The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and supporting website tools can be used to help you recognise the wide range of qualifications and learning experiences, including formal, informal, and work-based learning as part of the recruitment process. It provides a clear and consistent way to compare qualifications. The SCQF levels help recruiting managers to match candidates to the requirements of the roles based on qualifications held by applicants.
The SCQF allows you to compare Scottish qualifications with those from other parts of the UK and internationally, making it easier to assess candidates with diverse backgrounds
Here’s an example:
Job advert: “We require a qualification at SCQF Level 7 (e.g., HNC, Advanced Higher, SVQ3) or equivalent experience.”
Shortlisting: Candidate A has an HNC (Level 7), Candidate B has a BTEC Level 4 (also Level 7 on SCQF), Candidate C has a National 5 (Level 5)—only A and B meet the requirement.