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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Multi-disciplinary safeguarding training

Find out about a range of multi-agency GIRFEC and child protection training 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

Aberlour Futures Boosts Effective Communication Skills at Fersands Nursery

November 6, 2024
Aberlour Futures recently hosted an engaging workshop on Effective Communication for staff at Fersands Nursery in Aberdeen. The session delved into the crucial role of effective communication in managing behaviour and emotions. Participants explored: The Power of Effective Communication: Learning essential techniques to foster positive interactions. Common Communication Barriers: Understanding the obstacles that hinder clear…
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Aberlour Futures Delivers Interactive Workshops for Little Clouds Nursery

October 17, 2024
Little Clouds Nursery in Aberdeen welcomed back Aberlour Futures for another engaging training day. Tailored to their needs, the workshops covered 3 key areas: Block Play, Story Lines, and Enabling Environments, providing the staff with valuable insights and practical skills. Block Play: This workshop looked at how to enhance play areas to make them more…
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A great opportunity for individuals aged 16-24 working in childcare

October 8, 2024
We’re delighted to announce that we are holding our next virtual training session on 2nd November for childcare professionals interested in completing our Modern Apprenticeship programme in Social Services (Children and Young People). Do you have staff that could enhance their childcare career through a Modern Apprenticeship? Our Readiness for Assessment training is a preparation…
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Contact us

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

01224 518571
futures@aberlour.org.uk