As of 1 February 2026, the SQA Accreditation will now be Qualifications Scotland Accreditation and Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is now Qualifications Scotland. Learn more.

Awarding Body Approval


SQA Accreditation is responsible for approving awarding bodies to deliver qualifications of social, economic, environmental or cultural benefit to Scotland.

Your organisation can become an approved awarding body if you meet SQA Accreditation's regulatory requirements.

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If you need further advice on awarding body approval, please contact the SQA Accreditation Officer.