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SQA - Competence in Energy

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SQA is Scotland's national body responsible for the development, accreditation and certification of qualifications, other than degrees. Employers in Scotland are already well aware of our Higher National Qualifications (HNCs & HNDs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and appreciate their values. Now Scotland is recognised throughout the world as a centre of excellence in education and training.

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A growing number of overseas organisations are offering SQA qualifications and are using our standards, as a benchmark. Our ambition is to build on this so that SQA is regarded as an international leader in learning and assessment.

SQA can offer a full range of qualifications which are fit for purpose for the training and development needs of a wide range of occupational sectors, including the Oil and Gas industry

Oil and Gas Qualifications Website

Due to the wide range of job roles and demands in this industry, SQA have created a searchable database that allows you to browse through our suite of qualifications and match skills and criteria to your chosen career path or workforce requirement.


SQA - Oil and Gas

Our qualifications are based on competence standards established by OPITO, the Body with responsibility for Standards Setting in the Oil and Gas industry.


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HNC/HND in Petroleum Process Technology, Operations and Control at SCQF levels 7 and 8


Tailor for YOU

SQA qualifications are designed to promote capability, knowledge and understanding of the Oil and Gas industry. We also offer the flexibility to repackage our qualifications, tailoring them to meet your more specific demands and ensuring your workforce are trained to the most exacting standards.


Contact SQA now

SQA's home and international expertise in qualifications for the Oil and Gas industry is now available to you, right on your doorstep. Why not contact us now and find out what we can do for you and your company?

Contact the specialist team for Oil and Gas qualifications, e-mail: oilandgas@sqa.org.uk or call the Business Development & Customer Support Team, Tel: 0303 333 0330 (UK calls), or +44 (0)141 282 6500 (international calls).