Guides to National Qualifications
Two guides provide basic information about National Qualifications (NQs) in Scotland and explain the range of qualifications available. They are suitable for parents, carers, learners, adults returning to education and anyone interested in knowing more about NQs.
They have been produced jointly by the Scottish Qualifications Authority, Learning and Teaching Scotland, the Scottish Further Education Unit and the Scottish Executive, following a recommendation of the National Qualifications Assessment Support Group (NQASG). Printed copies are being distributed throughout Scotland to various organisations including secondary schools, colleges, careers offices and libraries.
Download the documents
PDF file: Scotland's National Qualifications: A Quick Guide (329 KB)
The Quick Guide to NQs is a six-page introductory guide - updated in 2006.
PDF file: Scotland's National Qualifications: A Guide (642 KB)
The Guide to NQs is a more in-depth 12-page version.
Order
To order printed copies please telephone the SQA Customer Contact Centre on 0845 279 1000, quoting reference BD3135 for the Quick Guide, and reference BD2088 for the in-depth version. The Quick Guide is also available in large print format and community languages from the SQA website.
Employers' guide
SQA has also produced a similar guide to NQs for employers, giving the basic facts about National Qualifications (NQs) in Scotland and the range of qualifications available. Download a copy of the document or visit the SQA website.
PDF file: National Qualifications - An Introduction for Employers.