SVQ in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (Industrial Science) at SCQF level 6
The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (Industrial Science) at SCQF level 6 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work and expertise.
The qualification covers areas such as health and safety, working relationships, and information recording systems.
This qualification has been designed in partnership with Cogent Skills to ensure relevance to the sector.
SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards (NOS). SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that NOS are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.
This qualification is available through colleges, employers and training providers.
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Why deliver this qualification
Upon successful completion, learners will gain an internationally-recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge, and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.
Assessment is carried out in the workplace which minimises any time that learners would need to be away from their work.
The SVQ can be offered in any of the following modes:
- full-time
- part-time (such as day-release)
Who does this qualification suit
This SVQ is suitable for:
- learners who may have just left school
- individuals who are currently in employment and who wish to obtain a formal qualification
- employees who wish to obtain short, continuing professional development courses
Access
Entry is at the discretion of the centre.
Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow them to gather the required evidence.
No prior qualifications or knowledge are required to undertake this qualification.
Progression
The level 6 award could provide progression to the SVQ in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (Industrial Science) at SCQF level 7.
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 the 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 Systems and Qualification Approval Guide (510 KB). The specific delivery requirements are set out in the Assessment Strategy.
How to assess
For general information on how to assess this qualification, please refer to the document Guidance on how to assess SVQs (523 KB). For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the assessment strategy.
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Qualification content and delivery tools
Current
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
The SVQ in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities (Industrial Science) at SCQF level 6 consists of 3 mandatory units and 3 optional units.
For details of the units making up the SVQ, please refer to the qualification structure (66 KB).
National Occupational Standards
Unit information for this qualification is available on our Accredited Qualification Unit Search.
Core Skills signposting
Core Skill mappings are carried out by the SSC responsible for the development of an SVQ. It is a requirement of SQA Accreditation that every SVQ submission includes information on where possible opportunities for candidates to develop Core Skills exist across the mandatory units.
Centres should note that mappings are not audited or validated against the Core Skills framework/units so are not accepted by SQA awarding body as evidence towards achievement of the Core Skills units.
Core Skills signposting (70 KB)
Modern Apprenticeships
This SVQ is a mandatory component in the Level 2 Modern Apprenticeship in Life Science and Related Science Industries.
SQA also offers the following components of this Apprenticeship:
- GJ2Y 22 - Life Sciences and Related Industries
- G90M 45 - NC in Applied Sciences
- GG37 45 - NPA in Practical Science
| Unit Title | SCQF 4 |
|---|---|
| Core Skills: Communication | F426 04 |
| Core Skills: Numeracy | F42A 04 |
| Core Skills: Information and Communication Technology | F42E 04 |
| Core Skills: Problem Solving | F42J 04 |
| ore Skills: Working with Others | F42N 04 |
Information about delivery, assessment, quality assurance and support material
Assessment strategy
- Assessment strategy (79 KB)
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)
Qualification Verification Summary Reports
Qualification Verification Summary Reports were formerly known as Internal Assessment Reports.
Lapsing
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
This qualification is now in its lapsing period and will finish on 31 December 2020.
Centres should note:
- The qualification will be deleted from the relevant catalogue
- The qualification's content and delivery tools will remain on SQA’s website until 31 December 2020 at which point they will be removed and archived
- No new centres may be approved to offer the qualification
- No candidates can be entered for the qualification
- Centres should ensure candidates complete the qualification and results are submitted to SQA before 31 December 2020
Qualification structure
National Occupational Standards
Unit information for this qualification is available on our Unit Search.
Modern Apprenticeship
GE49 22 is also part of Life Science L2.
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 (183 KB) |
Candidate Guidance and Portfolio
- Guidance for candidates starting an SVQ (626 KB)
- Candidate Portfolio A4 Cover (118 KB)
- Candidate blank recording forms (616 KB)
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