Dumfries and Galloway College (DGC) is always one step ahead when it comes to creating new pathways for qualifications to employment – and we are delighted to collaborate with social enterprise initiative Powering Futures to provide accreditation and external quality assurance for its SCQF Level 6 school programmes.
As a Credit Rating Body, DGC works with SCQF to enhance and expand the reach of qualifications, ensuring they meet the highest standards and effectively serve the needs of learners and professionals across Scotland.
Powering Futures have developed a new SCQF-accredited qualification that addresses emerging industry needs and skill gaps, providing school learners with up-to-date and relevant credentials.
The SCQF has 12 levels, ranging from basic introductory skills (level 1) to doctoral degrees (level 12). Each level signifies the complexity of the learning outcomes.
DGC’s partnership with Powering Futures is a story of success – and is growing every year. From five schools participating in 2022/23 with 47 students being certificated, in 2023/24 it grew to 41 schools and 337 students certificated… and now there are over 100 schools and 1,600 students this year involved in the programme.
Jennifer Tempany, Co-founder, Powering Futures, said: “Our programme allows learners to develop the critical meta-skills that employers are looking for at the same time as gaining an understanding of sustainability and how it can positively impact their future, whatever they do next.
“We are delighted DGC has fully endorsed our SCQF Level 6 programme and we look forward to working closely with them in the future.”
Joanna Campbell, CEO and Principal, Dumfries and Galloway College, said: “We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved together with Powering Futures.
“We look forward to furthering our work together and continuing to support the development of skills and knowledge that drive success. DGC and Powering Futures are committed to building on this success and exploring new opportunities to enhance the quality and impact of qualifications for school pupils.”