NPA Digital Skills SCQF level 3

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.

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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.

• 2022 Qualification Verification Summary Report (123 KB)

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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.

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

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