Futures in Early Learning and Childcare

At Aberlour Futures, we offer training and qualifications for the Early Learning and School-Aged Childcare workforce.

Proud to be a part of Aberlour Children’s Charity

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The training we offer

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Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs)

Accredited courses for professionals working in the early learning and school-aged childcare sector.

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Modern and Technical Apprenticeship programmes

Get the skills, experience and qualifications you need while working with our Modern and Technical Apprenticeship.

Modern Apprenticeships
Technical Apprenticeships
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Foundation Apprenticeship programmes

For Secondary school pupils in S5-S6 looking to kick start their career in childcare and gain workplace experience.

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Skills for Work

National 4 and 5 courses for secondary school pupils wanting to learn the basics of working with children and young people.

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ELC Continuing Professional Learning Courses

Browse our upcoming Continuing Professional Learning courses.

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Proud to work with

ELC Practitioners

Employers & Managers

Schools

Local Authorities

Out of
school care

Nurseries
and childminders

Voluntary Sector

Parents and Carers

Health and Social
Care Agencies

"The care and support I received from Aberlour to undertake the work, get to grips with technology was incredible. I never felt isolated, and my assessor was so warm and enthusiastic during our TEAMs calls I built confidence I didn’t know I had, and the award helped me gain invaluable experience to offer the best practice to my setting."

Kelly Rushton, EYLP (now SVQ Assessor)

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We deliver high quality training and qualifications which nurture a love of learning to build the skills, knowledge and practice of the children’s services workforce.

Latest news

Developing Effective Communication Skills

October 14, 2026
Before the October holidays, Foundation Apprentices studying Social Services: Children and Young People at Aberdeen Grammar School, Oldmachar Academy and St Machar Academy took part in practical learning activities focusing on effective communication. The students explored the importance of communicating clearly and learned that verbal communication is not always the best way to meet an…
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Asthma Awareness Training

October 14, 2026
At the start of the new school term our Foundation Apprentices studying Social Services: Children and Young People at Oldmachar Academy, Aberdeen Grammar School and St Machar Academy took part in training delivered by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. The students learned about common asthma triggers and the steps to take when supporting someone experiencing…
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SVQ Level 3 Funding Available for 16–24-Year-Olds

October 7, 2026
We have funded places available for our SVQ Level 3 in Social Services (Children & Young People) (SCQF Level 7) Modern Apprenticeship, for staff aged 16-19 and 20-24.   A Modern Apprenticeship is all about gaining real-life experience while getting the support they need to build a meaningful career in childcare.   One of our…
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Contact us

Get in touch to learn more about our qualifications or courses.

01224 347540
futures@aberlour.org.uk