Qualifications Scotland
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We are Qualifications Scotland, Scotland's national accreditation and awarding body. The account previously showed activities from SQA before our transition.
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We are Qualifications Scotland.
SQA has been replaced with a new organisation – we’ve outlined our early priorities to give learners, teachers and lecturers much stronger influence.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
SQA has been replaced with a new organisation – we’ve outlined our early priorities to give learners, teachers and lecturers much stronger influence.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
Qualifications Scotland has been created to work differently, with learners and educators more closely involved in shaping decisions.
Find out more at https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
Find out more at https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
February 5, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Qualifications Scotland has been created to work differently, with learners and educators more closely involved in shaping decisions.
Find out more at https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
Find out more at https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
📣 Share your views on improvements to our qualifications.
We're asking teachers, lecturers and learners to complete our survey on proposed changes to assessments in Sciences, Business and other subjects.
Find out more, and take part in the survey. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4c502lS
We're asking teachers, lecturers and learners to complete our survey on proposed changes to assessments in Sciences, Business and other subjects.
Find out more, and take part in the survey. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4c502lS
February 4, 2026 at 3:30 PM
📣 Share your views on improvements to our qualifications.
We're asking teachers, lecturers and learners to complete our survey on proposed changes to assessments in Sciences, Business and other subjects.
Find out more, and take part in the survey. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4c502lS
We're asking teachers, lecturers and learners to complete our survey on proposed changes to assessments in Sciences, Business and other subjects.
Find out more, and take part in the survey. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4c502lS
We are Qualifications Scotland, and we’re here to work with learners, educators and employers to develop qualifications that support people to fulfil their potential.
Find out more: https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
Find out more: https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
February 3, 2026 at 9:31 AM
We are Qualifications Scotland, and we’re here to work with learners, educators and employers to develop qualifications that support people to fulfil their potential.
Find out more: https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
Find out more: https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch
We are now Qualifications Scotland! 👏
We began work today, starting a new era for the delivery of qualifications and assessments.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
We began work today, starting a new era for the delivery of qualifications and assessments.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
February 2, 2026 at 6:02 PM
We are now Qualifications Scotland! 👏
We began work today, starting a new era for the delivery of qualifications and assessments.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
We began work today, starting a new era for the delivery of qualifications and assessments.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
We're strengthening engagement with learners & educators from across the education and skills sectors.
Help us shape qualifications across Scotland by joining one of our new committees:
🔵Learner Interest Committee
🔵Teacher & Practitioner Interest Committee
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4qUIRIv
Help us shape qualifications across Scotland by joining one of our new committees:
🔵Learner Interest Committee
🔵Teacher & Practitioner Interest Committee
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4qUIRIv
February 2, 2026 at 12:01 PM
We're strengthening engagement with learners & educators from across the education and skills sectors.
Help us shape qualifications across Scotland by joining one of our new committees:
🔵Learner Interest Committee
🔵Teacher & Practitioner Interest Committee
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4qUIRIv
Help us shape qualifications across Scotland by joining one of our new committees:
🔵Learner Interest Committee
🔵Teacher & Practitioner Interest Committee
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/4qUIRIv
We are Qualifications Scotland.
SQA has been replaced with a new organisation – we’ve outlined our early priorities to give learners, teachers and lecturers much stronger influence.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
SQA has been replaced with a new organisation – we’ve outlined our early priorities to give learners, teachers and lecturers much stronger influence.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
February 2, 2026 at 9:30 AM
We are Qualifications Scotland.
SQA has been replaced with a new organisation – we’ve outlined our early priorities to give learners, teachers and lecturers much stronger influence.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
SQA has been replaced with a new organisation – we’ve outlined our early priorities to give learners, teachers and lecturers much stronger influence.
Continue to follow us here for information about our qualifications.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3ZcGrbP
📣 Change to our Bluesky account: 1 day to go!
When we transition to Qualifications Scotland tomorrow, Sunday 1 February, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile will change to reflect this.
💡You don't need to refollow us - you'll continue to receive updates and information here.
When we transition to Qualifications Scotland tomorrow, Sunday 1 February, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile will change to reflect this.
💡You don't need to refollow us - you'll continue to receive updates and information here.
January 31, 2026 at 10:20 AM
📣 Change to our Bluesky account: 1 day to go!
When we transition to Qualifications Scotland tomorrow, Sunday 1 February, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile will change to reflect this.
💡You don't need to refollow us - you'll continue to receive updates and information here.
When we transition to Qualifications Scotland tomorrow, Sunday 1 February, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile will change to reflect this.
💡You don't need to refollow us - you'll continue to receive updates and information here.
📣 The Scottish Government has announced the chair and members of the inaugural Qualifications Scotland Board, which has representation from teachers, lecturers, learners, employers and employee relations.
We're delighted to welcome six new members.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3LVBKQI
We're delighted to welcome six new members.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3LVBKQI
January 29, 2026 at 3:55 PM
📣 The Scottish Government has announced the chair and members of the inaugural Qualifications Scotland Board, which has representation from teachers, lecturers, learners, employers and employee relations.
We're delighted to welcome six new members.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3LVBKQI
We're delighted to welcome six new members.
👉 info.sqa.org.uk/3LVBKQI
UPDATE: Changes to our Bluesky account.
📆On 1 February our Bluesky profile and handle will change to reflect our transition to Qualifications Scotland.
You don't need to take any action when this happens - you will continue to receive our latest updates.
Thanks for your continued engagement.
📆On 1 February our Bluesky profile and handle will change to reflect our transition to Qualifications Scotland.
You don't need to take any action when this happens - you will continue to receive our latest updates.
Thanks for your continued engagement.
January 28, 2026 at 8:15 AM
UPDATE: Changes to our Bluesky account.
📆On 1 February our Bluesky profile and handle will change to reflect our transition to Qualifications Scotland.
You don't need to take any action when this happens - you will continue to receive our latest updates.
Thanks for your continued engagement.
📆On 1 February our Bluesky profile and handle will change to reflect our transition to Qualifications Scotland.
You don't need to take any action when this happens - you will continue to receive our latest updates.
Thanks for your continued engagement.
🙋Become an invigilator and play a key role in the 2026 exams!
No experience required - you’ll be given full training before the exams begin.
Contact your local school, college or training provider for available opportunities.
Learn more about the role in general ➡️ info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
No experience required - you’ll be given full training before the exams begin.
Contact your local school, college or training provider for available opportunities.
Learn more about the role in general ➡️ info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
January 23, 2026 at 8:20 AM
🙋Become an invigilator and play a key role in the 2026 exams!
No experience required - you’ll be given full training before the exams begin.
Contact your local school, college or training provider for available opportunities.
Learn more about the role in general ➡️ info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
No experience required - you’ll be given full training before the exams begin.
Contact your local school, college or training provider for available opportunities.
Learn more about the role in general ➡️ info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
👋Calling all teachers of the subjects listed below!👇
We're looking for your help in marking this year's National Qualifications exams.
Learn about the many benefits of getting involved, and apply today: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
We're looking for your help in marking this year's National Qualifications exams.
Learn about the many benefits of getting involved, and apply today: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
January 21, 2026 at 2:10 PM
👋Calling all teachers of the subjects listed below!👇
We're looking for your help in marking this year's National Qualifications exams.
Learn about the many benefits of getting involved, and apply today: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
We're looking for your help in marking this year's National Qualifications exams.
Learn about the many benefits of getting involved, and apply today: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
📣UPDATE: Our Bluesky profile is changing.
SQA will soon transition to Qualifications Scotland. When this happens, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile and handle will change.
💡If you currently follow SQA on Bluesky, then you don't need to take any action to continue to receive updates.
SQA will soon transition to Qualifications Scotland. When this happens, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile and handle will change.
💡If you currently follow SQA on Bluesky, then you don't need to take any action to continue to receive updates.
January 19, 2026 at 3:05 PM
📣UPDATE: Our Bluesky profile is changing.
SQA will soon transition to Qualifications Scotland. When this happens, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile and handle will change.
💡If you currently follow SQA on Bluesky, then you don't need to take any action to continue to receive updates.
SQA will soon transition to Qualifications Scotland. When this happens, you'll notice that our Bluesky profile and handle will change.
💡If you currently follow SQA on Bluesky, then you don't need to take any action to continue to receive updates.
We’re recruiting markers for this year’s National Qualifications exams.
Craig says marking for SQA has improved his teaching, and helped him progress in his career.
Read more about Craig’s experience, and apply for current opportunities: https://ow.ly/rtmA50XSQMJ
Craig says marking for SQA has improved his teaching, and helped him progress in his career.
Read more about Craig’s experience, and apply for current opportunities: https://ow.ly/rtmA50XSQMJ
January 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We’re recruiting markers for this year’s National Qualifications exams.
Craig says marking for SQA has improved his teaching, and helped him progress in his career.
Read more about Craig’s experience, and apply for current opportunities: https://ow.ly/rtmA50XSQMJ
Craig says marking for SQA has improved his teaching, and helped him progress in his career.
Read more about Craig’s experience, and apply for current opportunities: https://ow.ly/rtmA50XSQMJ
In the run up to our transition to Qualifications Scotland, we're revisiting inspiring learner stories.
At Baldragon Academy, learners are gaining transferable skills, thanks to the NPA Beekeeping.🐝
Here's a reminder of why it's such a buzz-worthy qualification: info.sqa.org.uk/4nydbpE
At Baldragon Academy, learners are gaining transferable skills, thanks to the NPA Beekeeping.🐝
Here's a reminder of why it's such a buzz-worthy qualification: info.sqa.org.uk/4nydbpE
January 14, 2026 at 1:15 PM
In the run up to our transition to Qualifications Scotland, we're revisiting inspiring learner stories.
At Baldragon Academy, learners are gaining transferable skills, thanks to the NPA Beekeeping.🐝
Here's a reminder of why it's such a buzz-worthy qualification: info.sqa.org.uk/4nydbpE
At Baldragon Academy, learners are gaining transferable skills, thanks to the NPA Beekeeping.🐝
Here's a reminder of why it's such a buzz-worthy qualification: info.sqa.org.uk/4nydbpE
🙋Would you like to be part of the booming wellness industry?
With our NC Wellness Therapies you'll cover topics including massage and healthy eating.🥕
On completion you can choose to progress to our HNC/HND Complimentary Therapies.
Find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4gB8NDj
With our NC Wellness Therapies you'll cover topics including massage and healthy eating.🥕
On completion you can choose to progress to our HNC/HND Complimentary Therapies.
Find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4gB8NDj
January 11, 2026 at 10:05 AM
🙋Would you like to be part of the booming wellness industry?
With our NC Wellness Therapies you'll cover topics including massage and healthy eating.🥕
On completion you can choose to progress to our HNC/HND Complimentary Therapies.
Find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4gB8NDj
With our NC Wellness Therapies you'll cover topics including massage and healthy eating.🥕
On completion you can choose to progress to our HNC/HND Complimentary Therapies.
Find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4gB8NDj
Contact your local school, college or training provider to find out about invigilator opportunities for the 2026 exams.
You’ll be given full training and will be supported by a Chief Invigilator.
You can learn about the role in general on our website: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
You’ll be given full training and will be supported by a Chief Invigilator.
You can learn about the role in general on our website: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
January 8, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Contact your local school, college or training provider to find out about invigilator opportunities for the 2026 exams.
You’ll be given full training and will be supported by a Chief Invigilator.
You can learn about the role in general on our website: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
You’ll be given full training and will be supported by a Chief Invigilator.
You can learn about the role in general on our website: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
Before our transition to Qualifications Scotland, we're revisiting inspiring learner stories.
These include Jude turning his passion for hands-on learning into a career in renewable energy.🤩
Take a look back at his journey: info.sqa.org.uk/48klMIy
These include Jude turning his passion for hands-on learning into a career in renewable energy.🤩
Take a look back at his journey: info.sqa.org.uk/48klMIy
January 7, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Before our transition to Qualifications Scotland, we're revisiting inspiring learner stories.
These include Jude turning his passion for hands-on learning into a career in renewable energy.🤩
Take a look back at his journey: info.sqa.org.uk/48klMIy
These include Jude turning his passion for hands-on learning into a career in renewable energy.🤩
Take a look back at his journey: info.sqa.org.uk/48klMIy
Marking for SQA is a fantastic form of CPD.
If you’re a teacher of these subjects, then why not give it a go?👇
Apply to become a marker for this year's National Qualifications exams: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
If you’re a teacher of these subjects, then why not give it a go?👇
Apply to become a marker for this year's National Qualifications exams: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
January 6, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Marking for SQA is a fantastic form of CPD.
If you’re a teacher of these subjects, then why not give it a go?👇
Apply to become a marker for this year's National Qualifications exams: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
If you’re a teacher of these subjects, then why not give it a go?👇
Apply to become a marker for this year's National Qualifications exams: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
Got a keen interest in photography? Our NPA covers...
📸 photography genres & concepts
📸 taking the perfect shot of people & places
📸 working with photographic images
Put your future in the frame and find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4amMt0b
📸 photography genres & concepts
📸 taking the perfect shot of people & places
📸 working with photographic images
Put your future in the frame and find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4amMt0b
January 3, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Got a keen interest in photography? Our NPA covers...
📸 photography genres & concepts
📸 taking the perfect shot of people & places
📸 working with photographic images
Put your future in the frame and find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4amMt0b
📸 photography genres & concepts
📸 taking the perfect shot of people & places
📸 working with photographic images
Put your future in the frame and find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/4amMt0b
🤩 2025 learner highlight: pupils brew up career opportunities.☕
Back in August we shared how learners at Dunbar Grammar School have been serving up coffees to fellow pupils as part of the Barista Skills Award.
Take a look back: ▶️info.sqa.org.uk/3HS0tDl
Back in August we shared how learners at Dunbar Grammar School have been serving up coffees to fellow pupils as part of the Barista Skills Award.
Take a look back: ▶️info.sqa.org.uk/3HS0tDl
December 30, 2025 at 5:15 PM
🤩 2025 learner highlight: pupils brew up career opportunities.☕
Back in August we shared how learners at Dunbar Grammar School have been serving up coffees to fellow pupils as part of the Barista Skills Award.
Take a look back: ▶️info.sqa.org.uk/3HS0tDl
Back in August we shared how learners at Dunbar Grammar School have been serving up coffees to fellow pupils as part of the Barista Skills Award.
Take a look back: ▶️info.sqa.org.uk/3HS0tDl
We hope you all have a fantastic festive season!🎄☃️Our phone lines are now closed and will re-open on Monday 5 January.
If you need to get in touch with us before then, you can fill in our customer enquiry form,& we'll get back to you when our offices reopen. ➡️ https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/77338.html
If you need to get in touch with us before then, you can fill in our customer enquiry form,& we'll get back to you when our offices reopen. ➡️ https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/77338.html
December 23, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We hope you all have a fantastic festive season!🎄☃️Our phone lines are now closed and will re-open on Monday 5 January.
If you need to get in touch with us before then, you can fill in our customer enquiry form,& we'll get back to you when our offices reopen. ➡️ https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/77338.html
If you need to get in touch with us before then, you can fill in our customer enquiry form,& we'll get back to you when our offices reopen. ➡️ https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/77338.html
Have you considered becoming an exam invigilator?
You’ll play an important role in maintaining the quality of qualification assessments.
Reach out to your local school, college or training provider to find out about opportunities.
Learn about the role in general: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
You’ll play an important role in maintaining the quality of qualification assessments.
Reach out to your local school, college or training provider to find out about opportunities.
Learn about the role in general: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
December 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Have you considered becoming an exam invigilator?
You’ll play an important role in maintaining the quality of qualification assessments.
Reach out to your local school, college or training provider to find out about opportunities.
Learn about the role in general: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
You’ll play an important role in maintaining the quality of qualification assessments.
Reach out to your local school, college or training provider to find out about opportunities.
Learn about the role in general: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY
📢 Parents and carers – Your National Qualifications is handy guide for learners who are completing coursework, and sitting exams next year.
Why not take a look? It’s available to download now. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/43beMKF
Why not take a look? It’s available to download now. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/43beMKF
December 18, 2025 at 8:15 AM
📢 Parents and carers – Your National Qualifications is handy guide for learners who are completing coursework, and sitting exams next year.
Why not take a look? It’s available to download now. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/43beMKF
Why not take a look? It’s available to download now. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/43beMKF
📣Teachers! Marking for SQA is a great opportunity to make connections.
You'll also gain knowledge and experience that will help you in your teaching.💪
We're recruiting now: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
You'll also gain knowledge and experience that will help you in your teaching.💪
We're recruiting now: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
December 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM
📣Teachers! Marking for SQA is a great opportunity to make connections.
You'll also gain knowledge and experience that will help you in your teaching.💪
We're recruiting now: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
You'll also gain knowledge and experience that will help you in your teaching.💪
We're recruiting now: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s
Struggling to create a showstopper cake this festive season? 🍰
After undertaking our HNC Bakery you'll be sure to wow your guests. The qualification even covers the design of sugar craft flower displays! 🌸
Learn more➡️: sqa.org.uk/sqa/106447.html
After undertaking our HNC Bakery you'll be sure to wow your guests. The qualification even covers the design of sugar craft flower displays! 🌸
Learn more➡️: sqa.org.uk/sqa/106447.html
December 15, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Struggling to create a showstopper cake this festive season? 🍰
After undertaking our HNC Bakery you'll be sure to wow your guests. The qualification even covers the design of sugar craft flower displays! 🌸
Learn more➡️: sqa.org.uk/sqa/106447.html
After undertaking our HNC Bakery you'll be sure to wow your guests. The qualification even covers the design of sugar craft flower displays! 🌸
Learn more➡️: sqa.org.uk/sqa/106447.html