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Guidance on NOS Consultation in Scotland (February 2011)

As you will be aware, the new NOS quality assurance procedure requires SSCs to demonstrate nation specific consultation with employers and key stakeholders in relation to the review and development of NOS. In Scotland, NOS are used as the basis for development of Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and other competence based qualifications. As such, Scottish legislation and regulatory or other specific nation requirements need to be reflected in the final NOS. Scottish Government requires SQA Accreditation to ensure that Scottish employers are consulted and that their industry needs are reflected in the final NOS.

To assist SSCs with the completion of the Employer and Stakeholder Engagement Forms for Scotland (forms A and B), SQA Accreditation have developed the attached guidance. This provides examples of the evidence required by SQA Accreditation Managers. Should you require clarification of any aspect of this document, please contact your SQA Accreditation Manager who will be happy to help.

Guidance on NOS Consultation in Scotland (36 KB)