National 1 and National 2
National 1 and National 2 qualifications are set at SCQF levels 1 and 2 and are designed for learners who require additional support. They provide opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge and skills, and to have their achievements certificated.
For more information on our National 1 and National 2 qualifications, and to access the supporting documents, please follow the links below.
Guide to delivering National 1 and 2 qualifications
Summary of all National 1 and 2 units and courses
National 1 and 2 (Alternative Context Units)
Access the Alternative Context Units here
Awards
A number of awards are available at the same levels as National 1 and National 2 qualifications (SCQF levels 1 and 2), although they do not form part of the National 1 and 2 portfolio. These awards can be completed alongside National 1 and National 2 qualifications or they can be completed on their own.
Summary of all units within awards at SCQF levels 1 and 2 (15 KB)
More information on the range of SQA Awards.
Understanding Standards
Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
- Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries (password protected)
Webinar (recording)
National 1 and 2 Webinar 2020-2021 (119.86 MB)
Changes to published Understanding Standards materials
Please note: Understanding Standards material is regularly reviewed to ensure it is up to date.
Examples of candidate evidence and commentaries for unit assessment can be found on the SQA Secure Site. You can access these through your SQA Coordinator.