SQA Care

We offer a range of qualifications to meet the needs of a diverse workforce from a variety of sectors including: Health and Social Care and Child care.

The work of the Care team is paramount in the review, maintenance and development of qualifications across the care sector. It also supports workforce planning to allow individuals to grow and develop in their chosen professions, following clear career pathways with the right qualifications.

SQA Care team

The team is here to support and advise on all aspects of the qualifications. We have a care enquiry form below to ensure our customers get accurate information in line with regulatory requirements.

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Qualifications

Qualifications available for Child Care and Health and Social Care - SVQs, HNC/Ds, Awards and PDAs.

Child care

SCQF Credit	Qualification Title
min = 55 max = 63	SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF level 6
min = 68 max = 93	SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF level 7
min = 71 max = 101	SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF level 9
96	HNC Childhood Practice SCQF level 7
240	HND Childhood Practice SCQF level 8
80	PDA Childhood Practice SCQF level 8
120	PDA Childhood Practice SCQF level 9
80	PDA Children and Young People's Health and Wellbeing SCQF level 7
60	PDA Children and Young People's Health and Wellbeing SCQF level 8
40	PDA Pedagogy of Play SCQF level 8
24	National Work-based Award Complete Childminding Learning Pathway SCQF level 7
	Forest Kindergarten Award SCQF level 7
	Supervised Tooth-brushing in Nurseries and Schools Award SCQF level 6
12	Children Experiencing Domestic Abuse Recovery Co-facilitators Knowledge and Practice Award SCQF level 6