Empowering Social Care Professionals Through Person-Centred Learning
At Macmillan Centre for Learning, we believe that quality education begins with the individual. Our professional qualifications in social care—including the HNC Social Services and SVQs at SCQF Levels 7 and 9—are designed not only to meet the rigorous standards of the sector, but to reflect the values at its heart: empathy, dignity, and respect.
We take a person-centred approach to teaching, just as our learners are expected to do in practice. Whether you’re new to the field or advancing your career, our experienced educators tailor support to your learning style, goals, and lived experience. You’ll engage with real-world case studies, reflective practice, and evidence-based theory that prepares you to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Our qualifications are recognised across Scotland and align with national frameworks for care excellence. But more than that, they’re built around you—your growth, your confidence, and your future in social care. At Macmillan, learning is not just about gaining a certificate; it’s about becoming the kind of practitioner who brings compassion and competence to every interaction.
Join a learning community where your development matters as much as the people you’ll support. Let’s shape the future of care, together.
Important
Ensure you have read the information at: https://www.macmillancentreforlearning.co.uk/understanding-svq-qualifications/ before applying to ensure you are ready for assessment
Please read the document in the link below for a better understanding of the Qualifications and the costs:
Macmillan Centre for Learning: Qualification Information
The document above explains the qualifications Macmillan Centre for Learning deliver, provides examples of timeframes and schedule, and also provides information on the cost of the qualifications.
| Qualification Title | Code | SCQF Level |
| HNC Social Services | GK89 15 | 7 |
| NextGen: HNC Social Services | GT6N 47 | 7 |
| SVQ 2 Social Services and Healthcare | GH5Y 22 | 6 |
| SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People) | GH5W 23 | 7 |
| SVQ 3 Social Services and Healthcare | GH60 23 | 7 |
| SVQ 3 Integrated Health and Social Care | GV7A 23 | 7 |
| SVQ 4 Social Services (Children and Young People) | GH5X 24 | 9 |
| SVQ 4 Social Services and Healthcare | GH61 24 | 9 |
| PDA Health and Social Care Supervision | GVNA 47 | 7 |
| Care Services Leadership and Management Award | GV9V 24 | 10 |
To begin your Qualification Application Process follow this link: MCLQAP
We look forward to hearing from you!