Stacey Sneddon
SVQ Childcare
A rewarding career with real impact
Working in childcare gives you the opportunity to support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing while building a rewarding and meaningful career.
Our work-based qualifications are designed to support:
- individuals starting a role within childcare
- career changers entering the sector
- existing childcare practitioners developing their skills
- employers investing in staff training and progression
With support from experienced assessors and strong links with industry, you’ll develop practical skills and recognised qualifications that support long-term career progression.
Which pathway is right for you?
Modern Apprenticeships (MA)
Modern Apprenticeships combine paid employment with workplace learning, allowing you to gain experience while working towards an industry-recognised qualification.
Benefits:
- earn while you learn
- gain hands-on workplace experience
- develop industry-recognised skills
- learn alongside experienced professionals
- build confidence in a real childcare setting
Ideal for:
- individuals beginning a role in childcare
- career changers entering the sector
- employers recruiting and developing new staff
Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ)
SVQs are designed for individuals already working in childcare who want to develop their skills, achieve recognised qualifications, or progress within their role.
Benefits:
- flexible work-based learning
- practical assessment in the workplace
- professional development opportunities
- support career progression
- recognition of existing skills and experience
Ideal for:
- existing childcare practitioners
- staff looking to gain formal qualifications
- employers investing in workforce development
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Industry connections
We work closely with childcare employers across Fife and beyond to ensure learning reflects current industry needs. -
Flexible delivery
Qualifications are designed to support both learners and employers through flexible, work-based delivery. -
Experienced staff
Learn from staff and assessors with industry experience and specialist knowledge. -
Career progression
Develop the skills and qualifications needed to progress within the childcare sector -
Ongoing support
Receive guidance and support throughout your learning journey
Career opportunities in childcare
A qualification in childcare can support progression into a range of rewarding roles, including:
- Early Years Practitioner
- Nursery Practitioner
- Early Years Officer
- Childcare Support Worker
- Playworker
- Lead Practitioner
- Residential Care Worker
The childcare sector continues to offer opportunities for skilled and qualified professionals across Scotland.
Childcare courses
FAQs
The duration depends on the qualification you are studying:
Level 6: 9 months
Level 7: 12 months
Level 9: 12 months
Modern Apprenticeship (MA): 12 months
The course is delivered using an electronic portfolio, where you will upload and organise the evidence required to achieve your qualification.
Yes. As a Fife College student, you can access facilities across all Fife College campuses.
Yes. You will receive a Fife College student card, giving you access to college facilities. You'll also be invited to attend a range of college events throughout your time with us.
