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The library currently includes:
Consultations:
Handbook:
- SCQF Handbook Volume 1: (includes)
- SCQF Information
- SCQF Level Descriptors and Credit Points
- The Common Core Set of Guidelines
- Credit Rating Guidelines
- Credit Transfer Guidelines
- Appendices:
- The SCQF Level Descriptors
- Qualifications Awarded by SQA
- Qualifications Awarded by HEIs
- Glossary
- SCQF Handbook Volume 2: (includes)
- Common Set of Principles for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Guidelines for RPL
- Definitions of RPL
- Use of RPL within the context of the SCQF
- Who can undertake RPL?
- Benefits of RPL
- Core Principles of RPL
- RPL for Personal / Career Development (Formative RPL)
- RPL for Credit (Summative RPL)
- Glossary
Strategic plan
Publications:
Promotional Materials:
Workshops, Seminars and Conferences:
Scotland's Colleges
HE Sector
Health Sector
Social Services Sector
Community Learning and Development
Website Request Form
Strategic plan - executive summary
PDF (80KB)
Operational plan - executive summary
PDF (108KB)
SCQF update 8 - Autumn/Winter 2007
PDF (674KB)
In the Frame - news from the SCQF and Social Services Project: Issue 2, January 2007
PDF (319KB)
Awareness of the SCQF in the Community Learning and Development sector – an Interim Report
PDF (224KB)
Assessment Methods for Selected Short Courses
PDF (147KB)
Critical understanding of Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework within adult education in the voluntary sector
PDF (209KB)
Recognising Prior Learning in Community Learning and Development using the SCQF
PDF (253KB)
SCQF Handbook Volume 1: (includes)
- SCQF Information
- SCQF Level Descriptors and Credit Points
- The Common Core Set of Guidelines
- Credit Rating Guidelines
- Credit Transfer Guidelines
- Appendices:
- The SCQF Level Descriptors
- Qualifications Awarded by SQA
- Qualifications Awarded by HEIs
- Glossary
PDF (8.86MB)
SCQF Handbook Volume 2: (includes)
- Common Set of Principles for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Guidelines for RPL
- Definitions of RPL
- Use of RPL within the context of the SCQF
- Who can undertake RPL?
- Benefits of RPL
- Core Principles of RPL
- RPL for Personal / Career Development (Formative RPL)
- RPL for Credit (Summative RPL)
- Glossary
PDF (318KB)
The Handbook provides an overview of the main features of the SCQF and how it may be used to support Scotland’s lifelong learning goals. It describes the technicalities and use of the Framework and will be of interest to a wide range of practitioners in higher education, further education, schools, work-based training providers and employers.
SCQF Update 7: April 2007 - What's been happening with the SCQF since the Autumn 2006
PDF (185KB)
The Response of the SCQF Partnership to The Evaluation of the Achievements of the SCQF against the National Implementation Plan
Word document (109KB)
Evaluation of the Achievements of the SCQF against the National Implementation Plan: An Overview of Emerging Issues
This paper is designed to provide a brief, succinct overview of the key issues which have emerged from the evaluation under the headings: achievements; limitations; challenges for the future. It should be read alongside the more detailed evaluation report.
Word document (53KB)
SCQF Levels Descriptors Guidance for NHS 2007
The SCQF provides a national vocabulary for describing learning
opportunities so making the relationships between qualifications clearer.
It will clarify entry and exit points, help map routes for progression within and
across education and training sectors and increase the opportunities for
credit transfer. In these ways it will assist learners to plan their progress and
minimise duplication of learning.
PDF (1MB)
SCQF Valuing Your Learning RPL Guidance for NHS 2007
SCQF does provide opportunity for valuing all forms of learning through a
process called ‘Recognition of Prior Informal Learning’ (RPL). This guidance builds upon
that contained within the leafl et entitled “Recognition of Prior Informal Learning (RPL) A
Brief Overview for the NHS in Scotland” and has been put together to inform you about
RPL so that you, and others whenever appropriate, can value your learning. The guidance
will help you understand RPL, its uses and what you could do for RPL.
PDF (2.7MB)
NHS - SCQF Valuing Your Learning & RPL Leaflet 2007
Recognition of Prior Informal Learning (RPL) - A Brief Overview for the NHS in Scotland
PDF (1.3MB)
NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) Leaflet 2007
KSF defines and describes the knowledge and skills
which NHS staff (except doctors and dentists) need to
apply in their work in order to deliver quality services.
It provides a single, consistent, comprehensive and
explicit framework on which review and development
of all staff is based.
PDF (1.8MB)
SCQF NHS leaflet 2007
The SCQF has the potential to recognise learning from a range of experiences,
therefore it potentially reduces dependency on courses or programmes of
learning. However, where such courses and programmes are required, the SCQF
accords a meaningful value to the learning achieved.
PDF (5.5MB)
SCQF Partnership's response
Response to the Scottish Executive Consultation
Building on Success: a Discussion on Specific Issues related to Lifelong Learning in Scotland
Word document (145KB)
SQA Revise their Ready Reckoner Publication
The Scottish Credit and
Qualifications Framework
(SCQF) helps people to understand
and compare different
qualifications in Scotland.
PDF (112KB)
Understanding Qualifications: A Guide to the SCQF for Employers
PDF (286KB)
SCQF College Credit Rating: HMIE's Evaluation of Pilot Project
October 2006. This report evaluates the collective experience of the eight colleges who participated in the pilot project and makes recommendations for further development of credit rating in colleges."
PDF (333KB)
Information leaflet on the Colleges and universities national conference
The Scottish Credit and
Qualifications Framework
Colleges and universities national conference -
Working together to create new opportunities and meet new needs
PDF (85KB)
College Briefing
Download this document for an all round introduction to using the SCQF in colleges.
PDF (856KB)
Framework diagram
This poster illustrates the framework diagram.
PDF (90KB)
College Marketing and the SCQF
A guide for college marketing staff on using the SCQF in marketing processes.
PDF (208KB)
Qualifications Guide
Download this document for a thorough breakdown of the qualifications contained in the framework.
PDF (2644KB)
Staff brochure
A guide for all college staff on how to use the SCQF in all college processes.
PDF (291KB)
Student brochure
A guide for potential students thinking about college. Explains procedures and the SCQF.
PDF (375KB)
Credit-rating and levelling of Scottish Vocational Qualifications for the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework 2005–06
SQA, with funding from the Scottish Executive, contracted with nine Sector Skills Councils or other sector bodies, and 12 awarding bodies, with the aim of allocating an SCQF level to 24 SVQs and calculating their SCQF credit points. The SVQs selected are listed in Appendix 1, along with the list of participating organisations.
Word document (1.6MB)
SCQF RPL resource pack
The SCQF RPL resource pack has been developed to complement the SCQF RPL Guidelines and aims to support practitioners in the development and operation of RPL processes. This pack provides examples of practice (Part 1) and resources (Part 2) which have been provided by practitioners within organisations across the post-16 education and training sectors in Scotland.
Part 1 PDF (232KB)
Part 2 PDF (993KB)
Qualifications Can Cross Boundaries
Qualifications can cross
boundaries - a rough guide
to comparing qualifications
in the UK and Ireland
PDF (127KB)
HE Briefing Note
This briefing note is aimed at supporting all staff in Scottish higher education institutions (HEIs)
with direct involvement, or particular interest, in Scotland's framework for education, training and
lifelong learning - the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
HE Briefing Note No: 3 (March 2006)PDF (71KB)
HE Briefing Note No: 2 (November 2005) PDF (82KB)
HE Briefing Note No: 1 (March 2005) PDF (82KB)
Joint Advisory Seminar Report: 31 March 2006
Report on the Joint Advisory Seminar held at the Abode Hotel, Bath Street, Glasgow on the 31st March 2006.
PDF (220KB)
SCQF and NES Implementation 2006
An introduction for the NHS in Scotland. Marie Cerinus, Education Project Manager (SCQF), NHS Education for Scotland
PDF (75KB)
NHS SCQF presentation March 2006
PDF (75KB)
The NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF): Briefing Information for Education Providers, February 2006
What is the KSF? How will it be used? What does KSF mean for education providers to the NHS? Where can I find out more?
PDF (1.8MB)
NHS Education Scotland & SCQF - Masterclasses Report - March 2006
Three regional 'Masterclasses' were hosted in March 2006 for key delegates from NHS Boards to explore the SCQF in more detail and to help inform future project work streams.
Masterclass report
PDF (245KB)
The SCQF in some detail the morning session
PDF (129KB)
Presentation Skills for Health
PDF (537KB)
Presentation the Big Plus for Business
PDF (109KB)
The SCQF in more detail the afternoon session
PDF (65KB)
Scottish Credit and
Qualifications Framework SCQF Update 5 - April 2006
This has been an interesting year for the SCQF as we move towards the end of the period covered by the SCQF National Plan
for Implementation. This Update reports on these and other activities that have been carried out during the last year.
PDF (215KB)
In the Frame - news from the SCQF and Social Services Project: Issue 1, Spring 2006
The first edition of In the Frame. News from the SCQF and Social Services Project
PDF (340KB)
SCQF: Scotland's Framework for Lifelong Learning (2006)
The SCQF helps clarify entry and exit points to and
from programmes of learning, and routes for
progression, to other programmes and qualifications
by making the relationships between qualifications
clearer.
PDF (1.5MB)
Leaflet en français
PDF (1.6MB)
Leaftlet auf Deutsch
PDF (1.6MB)
Qualifications Frameworks in Europe Learning Across Boundaries - full report on the conference
Report of the Glasgow Conference, 22-23 September 2005, David Raffe, University of Edinburgh
PDF (1.5MB)
NHS Education for Scotland Conference Report
New opportunities: realising the potential of the SCQF and the Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) Dec 2005
PDF (3MB)
NHS leaflet 2006
The Scottish Credit and
Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
and the NHS in Scotland
PDF (433KB)
NHS Poster 2006
The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and the NHS in Scotland
PDF (617KB)
Website Request Form
Request template for additions to the SCQF website
PDF (45KB)
Achievement Counts: A Short Guide to the SCQF 2006
PDF (155KB)
SCQF Information Card - 2006
The SCQF is Scotland's qualifications
Framework which includes both
vocational and academic qualifications.
It is a tool that underpins and supports
lifelong learning in Scotland and
enables learners, learning providers and
employers to understand the full range
of Scottish qualifications and how they
relate to each other. The Framework
enables more flexible progression across
all learning sectors.
PDF (232KB)
SCQF's response to the European Qualifications Framework Consultation
Response to the Commission of the European Communities towards a European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning Reference: Brussels 8.7.2005 SEC (2005) 957
PDF (49KB)
Evaluation of the Impact of the SCQF - Report: Oct 2005
This study was commissioned by the Scottish Executive, Transport and Lifelong Learning Department and partners in SCQF; Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), Universities Scotland, and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), as an evaluation of the impact of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). The aims of this research were influenced by the fact that while implementation work is well underway, the SCQF is also in a development phase. This research therefore focuses upon the initial impact of the SCQF, the processes of implementation, and plans for the future use of the SCQF, taking account of its aims.
PDF (713KB)
Implementing the SCQF in the Healthcare Sector - draft agenda Dec 2005
New Opportunities: Realising the Potential of SCQF and KSF for Careers in NHS Scotland
PDF (75KB)
Implementing the SCQF in the Healthcare Sector - flyer Dec 2005
New opportunities: realising the potential
of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications
Framework (SCQF) and the Knowledge and
Skills Framework (KSF) in NHS workforce
development
PDF (1.3MB)
SCQF leaflet for the Social Services Sector Council
An introduction to the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework and Social Services
PDF (1MB)
SCQF Conference Report - “Leading the Way in Europe: the SCQF in the Social Services” - 2005
A one day conference was held at the Edinburgh Conference Centre, Heriot Watt University on 27 April 2005 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and its application within the social services sector.
PDF (82KB)
NHS Education for Scotland and the SCQF - Newsletter 1 June 2006
PDF (63KB)
Understanding the SCQF: an initial guide for those involved in Early Education and Childcare - 2004
An initial guide for those involved in Early Education and Childcare: in daycare settings, in out of school care and in playwork.
PDF (74KB)
Summary of the Credit Points for qualifications - November 2003
This is an extract from the Introduction to the SCQF and shows the credit points and levels for many mainstream Scottish qualifications as at November 2003.
PDF (25KB)
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