Qualifications Explained
Scottish Credits and Qualifications Framework
All qualifications delivered at Banchory Academy are accredited and mapped as part of the SCQF Framework, which can be seen below. This frameworks charts the progression that can be made by individuals through school and beyond. The framework covers learning in all settings; school, college, university and work based learning. Understanding and using this framework will help young people and their families to plan journeys through our senior phase and beyond.
The most common levels of courses studied in Banchory Academy during a young person's Senior Phase range from SCQF Level 4-7.
Types of Qualifications
The main qualifications you can gain during your senior phase are listed below. By clicking on the links below you will find out more about the qualification types and how they relate to your learner journey and the career aspirations you have.
National Qualifications
National 4, National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher
NQ Skills for Work
National 4 Skills for Work, National 5 Skills for Work
National Progression Awards
NPA 4, NPA 5, NPA 6
Foundation Apprenticeships
Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 6)