SVQ Level 3 Social Services & Healthcare
SVQ Level 3 is generally suited to experienced workers who routinely take responsibility beyond their own direct care practice.
SVQ Level 3 at a glance
Who is SVQ Level 3 for?
SVQ Level 3 is designed for experienced practitioners whose role involves taking an active part in planning, decision-making and the wider delivery of care and support.
Typical roles may include:
Level 3 may not be appropriate if you…
• have greater responsibility for care & support decisions
• coordinate or review aspects of care and support
• undertake significant key-working responsibilities
• support or influence the practice of others
• exercise greater autonomy within your role
Level 3 may not be the most appropriate if you…
• deliver direct care within a clearly defined role
• follow agreed plans and procedures
• make routine day-to-day decisions
• contribute information and observations
• seek guidance for decisions outside your role
What kind of practice will I need to demonstrate?
A Level 3 candidate requires regular opportunities to demonstrate practice such as:
• exercising professional judgement and responsibility
• contributing to the planning, review and decisaion-making
• recognising to changes in needs, risks or circumstances
• contributing to risk assessment and safe working
• working collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals
• supporting consistency good practice
• contributing to improvement and development
How does assessment work?
You will work with your assessor to plan suitable assessment activity, gather evidence from your day-to-day role and demonstrate the knowledge, judgement and competence required by the qualification.
SVQ assessment is built around your real workplace practice rather than a final exam.