Higher National and Vocational Qualifications guidance 2020-21

Guidance on delivering and assessing SQA qualifications during the coronavirus pandemic.

We have also provided separate support for National Qualifications in 2020-21.

Update from the HNVQ 2021 Group

Information on the approach for alternative assessment in 2021 (21 January).

Guidance on assessment of Higher National and Vocational Qualifications in session 2020-21.

Delivery and assessment of Graded Units in HNC, HND and SQA Advanced Qualifications.

Guidance for centres on using technology to support remote assessment.

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Recent SQA statements on qualifications in 2020-21.

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