Early Learning and Childcare Academy - starts on 24 August 2026
Join one of our most popular vocational training and build a career where no two days are the same! Early Learning and Childcare Academy is back!
This 2-week, fully funded, entry-level course offers participants an opportunity to gain practical skills, industry knowledge, SQA accredited qualification as well as support with CV and interview preparation. On successful completion, participants will be linked with recruiting employers! Available roles: Early Years and/or Playworker, full-time and part-time.
Ready to start a rewarding career? Don't miss out - apply now!
Course content
Knowledge and learning from the NQ Process of Play (SCQF5)
Effective Communication
Child Protection
Infection Control
CV development and interview preparation
Interviews with recruiting employers for all successful candidates
This course is available to the City of Edinburgh residents, aged 16 or over, with the Right to Work in the UK, not in full-time education, confident in using English (at least intermediate level).
Training Partner: Direct Partners
Where: 6-8 Dewar Place Lane, Edinburgh, EH3 8EF
When: 24 August – 4 September 2026
Times: 9.30am – 1.30pm, Monday - Thursday
Costs: Free
When applying, please select 'Early Learning and Childcare' as answer to Question 25 in the Training Sectors section on the Application Form. This information is required - applications without it may not be considered for this course.
Applications that meet Eligibility criteria will be shared with the training provider for further assessment through direct contact with candidates. Afterwards, the training provider will make the final decision on enrolments.
Please note that the course modules may be subject to change based on employer needs and role requirements.