Centres should note that mappings are not audited or validated against the Core Skills framework/units so are not accepted by SQA awarding body as evidence towards achievement of the Core Skills units.

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All centres who are looking to deliver the qualification for the first time should come forward for approval by contacting SQA’s Business Development Team for guidance.

Prior to submitting a request form SQA strongly advise you liaise with the Senior External Verifier for your construction craft area.

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Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow then to gather the required evidence.

COVID-19 has presented extraordinary circumstances that has required CITB SSC to review the approach for the delivery of SVQ’s and issue a temporary guidance of the consolidated assessment strategy.

The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Wood Machining (Construction/Sawmilling Extrusion) at SCQF level 6 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job-related skills in their particular area of work and expertise.

SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.

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The SVQ Wood Machining (Construction-Sawmilling Extrusion) at SCQF level 6 consists of seven mandatory units and six optional units.

This qualification covers areas such as general workplace health, safety and welfare; and developing and producing wood and wood-based products using machinery and equipment.

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The SVQ in Wood Machining (Construction/Sawmilling Extrusion) at SCQF level 6 consists of seven mandatory units and six optional units.

For general information, please refer to the document Information for Assessment of Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs). For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the assessment strategy.

Core Skill mappings are carried out by the SSC responsible for the development of an SVQ. It is a requirement of SQA Accreditation that every SVQ submission includes information on where possible opportunities for candidates to develop Core Skills exist across the mandatory units.

Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA’s general requirements for technical/occupational competence as outlined in the Systems and Qualification Approval Guide.

Centres should note that mappings are not audited or validated against the Core Skills framework/units so are not accepted by SQA awarding body as evidence towards achievement of the Core Skills units.

Successful candidates will gain an internationally-recognised qualification that guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.

Core Skill mappings are carried out by the SSC responsible for the development of an SVQ. It is a requirement of SQA Accreditation that every SVQ submission includes information on where possible opportunities for candidates to develop Core Skills exist across the mandatory units.