Understand SQA qualifications
Qualifications guide
A quick guide to the different types of qualification we offer
What is the SCQF?
There are 12 levels in the SCQF, each indicating the level of difficulty for a qualification.
Comparing qualification levels
Compare qualifications across different national frameworks
What are Core Skills?
There are five Core Skills - and they are the skills most needed in many jobs.
Qualifications development toolkit
Our toolkit covers the general processes for developing and validating qualifications.
Quality assurance
We maintain the integrity of our qualifications with defined quality assurance processes.
Related Information
- Guide to Scottish Qualifications (164 KB)
Contact Information
- Candidate Enquiries
- 0345 279 1000
- Centre Enquiries
- 0303 333 0330