The following nebosh award qualification is rated at level 5 in the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf, from 1 january 2012. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf brings together all mainstream scottish qualifications. Through the scqf, learners can gain a better understanding of qualifications and plan their future. This page provides information on the scqf and shows how its levels compare with the qualifications and credit framework used within england, wales and northern ireland and the european qualifications framework used in mainland europe. It provides a shared context for learning in scotland. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf promotes lifelong. A relevant svq or alternative competency based qualifications core skills industry specific training. The foundation apprenticeship framework has been updated to include this new version of the unit. Scqf level 5 at a glance qualification delivery method. Your assessor will explain anything in this unit that you do not understand. One scqf credit point represents an average of 10 hours of learning time.
Scottish modern apprenticeships standard framework template october 2020 page 5 diagram showing the contents of the modern apprenticeship in accounting at scqf level 6 duration the framework should take between 912 months to complete. Using the scqf you can find out about and compare qualifications in scotland. The framework also includes all five core skills, with the level being raised from that of the previous framework. Its supported by industry good practice guidance, training and certification and. Equine science programme pathways university of edinburgh. It covers achievements such as those from school, college, university, and many workbased qualifications. Building the resilience of nations and communities to disasters. An introduction to the scottish credit and qualifications framework. Table 1 the scottish credit and qualifications framework. Scqf handbook scottish credit and qualifications framework.
Network defenders should be empowered to drive capabilities forward how they see fit. It is expected that apprentices following this framework will take 3 years to complete including offthejob training. The referencing is undertaken jointly by the staff of the qualifications framework secretariat qfs in hong kong and the scqfp, with the objectives of improving the understanding of hong kong. The level descriptors outline the general outcomes of learning at scqf levels under five broad headings. Along with the level descriptors, they allow learners, learning providers and employers to compare different qualifications at the same or even different levels. This is the philosophy upon which, fsf was designed. Credit rating of sqa accredited qualifications for the. The european qualifications framework eqf and the framework for qualifications of the european higher education area fqehea also known as the bologna framework. One point represents a notional 10 hours of study by the learner at the identified level.
The old version may still be used, as indicated in the table below grey text. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf helps to make the relationships between qualifications clearer. It does this by giving each qualification a level and a number of credit points. Correspondences between uk and irish frameworks with. Levels 112 show how complex the learning of a quali.
Sqa advanced diploma in administration and information. Svq 3 in business and administration at scqf level 6. The nfq is a relatively loose framework, in the sense that it does not impose tightly prescriptive. United kingdom scotland european inventory on nqf 2016. Credit points are a way of showing how much time it takes, on average, to complete a qualification or learning programme. As parents, its natural to try to relate your childs school experience to your own, but the scottish education system has changed a lot since you were at school. Following the revision of the scqf level descriptors in 2012 and development work culminating in the publication of the new scqf handbook in 2015, a pilot project was undertaken in 201516 to. The scqf the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf was one of the first comprehensive national qualifications frameworks nqfs, and it is widely perceived as one of the most successful young, 2005. The management apprenticeships are pan sector frameworks which are relevant to micro, small, medium and large organisations working within the public, private. The curriculum framework and the qualifications system will provide a range of opportunities to meet the needs of all learners, whether aspiring to achievements at scqf level 1 or at scqf level 7. This policy on scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf third party credit rating ensures that the university provides third parties with a robust credit rating service that satisfies scqf requirements. The framework uses two measures to position and compare scottish qualifications and. Scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf what is the scqf.
Scqf is a way of comparing scottish qualifications. As most emergencies are context specific, actions mentioned below except steps 1 and 2 do not follow a particular sequence and can be tailored to the ground situation. Mobile users please swipe left to open the framework and tap on qualification for information. The scottish qualifications framework scqf was originally introduced in 2001 and has since been gradually revised and refined. Before registering on this qualification you must first have achieved the following. Scottish modern apprenticeships business administration january 2017 page 2. Customer service at scqf level 5 framework document for scotland skills cfa april 2017 skills cfa unit 110 print rooms 164 180 union street london se1 0lh. Doctorate at least 540 credits of which a minimum of 420 are at scqf level 12 engd 720 credits of which at least 540 are at scqf level 12. Of the remaining 180 credits 150 should be at scqf level 11 or above phd with integrated study 720 credits of which at least 540 are at scqf level 12. Core skills apply to a wide range of contexts in education and training, in life, and in work.
Certification is required for all professional forestry and arboriculture operations. Fsf is a modular, recursive file scanning solution. Clarifying the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf levels of qualifications the scqf was introduced in 2001 and it provides levels for the wide range of qualifications that can be attained in scotland. Qualifications in the scqf are compared using two measures. Benchmarking the standards in social work education.
Scottish credit and qualifications framework wikipedia. National qualifications frameworks in the united kingdom. Viewers are triggered via ahah calls without page reloads. The level of a qualification shows how difficult the learning is. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf is a way of comparing scottish qualifications. It is the latest in a series of measures o unify the scottish education system. Framework developments will also enable the system to give credit to prior and experiential learning.
The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf. It was created by bringing together all scottish mainstream and nonmainstream qualifications into a single unified framework. Credit points indicatethevolume oflearningrequiredtoachieve aqualification. Information and communication technology scqf level 5 2 what is this core skills unit about. For sqa qualifications, reference to the scqf levels and credit points will be made in course arrangements documents, unit specifications, and.
Scqf also illustrates the relationships between scottish qualifications and those in the rest of the uk, europe and beyond, which can clarify international progression routes and credit transfer. Business administration at scqf level 5 framework document for scotland skills cfa april 2017 skills cfa unit 110 print rooms 164 180 union street london se1 0lh. Sendai framework for disaster risk reduction 2015 2030. Referencing report of the scottish credit and qualifications. It enables students, educators, employers and employees to understand and compare the full range of scottish qualifications and how these qualifications relate to each other. Nebosh award in health and safety at work scqf level 5 is comparable to nqfqcf level 2 in england, wales and northern ireland, or gcse standard. Scqf 5 svq 2, scqf 67 svq 3, scqf 89 svq 4 and scqf 10 svq 5. National qualifications framework developments in europe 2017.
National qualifications frameworks in ireland and scotland. Research degrees master of philosophy mphil and doctor of. One unit must be achieved from each group and an additional unit from any group. Framework for first aid actions based on the guiding principles listed above, fac has developed a framework for providing first aid to cultural heritage see diagram below. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf is scotlands national qualifications framework. Research skills scqf level 7 unit support notes are offered as guidance and are not mandatory.
Scottish modern apprenticeships customer service january 2017 page 2 contents modern apprenticeships in scotland 3. This 2015 edition of the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf handbook. The framework provides the language used to describe all learning. Further information can be found at the scqf website 2. Overview this policy outlines the universitys approach to and procedure for scqf third party credit rating. Through this framework you can find out about qualifications in scotland and plan your future learning. Company limited by guarantee, registered in scotland 311573 a registered scottish charity sc03958. It does this by giving each qualification a level and credit points.
Qualifications framework scqf helps people to understand and compare different qualifications in scotland. Svq 2 scqf level 5 or alternative competence based qualifications each modern apprentice is required to achieve one of the following level. Scottish modern apprenticeships standard framework template april 2014 page 2 contents modern apprenticeships in scotland 3. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf aims to become the national language which will describe all qualifications in scotland in terms of levels and credit points. Apr 17, 2008 all derived files are listed and can be downloaded. Carry out maintenance of chainsaw and cutting system. A foundation apprenticeship in information technology at. Table 1 the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf. Scottish credit and qualifications framework partnership. The scqf is an open framework in that it explicitly addresses the private sector and employers, and encourages these to have their training provisions recognised under the framework, through thirdparty credit rating. Since the company was created in november 2006, it has aimed to. While the exact time allocated to this unit is at the discretion of the centre, the notional design length is 40 hours. Scqf has been referenced to the european qualifications framework eqf, so you can compare qualifications to european countries who have their own qualifications framework.
The scqf is managed by the scottish credit and qualifications framework partnership scqf partnership. This framework, although a destination in its own right, also underpins the level 3 modern apprenticeship and offers. If a file is a plain text or has a plain text derivative, it is indexed and can be searched based on content. The nqf was introduced to help employers compare the many hundreds of qualifications available in england, wales and northern ireland. This unit is about using effective ict skills to access, process, and present information in workplace situations. For more information, please visit the scqf website at. Kong qualifications framework hkqf and the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf. The scottish credit and qualifications framework partnership promotes lifelong learning in the country. National qualifications framework developments in europe 2017 luxembourg.
The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf is scotlands national credit recognition and transfer system covering all levels of qualifications. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf supports individual. The central aims of the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf are to. The curriculum in the senior phase comprises more than programmes which lead to qualifications. Degree regulations and programmes of study postgraduate. An introduction to the scottish credit and qualifications. The scqf level descriptors describe in broad terms what learners should be able to do or demonstrate at a particular level. The framework will continue to develop and expand to include other kinds of quali. Within europe, two overarching qualifications frameworks exist to which the national qualifications frameworks of the uk and ireland relate.
Maritime occupations at scqf level 5 framework document for scotland maritime skills alliance october 2016 maritime skills alliance 16 st maryathill london, ec3r 8ef. The framework for higher education qualifications of degreeawarding bodies in england, wales and northern ireland which applies to england, wales and. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf helpspeopletounderstand andcomparedifferent qualificationsinscotland. Information skills for a 21st century scotland files. We assigned scqf levels to the qualifications found on the residential child care workforce data, using the following.
The hfa was conceived to give further impetus to the global work under the international framework for action for the international decade for natural disaster reduction of 1989. The scqf level descriptors level descriptors are fundamental to the scqf. An updated report for referencing the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf to the european qualifications framework eqf was presented in december 2018. The scottish credit and qualifications framework partnership scqfp was set up as a company and charity in 2006, formally independent of national education and. Attainment, leaver destinations and healthy living. The level descriptors are the building blocks with which the scqf is constructed and, as the framework itself seeks to be utilised in the widest possible range of assessed learning in scotland, they need to be inclusive. Ma in customer service scqf level 5 microcom training. Gl54 46 foundation apprenticeship in information technology. And do you know how the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf helps young people as they move through school, college, university and the workplace. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf is the national credit transfer system for all levels of qualifications in scotland. The scqf is the responsibility of a partnership involving the scottish government, the scottish qualifications authority sqa, the quality assurance agency for higher education qaa scotland, colleges scotland, and.
Software development group award title unit title scqf level scqf credit points gl4w 46 npa in software. Research skills scqf level 7 6 support notes unit title. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf was first referenced to the european qualifications framework eqf in 200910. The honours degree levels of the two frameworks are considered to be in. Overview in brief our course will enable you to prove your knowledge, understanding and competence in a key area of forestry and arboriculture work. This framework, although a destination in its own right, also underpins the level 3 modern apprenticeship and offers opportunities for progression, driving up completion and achievement rates at both levels. The uk quality code for higher education quality code is the definitive reference point. It was developed in 2001 to provide an agreed means of recognising and valuing learning. Scottish credit and qualifications framework third party. Services and partnerships international services and study visits. Scqf level 45 national certificate built environment scqf level 6 hnc construction management scqf level 7 hnd construction management scqf level 8 bsc construction management scqf level 910 enter into scqf level 89 articulation year 2 articulation year 3 school or college. National qualifications framework nqf was a former qualification framework developed for qualifications in england, wales and northern ireland, which was in use until 2008.
The scqf scottish credit and qualifications framework is the qualification reference framework used within scotland. Scqf levels are indicated in all qualification documents awarded. Ma in customer service scqf level 5 to achieve the svq in customer service at scqf level 5 you must complete seven units. Information and communication technology scqf level 5 workplace. The sendai framework is the successor instrument to the hyogo framework for action hfa 20052015. The scqf is scotlands national qualification framework. The scottish credit and qualifications framework has 12 levels.
By raising the core skill requirement we hope to attract and develop a higher calibre of modern apprentices with the. Each unit is assigned an agreed number of scqf credit points. Within an integrated framework, these level descriptors provide a common vocabulary to assist with the comparison of qualifications and learning. The scqf is the national qualifications framework for scotland. A foundation apprenticeship in engineering at scqf level 6. The scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf was originally introduced in 2001. The foundation apprenticeship in engineering involves around 87 scqf credits 870 notional learning hours and is higher than many other sectors. The different levels indicate the level of difficulty of a particular qualification. Crosscut timber using a chainsaw fell and process trees up to 380m introduction. The scottish credit and qualifications framework partnership and scqfp the education bureau of the government of the hong kong special edb administrative regionhksar of the peoples republic of china signed a memorandum of understanding in 2012. The scqf also helps to illustrate the relationships between scottish qualifications and those in the rest of the uk, europe and beyond, which can clarify opportunities for international progression routes and credit transfer. Scotlands framework for lifelong learning the scottish credit and qualifications framework scqf is scotlands national qualifications framework.
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