John is a Senior (Lead) External Verifier in Care and Childcare at the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and explains the role of verifiers and why planning for your SVQ is so important. He also explains how an SVQ can help you reflect on how you do your day-to-day role.

Working in social services involves a wide range of skills, knowledge and values that are essential to your SVQ qualifications. Every interaction with individuals you support is an opportunity to demonstrate this.

We understand the challenges you face in gaining your qualifications for registration and we are here to support you. It can be daunting thinking about what’s involved and how you will evidence your learning.

SSSC Learning and Development Adviser, Jane Muir shares her top tips to help you prepare for your SVQ. Jane joined the SSSC from Forth Valley College and has lots of experience in supporting people to gain their qualifications.  

Roslyn is a Vocational Learning Assessment Manager at Fife College and shares her insights and advice about completing an SVQ qualification in Health and Social Care or Social Services (children and young people). Roslyn also explains the role of assessors, what support is available and the benefits of achieving an SVQ qualification.