Education and Training Go Global

Welcome to SQA International, a business area within SQA that works to support and develop education and training internationally. SQA International is a leader in identifying and addressing the challenges presented by the increasing globalisation of education and training. We are committed to playing our part in the development of learning, training and assessment across the world.

A growing number of overseas organisations now offer SQA qualifications. Other countries use our standards as a benchmark for developing their own systems and qualifications. We have a strong track record of sharing our expertise with governments, donor agencies and partners to support the development of education and training internationally.

Striving for the best in learning and assessment

SQA International has built a reputation for excellence in the field of learning and assessment. Action on three areas has contributed to this reputation. These are:

1. International benchmarking and intelligence
2. Promoting Scottish education and training worldwide
3. Supporting education and training development worldwide

Supporting reform in developing and transition countries

We are helping to improve educational standards across the world through services which include:

• International Consultancy
• International Awarding
• International Endorsement
• Study and Learning Visits
• Active participation in networking and knowledge sharing events