Pre QDT meeting Thursday 31st May 2007

Lorna, George and Lisa (SQA Officer) convened a meeting in SQA's Glasgow offices on Thursday 31st May with representatives from Further Education and Local Authorities in attendance.

Among the issues discussed, were potential membership of the Qualification Design Team (QDT) and preliminary suggestions regarding the framework of the HND. The group also discussed the aspirations of the HND and how this will influence the development.

The group formulated a diagram of how the HND may sit in relation to current qualifications and job roles. You can view it by clicking here.

SQA Design Principles for HN Qualifications and Guidance on SCQF levels

Both of these documents will help guide the Qualifications Design Team (QDT) in the development:

HN Design Principles (click here)

SCQF Guidance on levels (click here)

Framework for Social Work education in Scotland

Framework for Social Work education in Scotland (click here)

Final Scoping report into an HND for the Social Services Sector

For final report click here

Social Care Influences on the Development of the HND - Report of the 21st Century Social Work Review

CHANGING LIVES - REPORT OF THE 21st CENTURY SOCIAL WORK REVIEW

Report published in 2006 considering the role of the social worker in the 21st century, the challenges and the changing nature of the role and society.

Social Care Influences on the HND - Scottish Executive report 'Social Work: a 21st Century Profession'

SOCIAL WORK: A 21st CENTURY PROFESSION

In February 2006 the report and recommendations of the 21st Century Social Work Review were published. The report represents a watershed in social work services in Scotland setting out a compelling agenda for change.

This document identifies a number of key priorities for Social Work education and training in Scotland and considers the relevant objectives and priorities for the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and the Scottish Institute for Excellence in Social Work Education (SiESWE).

Early Years and Childcare Influences on the HND Development - National Review of the Early Years and Childcare Workforce

National Review of the Early Years and Childcare Workforce - Scottish Executive Response

Scottish Executive response to the National Review of the Early Years and Childcare Workforce, published in August 2006.