NPA Digital Skills SCQF level 3
This National Progression Award (NPA)
- is a revision of GL06 43 NPA Digital Literacy SCQF level 3
- focuses on competences required to use everyday technologies for a range of purposes
It develops practical, technical, and transferable skills in using digital devices such as computers, tablets, and smartphones to access information and communication services and builds confidence to help learners fully participate in the networked society.
Alternative assessment guidance
This subject will not have alternative assessment guidance for session 2023-24. You should refer to the Group Award/Unit specifications for detailed delivery and assessment information. For general support on delivery and assessment see the HNVQ assessment guidance 2023-24.
Qualification structure
Group award code: GT5Y 43 (18 SCQF credit points)
SCQF level: 3
This National Progression Award consists of three mandatory units (18 SCQF credit points).
The mandatory units are: J5V1 43 Computer Applications, J5V2 43 Computer Basics and J5V3 43 Digital Basics.
NPA Digital Literacy SCQF level 3 GL06 43
This group award has been replaced.
It entered its lapsing period on: 1 August 2022
It finishes on: 31 July 2025
NPA in Digital Literacy at SCQF level 3 Group Award Specification (382 KB)
The NPA in Digital Literacy at SCQF level 3 consists of three mandatory Units (18 SCQF credit points).
How to assess
Assessment will be a combination of practical and knowledge assessments under closed- and open-book conditions. There are more details in the assessment and evidence requirements for each unit.
Assessment and/or e-assessment support packs are available for this qualification.
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Why study this qualification
The NPA in Digital Skills is designed for a wide range of learners, including:
- learners who are at school or who have just left school
- learners who have been out of education for a long period of time and wish to update their digital skillsets
- individuals who are currently in employment and wish to obtain a formal qualification
- employees who want more up-to-date skills to develop their careers
You will develop skills to improve your employability opportunities by becoming a confident and effective user of a range of contemporary digital devices and technologies.
Access
Entry is at the discretion of the school, college or training provider. This is an introductory level qualification and learners need not possess any prior SQA qualifications.
Employment and progression
You could use this SQCF level 3 award to progress to:
- study at SCQF level 4
- a National Certificate
- a digital Foundation Apprenticeship
- employment in an entry-level job
Qualification structure
Group award code: GT5Y 43 (18 SCQF credit points)
SCQF level: 3
This National Progression Award consists of three mandatory units (18 SCQF credit points).
The mandatory units are: J5V1 43 Computer Applications, J5V2 43 Computer Basics and J5V3 43 Digital Basics.
NPA Digital Literacy SCQF level 3 GL06 43
This group award has been replaced.
It entered its lapsing period on: 1 August 2022
It finishes on: 31 July 2025
NPA in Digital Literacy at SCQF level 3 Group Award Specification (382 KB)
The NPA in Digital Literacy at SCQF level 3 consists of three mandatory Units (18 SCQF credit points).