Established in May 2002 and dedicated to the Assessment and Training of all staff who wish to work in the Early Learning and Childcare sector. The Centre is committed to providing high quality assessment and training to candidates. Our training centre provides SVQs in Social Services (Children and Young People) and ongoing training courses to ensure our candidates are prepared to meet the challenges of an exciting role in the childcare and education sector.
How can Great Western Training Centre help you achieve your goal?
As a Great Western candidate you will receive support, training and guidance throughout the course of your qualification.
You will have access to a wide range of resources and materials to compliment your learning.
An assessor will be appointed to you and will work with you to support you in all aspects of your award.
What are SVQs?
Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ) are recognised, work-related, competence based qualifications.They reflect the skills and knowledge needed by an Early Learning and Childcare practitioner to do their job effectively and show the candidate is competent in the area of work the qualification represents.
Benefits of the SVQ
- Receive on the job training supported by your assessor
- Learn practical skills you can use everyday
- Understand how to relate theory to your practice
- Achieve your qualification while you earn
Qualifications are achieved through assessment and training. Assessment is achieved through on the job observations and the candidate producing evidence to prove they have the competence to meet the SVQ standards.
SVQ awards we offer:
SVQ Level 2 Social Services (Children and Young People) at SQCF Level 6
SVQ Level 3 Social Services (Children and Young People) at SQCF Level 7
SVQ Level 4 Social Services (Children and Young People) at SQCF Level 9
SVQ Learning and Development 9 Direct and Indirect (L&D9DI) Assessors Award
SVQ Level 2 Playwork at SQCF Level 6
SVQ Level 3 Playwork at SQCF Level 7
