Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (Educational Science)
SQA offers Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (Educational Science) at Level 3.
This SVQ is based on the National Occupational Standards (NOS) set and published by the Sector Skills Council for the sector, SEMTA.
The standards provide an accurate and detailed definition of what candidates must know, understand and be able to do. This SVQ will enable those working in this sector to develop the knowledge and skills required to demonstrate competence in their job role.
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Why deliver this qualification
The SVQs in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities meet the employment needs of laboratory and technical staff and the SVQs can be offered at any time and do not need to follow the academic session.
The qualifications provide candidates with the knowledge and skills to enable them to develop practical research skills.
Who does this qualification suit
The SVQs in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities are suitable for candidates working in a variety of professions, eg scientific laboratories.
Access
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. The nature of the qualifications is such that candidates should be in a work role or placement which will allows them to demonstrate competence in practical tasks.
Progression
There are opportunities for progression to other science qualifications.
Approval
Centres with devolved authority are eligible to seek approval through their own internal approval process.
Centres without devolved authority will have to come forward for approval and should contact the Business Development Team for guidance in completing the combined CA1/SA1 form.
Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA's general requirements as outlined in the guide to approval .
How to assess
Assessment is of competence demonstrated in the workplace.
Assessment is integrated with delivery and focuses on evidence of carrying out work activities.
Where can you take this course?
Qualification content and delivery tools
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
National Occupational Standards
Unit information for this qualification is available on our Accredited Qualification Unit Search.
Modern Apprenticeship
This qualification is also part of Life Science L3.
Information about delivery, assessment, quality assurance and support material
Assessment strategy
- Science Assessment Strategy (88 KB)
Assessor's guidelines
| Level: | 2 and 3 |
| Publication: | DB3743/2 |
| Edition: | March 2012 |
| Downloads: | Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities |
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
2011 Reports
- HN/SVQ Biology (37 KB)
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