Hertfordshire Work With Parents Level 3 Award
Frequently Asked Questions
- If I have done SWiS Parent Support do I need to do the Level 3 WWP?
- If I have done the Level 2 Facilitator training will this count toward the Level 3 WWP?
- If I have done a Level 3 WWP through another awarding body do I still need to do the C&G course?
- Do I have to be running groups to do this training?
- If I have trained to deliver a NAPP approved evidence based parenting course do I need to do the WWP course too?
- If I choose not to take up this training, how will this affect me?
- If I only deliver parenting support on a 1-1 basis do I need to do this course?
- I am a PSW and I run a support group and hope to run parenting courses, should I be doing this course?
- I only work a 15 hour week so it is not possible for me to spend 14 hours a week with parents, can I still apply?
1. If I have done SWiS Parent Support do I need to do the Level 3 WWP?
You would need to do the Level 3 WWP if you are running parenting programmes or parenting support groups. The SWiS course will have covered what is needed if you work individually with parents. As you have already done much of the WWP course, you might consider waiting a year until the courses have developed further, when a single unit covering Unit 308 (Working with Groups of Parents) may become available.
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2. If I have done the Level 2 Facilitator training will this count toward the Level 3 WWP?
If you have done the level 2 course you will probably have started running groups already and this experience will stand you in good stead for the course, as you will need to run a course during or shortly after the taught section in order to complete your portfolio. Although there will be some familiar elements from the level 2 course, this level of award requires more in-depth evidence of understanding, knowledge and skills and you will need to gather new evidence of your abilities to achieve the accreditation.
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3. If I have done a Level 3 WWP through another awarding body do I still need to do the C&G course?
We will need to see your certificate and the content of the units in order to understand how this fits with the City and Guilds Units we are offering.
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4. Do I have to be running groups to do this training?
Yes. This training includes the unit 308 working with groups. You will need to be involved in running at least one parenting support group or parenting programme to complete the qualification.
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5. If I have trained to deliver a NAPP approved evidence based parenting course do I need to do the WWP course too?
Yes, definitely. Evidence based parenting programme training develops knowledge of the programme and how to deliver it. This course is designed to complement this learning enabling you to be an effective and competent practitioner in running groups and working with individual parents.
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6. If I choose not to take up this training, how will this affect me?
Hertfordshire County Council is keen to promote good working practices. In the ideal world they would like all those who work with parents to have at least a level 3 relevant qualification. Those of you who are looking to become quality assured providers or who wish to obtain HCC funding will need to complete this qualification.
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7. If I only deliver parenting support on a 1-1 basis do I need to do this course?
If you do not already have a relevant level 3 qualification this course will support your work whether or not you are delivering support on a 1-1 or group basis. However, during the course you will need to be able to deliver parenting support in a group setting in order to evidence your learning.
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8. I am a PSW and I run a support group and hope to run parenting courses, should I be doing this course?
PSW who are involved in running parenting programmes should be able to access the WWP training, however it should be noted that Hertfordshire County Council role specifications indicate that PSW should not be delivering parenting support programmes.
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9. I only work a 15 hour week so it is not possible for me to spend 14 hours a week with parents, can I still apply?
If you spend two fifths or more of you time in your role in face to face contact with parents this will be sufficient to meet the requirements.
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