Hello Senga, can you advise me on the qualification the SSSC are asking for now? I am a support worker and I have an SVQ 3 and a friend told me this qualification no longer counts, is that correct?

Hello Bert,

Firstly, your qualification (SVQ 3) still counts therefore don’t be concerned.

The qualifications are described with the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework (SCQF) levels in mind and your qualification would enter at SCQF level 6 which is the level required to maintain registration.

I hope that allays your concerns.

Regards

Senga

About Senga Currie

Senga has been a registered mental nurse and registered general nurse for 38 years, working in various areas within the NHS, community nursing, the field of addictions and the private sector.

Since 1998 she has been working with care homes, starting as a nursing sister and moving into roles of home manager, regional manager, care services manager and regulation manager. Read more

Hello Senga, can you advise me on the qualification the SSSC are asking for now? I am a support worker and I have an SVQ 3 and a friend told me this qualification no longer counts, is that correct?

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