HNC Childhood Practice

• Pedagogy in Practice
• Leadership
• Current Legislation, Policy and Guidance
• Developing Reflective Practic

This course also includes a childhood practice placement (two days a week) – where you will have the opportunity to relate theory to practice.

You will also be able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council at practitioner level

What qualifications do I need?

You will need an NC qualification in a care-related subject, such as NC Early Education and Childcare, NC Childhood Practice or NC Education Support Assistance or two Highers at grade A-C, preferably including English. 

You will also be considered if you have successfully completed either Social Services Children & Young People Foundation Apprenticeship & 1 Higher, preferably English or Social Services & Healthcare Foundation Apprenticeship & 1 Higher, preferably English 

For a place on the course, you will need experience of working/volunteering in an early education/ childcare/ related setting. 

You should have a real interest in the Practitioner/ Child Development Officer role, working with children and families 

You will be required to submit a personal statement and attend an interview, bringing proof of your qualifications.  You will also need to provide two references. You must be eligible to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.

What can I do after?

After successfully completing the course you will have, the skills needed to register at practitioner level with the Scottish Social Services Council and work in early learning and childcare centres, NHS and Childminding amongst others.

Or you could develop your skills further by studying another course, such as:

• HND Additional Needs
• PDA Childhood Practice
• HND Childhood Practice
• BA Childhood Studies
• BA Childhood Practice (if practicing) 
• BEd Early Years
• BA/Diploma Education and Social Services

SCQF 7

Programme Information

Start: August

End Date: June

Duration: 1 year

This course will be delivered via face-to-face learning on campus and there may be some opportunities for remote learning off-campus and digital learning approaches.This is a practical and academic course that will require you to be capable of study at this level.