http://www.sqa.org.uk SQA Categorised News RSS Feed en http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/57375.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/57375.html Scottish Apprenticeship Week celebrates the value Modern Apprenticeships bring to employers, to the economy and to the lives of those who are building a successful career from the skills they are learning. More and more employers are showing their support for Scottish Apprenticeship Week and demonstrating the value Modern Apprentices bring to their businesses. Mon, 21 May 2012 11:00:19 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/57230.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/57230.html The final documents new National Qualifications are available to download now and copies will be issued to centres shortly. Fri, 4 May 2012 12:21:23 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/57095.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/57095.html SQA and Education Scotland have reached two major milestones in the introduction of Scotland's new National Qualifications. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:09:34 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/56955.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/56955.html The Personal Finance Award is one of SQA’s most popular and successful qualifications delivered by more than 150 centres across Scotland every year.  It is assessed online using SQA’s SOLAR e-assessment system. (www.sqasolar.org.uk) Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:07:01 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48706.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48706.html Read our latest update on the new National Qualifications. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:45:46 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48678.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48678.html SQA has signed a five-year assessment agreement with BTL Group Ltd Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:22:56 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48662.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48662.html SQA launches two new Scottish Baccalaureate qualifications in Expressive Arts and Social Science. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:35:43 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48646.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48646.html Talented artists from across Midlothian gathered to see their work exhibited for the first time. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:25:49 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48516.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48516.html SQA has added three new awards to its portfolio of health and social care qualifications. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:56:45 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48518.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48518.html SQA has signed an agreement to develop the next generation of Computing and IT qualifications. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:02:31 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48413.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48413.html Access qualifications being developed to support Curriculum for Excellence will be called Nationals. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:47:31 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48388.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48388.html Draft Course and Unit Support Notes for Higher are now available. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:08:35 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48279.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48279.html Draft Course and Unit Support Notes for National 4 and National 5 and draft Course Assessment Specifications for Higher are now available Wed, 1 Feb 2012 11:45:24 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48156.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48156.html An International Oracle Academy event is being held for the first time in Scotland. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:05:09 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48140.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48140.html New case studies coming to NAR in January. Thu, 5 Jan 2012 14:06:56 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48132.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48132.html Latest draft documents for Access 2, Access 3 and Awards now published. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:58:48 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/16361.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/16361.html Status Report and Development Schedule for NQ Group Awards: National Certificates and NPAs. The most recent National Qualification Group Award (NQGA) Status Report is now available.  This report will be updated and published on the website monthly. Fri, 9 Dec 2011 15:28:29 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48092.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48092.html The CFE Event on 9 December at Stirling Management Centre will go ahead as planned. Thu, 8 Dec 2011 11:54:16 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48088.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/48088.html East Kilbride secondary to host  teacher training event in the new year. Wed, 7 Dec 2011 14:51:09 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47995.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47995.html Our first curriculum area event in partnership with Education Scotland gets underway today. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:55:21 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47993.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47993.html Draft Course Assessment Specifications for National 5 and draft Unit Specifications for Higher have now been published. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:04:03 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/35666.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/35666.html As an organisation that aims to continually evolve and embrace change we are pleased to announce a new department within SQA - the New Ventures Team. The team aims to facilitate the development of effective partnerships and leveraging of capability, engaging with colleagues to assure the relevance of SQA and its offerings into the future. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:05:23 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47860.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47860.html From Thursday 17 November, SQA staff based at our facility at Ironmills Road in Dalkeith will begin moving to our new purpose built offices on the outskirts of the town. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 16:25:36 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47839.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47839.html After 40 years in Dalkeith, SQA is getting ready to move. Fri, 4 Nov 2011 11:14:28 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47835.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47835.html Have your say on the latest draft documents for the new qualifications. Thu, 3 Nov 2011 14:24:18 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47512.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47512.html We have published the latest draft documents for Scotland's new qualifications. Thu, 3 Nov 2011 14:13:46 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47667.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47667.html Latest update from SQA on the new National Qualifications and resources available to teachers and practitioners. Thu, 3 Nov 2011 14:13:04 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47762.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47762.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is launching twelve new Gaelic language qualifications at the Royal National Mòd in Stornoway. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:29:03 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47691.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47691.html A number of key actions to build on the momentum of Curriculum for Excellence have been announced by Education Secretary, Michael Russell. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:10:14 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47718.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47718.html The National Assessment Resource (NAR) has been enhanced and many new features added. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:25:11 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47659.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47659.html Latest news from SQA on Curriculum for Excellence, the new National Qualifications and the support available to teachers, practitioners, parents and employers. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:34:52 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47520.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47520.html SQA will be attending this year’s Offshore Europe exhibition as part of the International Energy Skills and Training Alliance (IESTA) stand at location 1D80. Fri, 2 Sep 2011 09:31:12 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42807.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42807.html SQA welcomes the Curriculum for Excellence Management Board's proposals for the formal recognition of literacy and numeracy through the new qualifications system. Fri, 5 Aug 2011 12:09:21 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47255.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47255.html SQA announces details of the 2011 National Course results. Thu, 4 Aug 2011 11:03:07 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47124.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47124.html SQA staff hand over a cheque for almost £5,000 to an Edinburgh children's charity. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:10:43 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47040.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47040.html SQA and the Scottish FA have announced the launch of the a new Refereeing Professional Development Award Fri, 8 Jul 2011 11:03:18 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46733.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46733.html Draft Course Rationales and Summaries for the new Higher qualifications are now available on the SQA website. Mon, 4 Jul 2011 13:59:40 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46945.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46945.html Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:38:52 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46892.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46892.html Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:29:00 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/32859.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/32859.html Until now MySQA has been about registering online to get your exam results by e-mail and text — if you’re sitting exams next year you can still sign up for this service. MySQA is now about more than just getting your exam results — when you login you’ll be able to see all your qualification information. This means that you can track progress towards your qualifications and have a permanent online record of all your SQA qualifications (from 1995 onwards). Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:15:11 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46852.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46852.html SQA recognises the winners of the Midlothian Art Challenge Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:13:39 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46754.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46754.html Staff from SQA's Glasgow Informal Committee have helped to raise thousands of pounds for Yorkhill Children's Foundation.   Fri, 3 Jun 2011 16:25:29 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46427.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46427.html The latest draft documents for the new qualifications are now available. Mon, 9 May 2011 16:46:18 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46364.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46364.html A new online Qualification Comment Form is now available. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:20:13 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46262.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46262.html There has been some press coverage recently about the number of SCQF credit points awarded to Grade 'D' at Higher. Here is the official position.   Fri, 8 Apr 2011 14:39:25 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46185.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46185.html SQA recently held regional CfE implementation events for head teachers and senior management teams across Scotland. Thu, 7 Apr 2011 10:14:59 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46184.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46184.html Senior SQA staff visited the site of our new offices at Shawfair Business Park, to see how work has progressed since construction began last year. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 09:12:40 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46164.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46164.html SQA has launched its Gaelic Language Plan. Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:19:22 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46174.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46174.html The Internal Verification: A Guide for Centres offering SQA Qualifications is intended to provide support for all centres involved in the internal quality assurance of SQA qualifications. It explains the purpose of internal verification and contains information on specific aspects of internal verification. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:40:00 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46178.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46178.html SQA staff have promoted the Fairtrade concept this week through a variety of activities. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:25:25 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46163.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46163.html A new Professional Development Award in Childhood Practice at Level 9 has now been launched. Fri, 4 Mar 2011 15:09:04 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46139.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/46139.html SQA are delighted to launch a new resource called Craft Projects. Wed, 23 Feb 2011 12:37:29 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45980.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45980.html The next stage of qualifications development is the publication of draft Course Rationale and Summary documents for National 4 and National 5. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 13:42:15 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45982.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45982.html Sign up to our free Internet Safety taster course! Mon, 31 Jan 2011 13:40:19 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/43562.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/43562.html We are delighted to announce that we have developed a Diploma in Professional Financial Advice, to meet the regulatory requirements of the Financial Services Authority's Retail Distribution Review (RDR). The diploma has been accredited at level 4 of the Qualfications and Credit Framework (QCF) and is approved by the FSA and the Financial Services Skills Council (FSSC). Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:13:06 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45387.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45387.html SQA has announced a working partnership with the Institute of Financial Planning and Calibrand Limited, offering all IFP members the chance to study the SQA Diploma in Professional Financial Advice. Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:15:44 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45558.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45558.html We are delighted to announce that SQA and LearnTPM Ltd have won the ICT Education Partnership Award at the prestigious 2011 BETT Awards. The award was won for the development and delivery of GamesSpace. Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:40:23 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45479.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45479.html Guidance for 2011 exams in the event of bad weather conditions. Fri, 7 Jan 2011 09:20:58 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45428.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45428.html We are sorry to advise delegates that the above event has now been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Mon, 6 Dec 2010 09:36:43 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45423.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45423.html SQA's GamesSpace tool has won an award for promoting a European funded project in Scotland. Thu, 2 Dec 2010 10:05:27 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45422.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45422.html We are sorry to advise delegates that the above event has now been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions.  However this event will be rescheduled and take place in March 2010. All delegates who have booked on the event will be informed of the new date in due course. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:06:35 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45400.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45400.html The Safe Road User Award is helping to support Road Safety Week. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:56:43 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42489.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42489.html A new leaflet and newsletter outlines LTS's support to the education community with implementing Curriculum for Excellence. Wed, 24 Nov 2010 09:36:29 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45339.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45339.html Education and training success stories have been celebrated at this year's SQA Star Awards. Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:12:16 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45228.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45228.html Tell us what you think of the redesigned SQA website. Your feedback is an invaluable resource and will help inform any future changes and developments to the site. Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:45:37 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45224.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45224.html The independent Review Group set up by SQA and Scotland's Colleges to examine the assessment and quality assurance of the Higher Mental Health Care qualification is now publishing its findings. Mon, 1 Nov 2010 16:44:13 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45196.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/45196.html SQA's new Curriculum for Excellence Liaison Team will provide a dedicated resource for every school, college and Local Education Authority throughout Scotland. Tue, 26 Oct 2010 16:22:25 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/1372.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/1372.html This catalogue listed all Higher National Units, including Graded Units. It included both  consortium-developed Units (Units in popular subject areas which are developed directly under the management and guidance of SQA) and specialist Units (Units devised by an individual centre or small group of centres and validated by SQA to meet a specific need). Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:26:46 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/44989.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/44989.html SQA has won the Happiest Healthiest Workplace Award at the Glasgow Business Awards 2010. Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:34:50 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/14270.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/14270.html This letter gives an update on current and planned developments in National Courses and related areas.   Mon, 4 Oct 2010 13:44:48 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/44787.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/44787.html An exciting partnership between SQA and Midlothian Council is set to get the artistic juices flowing. Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:07:23 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/44861.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/44861.html Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:05:07 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42428.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42428.html The 5-14 National Assessment Bank will be closed on 2 July, at the end of the summer term this year.  This decision has been made by the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning. Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:02:08 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42981.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42981.html Michael Russell MSP visited SQA to congratulate staff on receipt of the gold award from Healthy Working Lives. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:33:36 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42939.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42939.html  The Scottish Survey of Adult Literacies (SSAL) 2009 has been published. Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:07:04 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42886.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42886.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority today (Thursday, 5 August, 2010) announces details of the 2010 National Course results. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:05:46 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42736.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42736.html Staff from Lanarkshire’s top employers have become the first in Scotland to benefit from a new series of training courses that promote information technology in the workplace. Mon, 2 Aug 2010 15:29:52 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42851.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42851.html Overview of Qualifications Reports are now available to view on the website. A feedback facility is available. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:23:30 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42788.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42788.html Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:51:23 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42264.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42264.html Progress Reports are now available to view on the website.  A feedback facility is available. Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:29:56 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42430.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42430.html Michael Russell, Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, visited St Modans High School in Stirling and met with parents to discuss Curriculum for Excellence. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:49:10 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42378.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42378.html A new website - Engage for Education - has been launched by the Scottish Government. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:48:22 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41234.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41234.html A ten point plan to drive forward the delivery of Curriculum for Excellence was unveiled by Education Secretary Michael Russell today. Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:41:00 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42422.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42422.html We'd like to invite teaching colleagues involved in a number of subjects to take a few moments to complete our online survey. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:32:29 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42427.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42427.html Our annual star awards are a unique way to celebrate the Success, Triumph, Achievement and Recognition of the best in Scottish education and training. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 08:59:55 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42390.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42390.html Generous staff from our Glasgow office have raised £23,000 for Yorkhill Children’s Foundation. Wed, 9 Jun 2010 09:43:08 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42297.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42297.html We recently demonstrated our continuing commitment and contribution to skills development within the energy sector by hosting a cross-agency seminar. Thu, 3 Jun 2010 09:25:58 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42226.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42226.html We are setting up Subject Working Groups and are looking for teaching professionals to assist us in this work. Mon, 31 May 2010 11:42:04 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42179.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42179.html Teachers in Scotland are being asked to respond to the Review of Teacher Eduation in Scotland survey. Fri, 28 May 2010 15:30:13 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42154.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42154.html SQA has recognised students for their contribution to a teaching resource that will benefit the next generation of English language tutors. Wed, 26 May 2010 15:39:38 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42117.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/42117.html See the stars come out - nominate your stars today! Mon, 24 May 2010 15:43:37 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41940.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41940.html Fri, 7 May 2010 11:06:24 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41858.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41858.html Wed, 5 May 2010 10:04:21 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41764.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41764.html Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:01:30 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41690.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41690.html Education Secretary Michael Russell has confirmed that there will be no delay to the roll out of Curriculum for Excellence in secondary schools this August. Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:21:55 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41592.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41592.html We are monitoring the current flight disruption situation closely. We have procedures in place to cater for candidates who can’t take their exams or whose performance in exams is affected by external events. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:56:47 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/36080.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/36080.html A key feature of the new Scottish Language and Scottish Science Baccalaureates has received an impressive tariff rating from UCAS, the organisation responsible for managing applications to higher education courses in the UK. Fri, 9 Apr 2010 13:59:04 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41223.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41223.html Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:10:51 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41222.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/41222.html Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:08:48 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/39642.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/39642.html Tue, 2 Mar 2010 12:01:37 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/39636.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/39636.html Tue, 2 Mar 2010 11:54:36 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/39474.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/39474.html There are just days left to nominate for this year’s Scottish Education Awards and nominations are coming in thick and fast from all over Scotland. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:35:38 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/38902.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/38902.html SQA has recently been awarded the Cycling Friendly Employer Award, Cycling Scotland’s national award which recognises SQA’s commitment to encourage staff at both their Dalkeith and Glasgow sites to cycle to work. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:53:39 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/38607.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/38607.html SQA is committed to the responsible management of procuring goods, services and works which have a significant impact on SQA’s sustainable future and affects the environmental, social and financial aspects of SQA.   Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:17:02 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/38537.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/38537.html SQA has developed its Disability Equality Scheme for 2010-13 in line with legislative requirements Disability Equality Scheme and Action Plan 2010–13. The DES 2010-13 replaces the DES and associated action plan for 2007-09 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:54:24 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34777.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34777.html The latest edition of the SVQ News Update is now available, featuring a broad array of interesting articles submitted this quarter Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:43:37 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/37828.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/37828.html As with Stage 1 appeals, we will notify centres on a subject by subject basis of any Stage 2 appeals which have been rejected due to late or incomplete submission by sending a report via email to the SQA Coordinator. Fri, 2 Oct 2009 08:44:09 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/36299.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/36299.html The report on development work relating to National Qualifications - National Units, National Courses, and Group Awards made up of National Units (Awards, National Certificates, National Progression Awards and Professional Development Awards) is now available. Mon, 3 Aug 2009 09:19:02 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/35934.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/35934.html On 11 June 2009, the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning announced changes to Scotland's National Qualifications which will come into effect from 2012/13. Revisions are being made to the current framework to reflect the values, purposes and principles of Curriculum for Excellence and the aspirations of Scotland in the 21st century. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 09:08:26 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34567.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34567.html Principal Assessor reports for 2008 are now known as External Assessment reports, and Senior Verifier reports are now known as Internal Assessment reports. Wed, 27 May 2009 13:47:16 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34874.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34874.html Our monthly free e-zine 'Connecting with SQA', is packed with the latest news and developments, events and publications from all areas of our business. Fri, 22 May 2009 15:44:46 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34868.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34868.html Our monthly free e-zine 'Connecting with SQA', is packed with the latest news and developments, events and publications from all areas of our business. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:42:05 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34863.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34863.html Our monthly free e-zine 'Connecting with SQA', is packed with the latest news and developments, events and publications from all areas of our business. Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:54:59 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34858.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34858.html Our monthly free e-zine 'Connecting with SQA', is packed with the latest news and developments, events and publications from all areas of our business. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 10:29:10 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34882.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34882.html Our monthly free e-zine 'Connecting with SQA', is packed with the latest news and developments, events and publications from all areas of our business. Thu, 8 Jan 2009 17:42:39 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34540.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34540.html We are pleased to announce that the annual External Assessment Reports for National Courses and Standard Grade in 2008 are now available on the website. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:04:43 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34466.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/34466.html Principal Assessor reports for 2008 are now known as External Assessment reports, and Senior Verifier reports are now known as Internal Assessment reports. These can still be found in the 'Subject-specific links' menu of the relevant subject page. Thu, 30 Oct 2008 10:49:49 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/33959.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/33959.html The report on development work relating to National Qualifications - National Units, National Courses and National Qualification Group Awards – National Certificates and National Progression Awards is now available. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:11:48 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/7863.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/7863.html HN Toolkit Additional notes for guidance Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:06:20 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/203.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/203.html We are often asked whether the old SCOTVEC Modules are still available.  The answer is that almost all Modules were re-badged as National Units and are listed in the National Qualifications Catalogue with their old and new numbers.  Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:12:26 +0100 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/31926.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/31926.html We have now completed our review and refreshment of the Access 1 and 2 section of our website. Fri, 8 Feb 2008 10:24:10 +0000 http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/23330.html http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/23330.html This letter gives an update on current and planned developments in National Courses and related areas. Thu, 19 Apr 2007 11:37:47 +0100