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Employer partnerships celebrated at Herald Higher Education Awards
Edinburgh Napier University, and West Lothian College were among the winners at the Herald's Higher Education Awards.
SQA Stars light up the sky
Find out more about the winners from this year's SQA Star Awards!
Business success celebrated at Learning Disability Awards
SQA attended the Awards as sponsors of the Enterprise category.
Nominate your brightest stars for SQA awards
Nominate for SQA Star Awards 2018 by Friday 29 June
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College innovation celebrated at CDN Awards
SQA sponsored the 'Essential Skills' award.
Cyber Security teaching celebrated at awards
SQA sponsored the 'Cyber Security Teacher of the Year' category.
Apprenticeships take centre stage at awards
SQA sponsored the 'Large Employer of the Year' Award at the 2019 Scottish Apprenticeship Awards.
Scottish Qualifications Authority publishes results for 2019 National Courses and Awards
SQA announces the results for National Courses, and a range of vocational qualifications for 2019.
Growth and development of Gaelic Medium Education discussed at national event
SQA, working with Bòrd na Gàidhlig, Education Scotland, and the Scottish Government, met with practitioners to discuss a new Gaelic Medium education action plan.
SQA supports Digital Business Awards
We helped celebrate technology in education at the ceremony
SQA seeks new board members
We are looking for applicants to join our Board of Management.
SQA publishes 2017-18 Post-Results Services Statistics
Statistics for SQA's 2017-18 Post-Results Services are now available.
New SQA Chief Executive Appointed
Fiona Robertson has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of SQA, and Scotland’s Chief Examining Officer.
Renfrew High pupils experience work placement at SQA
S3 pupils from Renfew High School joined SQA for a DYW workforce project to review exam and coursework guidance documents for candidates
SQA responds to industrial action ballot
We work co-operatively and collaboratively with trade unions, and we assure everyone the 2019 examinations are on track.
SQA statement on planned industrial action by the Unite trade union
We are committed to working in partnership with the Unite union and have made significant progress.
SQA celebrates Care Experienced Week
SQA took part in the Who Cares? Scotland Lifetime of Love Rally.
Glasgow teenagers get taste of working life
The young people spent a morning at SQA thanks to the MCR Pathway's Talent Taster programme.
Teachers perfect their practical skills at events
They have been attending a number of Understanding Standards events
Develop your digital skills this Get Online Week
SQA’s range of Digital Learning Guides are a great place to start.
SQA Annual Statistics Published
We have published three sets of statistical data regarding our portfolio of qualifications, in the 2017-18 session.
High-flying duo head for Harvard
Two Care Experienced young women are about to embark upon a life-changing summer adventure at Harvard University.
Real Responsibilities - Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2019
Delivering successful Modern Apprenticeship opportunities at SQA.
SQA supports STF Conference and Awards
SQA were the main sponsors of the recent Scottish Training Federation (STF) Annual Conference and Awards.
Digital technology celebrated at awards
SQA presented the Education & Training Award at the Herald Digital Business Awards.
SQA helps Motherwell pupils get work ready
Volunteers from SQA ran an employability workshop at Our Lady's High School.
Winners dazzle in the spotlight at SQA’s Star Awards
Find out which stars shone brightest at our annual awards.
College and university achievements celebrated
SQA celebrated partnerships between employers and colleges and universities at the Herald Higher Education Awards.
SQA launches new Mental Health Awareness award
SQA has announced the launch of new Mental Health and Wellbeing awards at SCQF lv4, and lv5.
Cyber Security Pathways - #CyberScotWeek2019
Demand for SQA's Cyber Security courses ‘skyrockets’ among school and college students.
SQA Star Awards 2019 - Get nominating!
You now have until Friday 5 July to shine a light on excellence in education and training.
SQA supports GTCS Awards
We helped recognise teacher achievements at the Awards ceremony.
SQA exams get underway
Today sees the start of the SQA exams period for tens of thousands of young people across Scotland.
SQA publishes Candidate and Centre Malpractice Data 2017-18
As the regulator for National Qualifications in Scotland, SQA has published information on malpractice in 2017-18.
SQA celebrates results achievements of care-experienced candidates
SQA hosted a celebration event in which First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP presented care-experienced candidates with their results.
SQA celebrates International Women's Day
Staff heard inspirational life stories from some of the women across SQA and beyond.
New SQA award to improve young people's understanding of Mental Health
We're developing new National Progression Awards in Mental Health and Wellbeing.
SQA Chief Executive to retire in 2019
SQA’s Chief Executive and Scotland’s Chief Examining Officer, Dr Janet Brown, has decided to retire.
Eco Genics prove their staff are the best in the business
Find out how Eco Genics - an innovative Dry-Ice industrial cleaning company - used SQA Customised Awards to set the standard within their industry.
SQA exams and assessments get underway
SQA exams and assessments begin tomorrow for tens of thousands of young people across Scotland.
SQA partnership with BACP set to improve counselling training in Scotland
SQA and the BACP have announced a unique parnership that will improve access to the counselling profession.
SQA and SCMA announce new childcare award
SQA and the SCMA announce a new work based award for childminders.
TEDxYouth@Glasgow inspires young people across Scotland
We were proud to support the very first TEDxYouth@Glasgow conference - find out more!
Highfliers Lauren and Andi celebrate after Harvard experience
Students Andi Stannard, and Lauren Tenn Mills have successfully completed their Harvard Summer School Placement.
Maths Week Scotland returns
Maths Week Scotland returns, and SQA is celebrating mathematics in everyday life.
SQA celebrates exam achievements of care-experienced candidates
SQA, Who Cares? Scotland and MCR Pathways celebrate the #SQAresults of care-experienced candidates.
SQA recognises achievements of Scottish Youth Parliament members at awards
SQA presented the 'One to Watch' award.
Scotland represented at EuroSkills 2018
Scottish competitors take part in the annual skills event.
School successes celebrated at Scottish Education Awards
SQA presented the Employability and Creativity across Learning Award
SQA ESOL qualifications benchmarked by UK NARIC
Courses confirmed as meeting international language standard.
Interdisciplinary Learning: preparing for the future
SQA Chief Executive Dr Janet Brown discussed Scottish Baccalaureates at a recent RSE event.
SQA recognises innovative employers at Herald Diversity Awards
We attended the awards as sponsors of the DiversityThrough Education category.
Star Awards set to shine a light on finalists’ achievements
The finalists for SQA Star Awards 2019 have been announced.
SQA collaboration shortlisted for top award
A partnership with the British Academy of Jewellery sees SQA shortlisted for a FAB Award.
New qualification for Scotland's museums
First of its kind qualification is paving the way for a career in the sector.
SQA opens TICA's expanded training centre
TICA are a national centre for thermal insulation apprenticeships.
SQA staff announce new charity partners
SQA staff will fundraise for the charities over the next two years.
Cyber Security qualifications demonstrate value of collaboration
SQA's Cyber Security courses are proving popular with schools and colleges.
Students are work ready with new jewellery qualifications
SQA and the British Academy of Jewellery have developed new training courses.
SQA fundraising efforts benefit mental health charity
The results of fundraising activities were revealed with a cheque presentation to SAMH.
Volunteer Managers celebrated at Midlothian Awards Ceremony
Volunteer Midlothian's annual awards ceremony celebrates volunteering across the region.
Renfrew High pupils put SQA exam guidance to the test
The pupils provided feedback on how SQA shares important information relating to its qualifications.
Excellent work in schools showcased at awards
SQA celebrated with schools at the Scottish Education Awards.
SQA celebrates innovation in assessment
We helped recognise best practice in the use of technology in assessment, at the International e-Assessment Awards.
SQA helps Midlothian pupils get work ready
SQA volunteers ran an employability workshop at Newbattle High School.
Young people Show Racism the Red Card
SQA joined names from the world of Scottish football for the Creative Competition Awards.
SQA recognises the ‘One to Watch’ at the Scottish Youth Parliament Awards
We celebrated political stars of the future at the SYP Awards.
SQA recognises Youth Worker achievements at YouthLink Scotland awards
SQA attended as sponsors of the ‘Skills for Life’ category.
SQA recognises rural apprentices at Lantra Scotland Awards
We helped promote the varied career opportunities available in Scotland’s rural industries.
SQA renews e-Assessment contract with BTL Group
BTL Group's Surpass assessment platform provides SQA with the latest e-Assessment technology.
Glasgow's college stars light the city with their achievements
Three innovative projects at Glasgow Clyde College are providing new learning opportunities for students.
Pupils' creativity shines at exhibition
SQA showcases the creative talents of National 1 and National 2 candidates through touring exhibition.
Higher Vision exhibition explores Scotland through the lens of photography students
Artwork from former Higher Photography candidates has gone on display as part of a new exhibition at The Scottish Parliament.
SQA celebrates apprenticeship success
SQA helped recognise the achievements of apprentices and their employers at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards.
Finalists set to shine at SQA Star Awards
The awards recognise the individuals who work towards and the organisations that deliver SQA qualifications
SQA celebrates innovation at CDN College Awards
The achievements of staff and learners in Scotland’s colleges were recognised at the Awards.
King’s Park pupils get work ready with SQA
Volunteers visited Glasgow’s King’s Park Secondary School to provide pupils with valuable employability skills.
SQA attends Diversity Awards
We were there as supporters of the Diversity in the Third Sector category.
Results for 2018 National Courses and Awards
The Scottish Qualifications Authority announces the results for National Courses and Awards 2018.
SQA Board appointments
The Scottish Government announce SQA Board of Management appointments.
Entrepreneurial achievements celebrated at Social Enterprise Awards
Social enterprises in schools, colleges and community groups were recognised at the ceremony.
Volunteer Managers celebrated at Midlothian Awards Ceremony
We presented the Volunteer Manager of the Year Award.
SQA celebrates innovation at e-Assessment Awards
We helped recognise the positive impact of technology on assessment.
SQA recognises rural apprentices at Lantra Scotland Awards
SQA celebrated the achievements of Scotland’s top trainees in the rural sector.
Forth Valley partnership sees pupils gain Police Studies qualification
School pupils are getting an early taste of life in the police thanks to a unique partnership
SilverNote Music project showcases students' creative flair
Innovative project at NESCol is allowing students to share their creative talents with the local community.
SQA recognises Youth Worker achievements at YouthLink Scotland awards
SQA attended the event as sponsors of the ‘Skills for Life’ category.
SQA Modern Apprenticeship Pathway scheme
Applications for our apprenticeship scheme are now open.
SQA supports Safer Internet Day 2018
SQA is promoting the safe and positive use of digital technology.
