SVQ Sports Turf SCQF level 6
The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Sports Turf at SCQF level 6 allows learners to demonstrate competence in their particular area of work. It covers areas such as: implementing plans for the management of sports turf areas; plan and set out sports turf areas; promoting, monitoring and maintaining health, safety and security; managing resources; co-ordinating planting of crops or plants as well as maintaining land drainage and irrigation systems.
Designed in partnership with the Sector Skills Council Lantra, this SVQ gives learners an internationally recognised qualification that guarantees they have the skills, knowledge and abilities to carry out their role successfully.
The SVQ in Sports Turf at SCQF level 6 is available through employers and training providers.
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Why deliver this qualification
Upon successful completion, learners will gain an international recognised qualification which 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.
As assessment is carried out in the workplace this minimises any time learners would need to be away from their work.
Candidates can progress to a range of qualifications including HNC or HND Golf Course Management,
The SVQ can be offered in any of the following modes:
- full-time
- part-time (eg day-release)
- open and distance learning
The achievement of other qualifications such as NC Greenkeeping can contribute towards the successful completion of this award.
Who does this qualification suit
This SVQ is suitable for:
- learners who may have just left school
- individuals who are currently in employment and who wish to obtain a formal qualification
- employees who wish to obtain short, continuing professional development courses
Access
Entry is at the discretion of the centre.
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.
No prior qualifications or knowledge are required to undertake this qualification.
Progression
The level 6 award could provide progression to:
- an HNC/HND in Golf Course Management or a related area
- employment in the sports turf sector, perhaps as a greenkeeper.
Approval
Centres with devolved authority for approval should use their own internal approval process.
Centres without devolved authority require to come forward for approval and should contact SQA's Business Development Team for guidance.
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.
How to assess
For general information on how to assess this qualification, 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.
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Qualification content and delivery tools
Current
Information about the qualification(s)
Qualification Structure
Group Award Code: GR6V 23
The SVQ Sports Turf at SCQF level 6 consists of eight mandatory units and six optional units.
For details of the units making up the SVQ, please refer to the Qualification Structure (78 KB).
National Occupational Standards
Unit information for this qualification is available on our Unit Search.
Core Skills signposting
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.
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.
- Core Skills signposting (139 KB)
Modern Apprenticeships
This SVQ is a mandatory component in the SCQF Level 6 Modern Apprenticeship.
SQA also offers the following components of this Apprenticeship: GN0T 46 SQA Award in Emergency First Aid at Work at SCQF Level 6
| Unit Title | SCQF 5 |
|---|---|
| Core Skills: Communication | F427 04 |
| Core Skills: Numeracy | F42B 04 |
| Core Skills: Information and Communication Technology | F42F 04 |
| Core Skills: Problem Solving | F42K 04 |
| Core Skills: Working with Others | F42P 04 |
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Lapsing
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Qualification Structure
SVQ Sports Turf SCQF level 6
This qualification is now in its lapsing period and will finish on (31/01/2025). Centres should note:
- The qualification will be deleted from the relevant catalogue
- The qualification's content and delivery tools will remain on SQA's website until (31/01/2025) at which point they will be removed and archived
- No new centres may be approved to offer the qualification
- No candidates can be entered for the qualification
- Centres should ensure candidates complete the qualification and results are submitted to SQA before (31/01/2025)
Group Award Code: GH7X 23
The SVQ Sports Turf SCQF level 6 consists of eight mandatory Units and four optional Units.
For details of the Units making up the SVQ, please refer to the Qualification Structure (70 KB).
National Occupational Standards
Unit information for this qualification is available on our Unit Search.
Core Skills signposting
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.
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.
- Core Skills Horticulture Level 2 (1.06 MB)