NPA Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF level 6
National Progression Awards (NPAs) assess a defined set of skills and knowledge in specialist vocational areas, linked to National Occupational Standards. The NPA in Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 6 introduces learners to knowledge and skills that are important in the Early Education and Childcare and Playwork sector.
This NPA develops knowledge and understanding of Early Education and Childcare and Playwork practical, technical and transferable skills; oral, written and evaluation abilities; resource management; problem solving and planning; organisational and communication skills.
The NPA Social Services, Children and Young People is a combination of assessment and practice based experience: introducing key learning themes that can be a basis for a career working with Children and Young People. It is also a requirement of the Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services, Children and Young People at SCQF Level 6 and assists with the underpinning knowledge of the SVQ 2 Social Services: Children and Young People mandatory units. The SVQ 2 is the benchmark qualification for registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a support worker.
This qualification covers areas such as play for children and young people, the safeguarding of children and young people, communicating with children and young people, development of children and young people, promoting the wellbeing and safety of children and young people.
The qualification is available through schools, colleges and training providers.
