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Why does Scotland need a framework of levels and credits?

The framework shows that qualifications are broadly comparable (though this does not mean they are equivalent) by describing them using a common language of level and credit.

The SCQF supports the Scottish Government’s lifelong learning strategy and - now that there’s more mobility of learners and workers across the UK, Europe and internationally - qualification frameworks are the method by which learning will be understood globally.

SCQF information will be useful to holders of the Scottish Qualifications Certificate (SQC) so they can explain to employers and training providers how their qualifications compare to other qualifications.

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