Manufacturing Textile Products at SVQ Level 3
The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) level 3 in Manufacturing Textile Products at SCQF level 7 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work and expertise.
The qualification covers health and safety and continuous improvement of operations. Learners will also have the option to focus on more specific areas such as textile machinery and equipment maintenance, product development, design and working relationships.
SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards (NOS) are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.
This qualification is available through 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.
The SVQ is offered in the workplace. As assessment is carried out in the workplace, this minimises any time learners would need to be away from their work.
Candidates can progress to a range of qualifications, including the HNC or HND in Fashion or Textiles at SCQF levels 7 and 8.
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
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 then to gather the required evidence.
No prior qualifications are required to undertake this qualification, although experience in/knowledge of the subject would be an advantage.
Progression
The level 3 award could provide progression to:
- an HNC/HND in Fashion or Textiles
- degree level study at a higher education institution
- employment in the Fashion or Textiles sectors
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
How to assess
For general information on how to assess this qualification, please refer to the document Guidance on how to assess SVQs. For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the Assessment Strategy.
Where can you take this course?
Qualification content and delivery tools
Current
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
The SVQ level 3 Manufacturing Textile Products at SCQF level 7 consists of 2 mandatory Units and 4 optional Units.
Group Award Code: GK7T 23
For details of the Units making up the SVQ, please refer to the Qualification Structure.
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 Level 3 (94 KB)
Modern Apprenticeships
This SVQ Level 3 in Manufacturing Textile Products GK7T 23 is part of the Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles Heritage.
SQA also offers the following components of this Apprenticeship
GAOA 23 SVQ level 3 in Kilt Making
Information about delivery, assessment, quality assurance and support material
Assessment strategy
- Assessment Strategy (101 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
Lapsed
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
SVQ Level 3 Manufacturing Textile Products
Group Award Code: G9M4 23
This qualification will enter into its lapsing period on 30.09.2015 and will finish on 30.09.2019.
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 30.09.2019 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 30.09.2019.
National Occupational Standards
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)
Useful Links
- UKFT
- Scottish Textiles Academic Group (STAG)
STAG comprises the 14 Universities and Colleges across Scotland who deliver training and skills development for the textiles industry. Their aim is to increase collaboration between institutions and industry and to work in partnership to raise skill levels and contribute to the long-term sustainability and growth of the textiles industry in Scotland. Visit their website to read about opportunities it offers to learners, training providers and employers.