Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
What is the SCQF?
The SCQF aims to help learners and providers of learning understand how different learning programmes relate to each other. In the SCQF there are 12 levels ranging from level 1 (Access 1) to level 12, which is associated with postgraduate doctoral studies. This means that at a glance people can easily see the relationship between qualifications such as Standard Grades, for example, and National Qualifications Courses.
SCQF in detail
The awards and their relationship to SCQF levels are illustrated in the table.
Education Institutions | Qualifications | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Development Awards | |||||
Graduate Diploma/Certificate | |||||
Certificates | |||||
Credit Standard Grade | Progression Awards | ||||
General Standard Grade | |||||
Foundation Standard Grade | |||||
A detailed version of this table is available to download or print:
PDF file: SCQF Revised Framework (36 KB)
How can the SCQF be used?
The framework is designed for employers, learners, and the public in general to understand the full range of Scottish qualifications and how they relate to each other.
It is intended to be used by people of all ages and circumstances so that they can access appropriate education and training over their lifetime to fulfil their personal, social and economic potential.
It also highlights the different types of qualifications which can contribute to improving the skills of the workforce.
Further information
There is more information about the SCQF on the SCQF website which includes news and case studies.
You may also like to save or print the following leaflet for use in your school, college or centre:
PDF file: Achievement Counts: A Short Guide to the SCQF (462 KB)