The SCQF Partnership

• ensure that, where appropriate, all assessed learning and qualifications in Scotland are included on the Framework;
• extend the recognition of informal and non-formal learning;
• develop and promote the Framework as a Lifelong Learning tool;
• develop relationships with other frameworks internationally.

Our Functions

The SCQF Partnership is a highly skilled team of experts with a wide range of functions including:

• The approval of new Credit Rating Bodies for the SCQF
• The quality assurance of a range of Credit Rating Bodies across the UK in relation to their SCQF credit rating activity
• The support, monitoring and review of Scotland’s colleges’ credit-rating activities
• Providing extensive and tailored support for existing Credit Rating Bodies on developing and maintaining processes for SCQF credit rating
• Offering non-biased, independent, expert advice to programme owners on the credit rating process including information on potential Credit Rating Bodies in Scotland
• Running a wide range of workshops supporting programme owners, credit rating bodies and those who wish to adopt Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) principles
• Supporting employers in embedding the SCQF into their workforce development strategies
• Promoting and raising awareness of the benefits of the SCQF across all sectors both nationally and internationally

The SCQF Partnership Board

The Partnership has a Board of Directors from the following organisations:

• College Development Network;
• Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education;
• Universities Scotland;
• Scottish Qualifications Authority

In addition, we have a Co-opted Director representing employer interests and another co-option is the Chair of the SCQFP Quality Committee.