Teacher and lecturers! Our new Interest Committee is an opportunity to... 🔵bring your professional experience into national conversations 🔵help shape Scottish qualifications 🔵collaborate with colleagues from across sectors and regions Interested? https://ow.ly/MXfl50Ybzi5

📣 Teachers, lecturers and learners - take part in our qualifications reform survey. We want to hear your views on proposed changes to assessments in English, Sciences and other subjects. Have your say. 👉info.sqa.org.uk/4c502lS

📣 Strategic Advisory Council - recruitment open. The Scottish Government is inviting applications for our new Strategic Advisory Council. Membership of the council will reflect Scotland’s wider education, skills and economic landscape. Find out more: info.qualifications.gov.scot/3MIJ2Yj

🤔Have you marked for us in the past, or perhaps you're considering it for the first time? Apply today for an inside look at the processes, procedures and national standards for your subject. Take a look at the many other benefits.👉https://ow.ly/JpwU50XVr5A

Shape qualifications in Scotland, while gaining skills for your future.🙌 Whether you're studying in school, college, work or training - your voice matters! Apply to be part of our new Learner Interest Committee: https://ow.ly/Sowa50Ybzau

🙋 Qualifications reform - have your say! We've launched a survey of teachers, lecturers and learners asking for their views on proposed changes to some current National Courses. Find all the information, and complete the survey: info.sqa.org.uk/4c502lS

Qualifications Scotland has been set up to listen, learn and continue to improve how qualifications are shaped and developed. Find out more https://www.qualifications.gov.scot?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=qualifications_scotland_launch

📣NEW: Learner Interest Committee - applications open! If you're studying now, or you've completed a qualification in the last 12 months, we want to hear from you.🫵 Learn more opportunity: https://ow.ly/tPZ050Y7EmU

Have you considered becoming an exam invigilator? Reach out to your local school, college or training provider to find out about opportunities. You can also learn about the role in general on our website: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY

📣NEW OPPORTUNITY: Apply to join our Teacher and Practitioner Interest Committee. 🙋‍♂️If you're a student teacher, or currently deliver our qualifications, then we want to hear from you! Use your voice to influence the future direction of qualifications in Scotland. 👉 https://ow.ly/selt50Y8hYI

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

📣 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 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

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'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

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

📣 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.

📣 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

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.

🙋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

👋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

📣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.

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

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

🙋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

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

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

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

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

🤩 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

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

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

📢 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

📣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

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

Schools, colleges and training providers are recruiting invigilators for the 2026 exams. You’ll be given full training! Get in touch with your local school, college or training provider to chat about opportunities. Learn about the role in general on our website: info.sqa.org.uk/46HzqnY

🤩 2025 learner highlight: Emily scores career goal.⚽ Earlier this year we were delighted to share how Emily turned her love of football into a career path, thanks to a Foundation Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media.👏 Be inspired by her story once again: info.sqa.org.uk/45J0ktX

🙋Are you a teacher considering marking for SQA? Aberdeenshire-based Fiona says she received excellent support in her early years of marking. She now enjoys helping colleagues, in her role as a marking Team Leader. Read Fiona's story, and learn about current opportunities: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s

📣 Teachers and lecturers – our Understanding Standards event and webinar programme continues into January. 🔎 And remember you can also access subject-specific online resources which will help you prepare your learners for assessment. Find all the details: info.sqa.org.uk/4jAiqDo

🗓️ EXAM TIMETABLE UPDATE: We’ve listened to feedback and made final changes to the 2026 exam timetable in the following subjects: 🔵Health and Food Technology 🔵Music 🔵Urdu All other exams remain unchanged. Learn more: https://ow.ly/varN50XGjTn

We had a fantastic time celebrating the achievements of Scotland's colleges at last week's College Development Network College Awards.🎉 It was an inspiring evening which recognised the achievements of college staff and learners.🤩 Find out more about this fantastic event: info.sqa.org.uk/3KE1ZdC

From the use of GenAI tools to deadlines, Your National Qualifications includes everything you need to know around coursework and exams.🙌 Download your copy today. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/43beMKF

We’re joining Brand Scotland in continuing the celebration of Scottish achievements by marking the centenary of our Higher National (HN) qualifications! Find out more about the history of HNs: info.sqa.org.uk/3Lbxko9 #HN100 #ScotlandHighlights2025

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

🗨️ “It provided an alternative route to fulfil my dream of working in education” In the final instalment of our HN100 Spotlight Series, discover how an HN qualification provided a vital boost to Stewart’s confidence, and his career ambitions. Read Stewart's full story 👉: info.sqa.org.uk/4nGRcwS

🙋Do you teach any of the subjects listed below? If so, we’re looking for your support in marking the 2026 National Qualifications exams. Find out about the benefits of getting involved: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s

The latest webinar in our ‘Quality Assuring your Assessment Arrangements Decisions’ series is available for booking. It’s an opportunity for teachers to discuss good practice in evidencing the need for extra time. Book online: https://ow.ly/Qn0g50Xu4GL

We’re at the end of our 100-year journey through the history of Higher National (HN) qualifications. Discover more about NextGen: HN in our latest blog: info.sqa.org.uk/3Lbxko9 #HN100

Know someone sitting National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher exams next year? 💡Make sure they download a copy of Your National Qualifications - our handy guide to completing coursework and preparing for exams. It’s available online now. 👉 info.sqa.org.uk/43beMKF

📣We're recruiting markers for the 2026 exams! Foster, a Technical Education and STEM teacher, says marking has benefitted him in many ways.🙌 The chance to share advice with colleagues has seen him return to marking year after year. Learn about current opportunities: info.sqa.org.uk/4nTXN7s