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Sector Qualifications Strategy (SQS)
The Sector Qualifications Strategy (SQS) is a complete evaluation of all qualifications in our sector.
It is a critical part of the qualification reform programme for our industries, and aims to put qualifications in place that are needed and valued by employers. The strategy is part of a wider qualifications reform programme and will be continuously updated.
It is a three stage process:
- Developing the strategy: articulating a vision for what is required
- Developing action plans: agreeing how that vision will be met
- Developing qualifications: awarding body action to develop the right qualifications
The first stage of the process has been completed, and we have produced detailed action plans (see below) setting out an ambitious programme to roll out new qualifications.
Please choose from the options below to find out more:
View the plans for England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales | View the qualification grids for each of our 14 industries. |
The complete Sector Qualifications Strategy is now available. 
If you don't have time to read the whole document, 