NC Early Education & Child Care (Level 6) Search Results Entry Requirements - Applicants should have passes in four subjects at SCQF level 5, such as National 5 or 4, Standard Grades at band 2 or above or four passes at Intermediate 2, one of which much be English. - Successful achievement of a level 5 Childcare qualification such as The National 5 Skills for Work Early Education and Childcare or the NPA in Playwork and Childcare will also be considered. - For NC or PDA, applicants whose first language is not English, you should have a minimum ESOL level 5 at an A or B although higher ESOL is the preferred qualification Selection for interview will also be based on the content of a personal statement which should evidence your interest in learning about the care and education of children. Applicants will be required to enter the PVG scheme administered by Disclosure Scotland. This check will be carried out before undertaking work experience. If you have any offences that may be recorded on a Disclosure Scotland check, you should discuss this at interview. Description This course provides an integrated programme of theory and practice at Level 6 and aims to enable you to work effectively in certain posts within the Early Education and Childcare sector and/or to progress to further study. The knowledge and understanding you will gain on the course will help you develop positive values and attitudes and will encourage you to reflect on your learning and practice. The course has a large placement element. You will have a placement in a nursery 2 days per week for the duration of the course. Course Content Course topics include: - Child Development (Higher) - Developing an Understanding of Working with Children - Developing an Understanding of Working with Children: Workplace Experience - Child Development: Theory (Higher) - Services for Children and Young People (Higher) - First Aid - HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Infections - Play in Early Education and Childcare - Play in Practice - Childcare and Development Higher project Duration Full Time. 1 Academic Year. August - June. Applicants wishing to study on a part-time basis over 2 years will be considered and should provide information on this in their personal statement and at interview. Progression HNC Childhood Practice (subject to satisfactory references and NC practical training placement reports.). HNC Additional Support Needs. SVQ Level 3 Social Services (Children and Young People). Employment as a nursery assistant/support worker.