The Level 2 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Social Services and Healthcare allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work. The qualification has been designed in partnership with the Sector Skills Council, Skills for Care and Development to ensure relevance to the sector. SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards (NOS) are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.
Upon successful completion, learners will gain an international recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully.
Assessment is carried out in the workplace to minimise any time learners would need to be away from their work and allows candidates to generate evidence based on the actual work they are carrying out.
To achieve this qualification, candidates must complete 4 mandatory units and 2 optional units and Core Skills at SCQF Level 4 in Numeracy and Information Communication and Technology.
Full details of the qualification can be found on the SQA or EAL Website as appropriate using the following link :
Full details of the Modern Apprenticeship framework can be found on the Skills Development Scotland Website using this link :
| Qualification | Modern Apprenticeship |
| SVQ Level | 2 |
| SCQF Level | 6 |
| Course Code | GH5Y 22 |
Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete all 4 Units:
| H5NA 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Support effective communication |
| H5NB 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals |
| H5L5 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Develop your own knowledge and practice |
| H5NC 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support the safeguarding of individuals |
Optional Units
Candidates must choose 2 units:
| H5ND 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to participate in recreational activities |
| H5NE 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Contribute to the implementation of care or support plan activities |
| H5NF 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to access information on services and facilities |
| H5NG 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support individuals in their daily living |
| H5NH 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to make journeys |
| H5NK 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to meet their domestic and personal needs |
| H5NL 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to take part in development activities |
| H5NM 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Support individuals during therapy sessions |
| H5NN 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Provide food and drink to promote individuals health and well-being |
| H5NP 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to eat and drink |
| H5NR 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Help individuals to maintain mobility |
| H5NS 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Help address the physical comfort needs of individuals |
| DK94 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Undertake agreed pressure area care |
| H5NT 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support individuals with their personal care needs |
| H5NV 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to manage continence |
| DK9J 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Maintain the feet of individuals who have been assessed as requiring help with general foot care |
| DL4A 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Assist in the administration of medication |
| H5NW 04 | 11 SCQF Credits | Support the rights and well-being of individuals when they undergo healthcare procedures |
| H5NX 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Contribute to moving and positioning individuals |
| H5NY& 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Monitor the condition of individuals |
| H5P0 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Support individuals to carry out their own healthcare and monitoring procedures |
| H5P1 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Support individuals who are distressed |
| H5P2 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Contribute to working in partnership with carers |
| H5P3 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Contribute to effective group care |
| H5P4 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Maintain safety and security when accessing individuals’ homes |
| H5P5 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Manage environments and resources for health care procedures in social care settings |
| DK4L 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Protect yourself from the risk of violence at work |
| H5P6 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Develop effective relationships with individuals |
| H5P9 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Uphold the rights of individuals |
| H5P7 04 | 10 SCQF Credits | Enable individuals to make their way around specific places |
| DK53 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Receive and store medication and products |
| DK9X 04 | 7 SCQF Credits | Obtain and test capillary blood samples |
| DK9Y 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Obtain and test specimens from individuals |
| H5PA 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Contribute to the care of a deceased person |
| H5PB 04 | 9 SCQF Credits | Contribute to the effectiveness of teams |
| H5PC 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Deal with messages and information |
| H5PD 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Support the safe use of materials and equipment |
| H5PE 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Support individuals in the community |
| H5PF 04 | 8 SCQF Credits | Receive visitors in health and social care settings |
| H5PG 04 | 7 SCQF Credits | Maintain a safe and clear environment |
Workplace Core Skills
| F42A 04 | Numeracy Level 4 |
| F42E 04 | Information and Communication Technology Level 4 |