
  • Child Development: Theory
  • Services for Children and Young People
  • Entry requirements

    The candidate would normally be expected to have achieved 4 passes at national 5, one of which should be English.  Non-traditional qualifications will also be considered.

    Progression

    This course can lead to entry on the following vocational courses NC Early Education and Childcare, which in turn could lead to employment in childcare settings.

    Course options

    Course Type: Part-time
    Details
    Date: 01/08/2025Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
    Venue details

    UHI Orkney

    East Road

    Kirkwall

    Course provider

    UHI Orkney