Childhood Studies
With huge demand in Scotland currently for qualified early learning and childcare workers , there has never been a better time to turn your dream of working with children into a reality . Whether you want to work as an Early Years Support Worker , Play Worker , Pupil Support Assistant or Early Years Practitioner you will get to use the knowledge and skills learned on your college course to change the world , one little person at a time !
Our wide range of childhood studies courses , from introductory certificates in early learning and childcare , through to HNC , HND and degrees , will provide you with the transferable skills and practical work experience you need to advance in a career in early learning and childcare . And for those already working within this sector , our flexible work-based and parttime study options mean you can fit studying around work and family commitments .
Want to know more about these roles ?
Check out the Scottish Social Services Council ( SSSC ) website for more information on the registerable qualifications for each of the roles above .
www . learn . sssc . uk . com / careers /
What route can I take to my ideal career ?
You can start at SCQF Level 4 ( the equivalent of National 4s ) and progress through HNC / HND , and on to years 3 and 4 of a degree at Fife College or move into employment .
Visit fife . ac . uk / childcare for more information .
What kind of career could I have ?
Early Years Manager Lead Early Years Practitioner Early Years Office ( EYO ) or Early Years Practitioner Play Worker Educational ( Pupil ) Support Assistant Early Years Support Worker And more ...
Did you know ?
You can study from SCQF level 4 right up to your Honours degree in Childhood Studies with us at Fife College
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The number of British families with young children who rely on day care , making childcare workers an indispensable part of everyday life
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