degree-level qualification for leaders and managers of the early years
and childcare workforce in Scotland.
Since 2011, it has been mandatory for those managing early years settings and out-of-school clubs to have or be working towards the BA in Childhood Practice.
The Scottish Social Services Commission (SSSC) commissioned the University of Edinburgh to carry out research on the impact the new degree was having on individuals who were doing it.
It follows the Making the Difference report from Education Scotland in 2012, which showed that changes to qualifications were making a difference to services on the ground.
The new report, Taking the First Steps - is Childhood Practice Working?, shows the benefits the Childhood Practice degree has had on early years workers' knowledge, confidence and leadership skills and how they work with children, parents and other professionals.
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