Routes into Education or Employment
Routes into Care and Childhood Practice
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 4
Study mode Full time
Start date
Jan 2025
Course enquiry form
Course overview
Routes into Care and Childhood Practice is an engaging and nurturing course, that allows students to learn more about how to work with and support children, young people and adults, understand and support their needs, and identify different job roles and opportunities in the caring sector, from birth to older adulthood.
This course has been specially designed to support you in starting your journey towards further study and employment in:
- Childcare and Early Learning
- Social Services and Care
This is an SCQF Level 4 course (equivalent to National 4 qualifications).
If you successfully achieve this course you will be automatically offered a place on either a next steps Routes course, Childhood Practice or Health and Social Services, Level 4 or 5 courses in January.
You will be taught by highly qualified and experienced lecturers and have support from the team at Edinburgh College allowing you to progress to the next step of your learning journey while taking part in a wide range of engaging and interactive learning opportunities.
We have created an online notice board (Padlet) to help prepare you for your course. This will be regularly updated with information including contact details, timetables, support info, etc.
What you will learn
You will learn a wide range of skills including:
- Meta-skills
- Communication
- Working with others
- Problem-solving
- Employability
- Digital communication
Topics will include:
- An introduction to Social services, health and care
- An introduction to Childcare, play and learning
- Wellbeing
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Sustainability
Placement information
- There is no placement or work experience on this course.
How the course is assessed
- We will use a range of interactive and engaging activities to assess your work.
- You will complete a project linked to the key areas of the course, showcasing your learning.
- You will keep a reflective log of your learning, well-being and experiences.
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week.
Days and times are to be confirmed.
Entry requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
- Be enthusiastic and committed to working with others and learning about working with others in a range of care services and settings.
- Places are limited on this course, we will use your Personal Statement to help our selection process.
Please follow this guidance when writing your Personal Statement
Your Personal statement is an important part of your application and it can help us to decide if you are suitable for the course. To make sure that you are giving us all the information we need to consider your application fully, please include the following:
- Your reasons for applying for this course?
- Why does this course interest you?
- Why are you suitable for this course?
- Information about courses or training you have done that are relevant – this can include certificated training such as First Aid or CPD courses.
- Details of any work experience (paid or voluntary) relevant to the course.
- Your future career plans – how will this course help you to reach your goals?
- Check that the statement is written clearly, and using appropriate language. It is a good idea to ask someone to proofread the statement before sending it.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You will attend a brief meeting where we can speak to you about your interest in this area of study and discuss any additional help or support we can offer to help you succeed.
English Proficiency Requirements
The English proficiency requirement for this course is IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
If you complete this course you will be automatically offered a place on either:
- Next steps Routes into Care
- Childhood Practice, Health and Social Services, Level 4 or 5 courses in January
We will work with you to identify the most suitable courses to meet your learning interests and needs.
Career options
- This course will introduce you to several skills and learning that will support you in further study or employment.
- Future career options could include working with children in a nursery, supporting people with additional support needs or looking after older people in a residential care setting.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 20/01/25 |
