Food and Drink Operations
The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF level 6 provides learners with the knowledge and skills that they will need for employment in the food and drink manufacturing sector.
This SVQ is suitable for people in job roles such as shop floor team leaders, stores team leaders, distribution staff, import/export staff, and transport and distribution staff.
Developed by Improve Ltd (changed to NSAFD (National Skills Food and Drink Academy)), the sector skills council for the food and drink manufacturing sector, the SVQ in Food and Drink Operations qualification is awarded in partnership with SQA and Improve (NSAFD), SQA and SFMTA (Scottish Federation of Meat Traders Association) or SQA and Scottish Bakers. It is available through employers and training providers.
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Why deliver this qualification
The SVQ Food and Drink Operations at SCQF level 6 is a new course for the growing food and drink operations sector.
The SVQ can be offered in any of the following modes:
- part-time (eg day-release)
- open and distance learning
- infill into existing classes
- evening provision
Who does this qualification suit
This SVQ is suitable for those who are working in the food and drink industry as shop floor team leaders, stores team leaders, distribution staff, import/export staff, or transport and distribution staff.
Access
Entry is at the discretion of the centre.
No prior qualifications are required to undertake this qualification, although experience in/knowledge of subject would be an advantage.
This SVQ must be assessed in the workplace, so is only suitable for those who are employed in the food industry.
Progression
The level 6 award could provide progression to:
- HNC
- HND
degree level study at a higher education institution
Approval
Centres with devolved authority for approval should use their own internal approval process.
Centres without devolved authority will have to come forward for approval and should contact SQA’s Business Development Team for guidance.
Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA’s general requirements for technical/occupational competence as outlined in the Guide to Approval (100 KB).
How to assess
Assessment of this award will be through a series of theoretical and practical assessments or tasks. Some assessments will be carried out under supervised open-book conditions, others under supervised closed-book conditions.
The assessment strategy does not allow workplace simulation.
The assessment strategy does not allow for workplace simulation. The assessment requirements are detailed in Improve’s Assessment Strategy 2013 (356 KB) and SQA’s Assessment Guidance (741 KB) for this award.
Where can you take this course?
Qualification content and delivery tools
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
- GG51 23 (SQA and Improve) (120 KB)
- GG63 23 (SQA and Scottish Bakers) (120 KB)
National Occupational Standards
Centres/candidates undertaking these Courses should also refer to the full National Occupational Standards for information relating to the overview and scope.
Unit information for this qualification is available on our Accredited Qualification Unit Search.
Core Skills signposting
- Core Skills Signposting (281 KB)
Awarding partnership arrangements
GG51 23 SVQ 3 in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF level 6 is jointly awarded with Improve Ltd.
Modern Apprenticeships
This SVQ is a mandatory component in the Level 2 Food and Drink Operations Modern Apprenticeship.
SQA also offers the following components of this Apprenticeship:
F427 04 Core Skills: Communication SCQF level 5
F42P 04 Core Skills: Working with Others SCQF level 5
F42K 04 Core Skills: Problem Solving SCQF level 5
F42F 04 Core Skills: Information and Communication Technology SCQF level 5
F42B 04 Core Skills: Numeracy SCQF level 5
For further information on the Level 3 Food and Drink Operations Modern Apprenticeship please visit: http://improveltd.co.uk/scotland/frameworks-scotland
Information about delivery, assessment, quality assurance and support material
Assessment strategy
Assessor's guidelines
Candidate Guidance and Portfolio
- Guidance for candidates starting an SVQ (626 KB)
- Candidate Portfolio A4 Cover (118 KB)
- Candidate blank recording forms (616 KB)
Internal Assessment Reports
Internal Assessment Reports were previously known as Senior Moderator Reports.
2012 Reports
- 2012 Food Manufacture (80 KB)
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