2. SVQs Business and Administration Launch Events January/February 2011

3. Purpose of Launch Event Provide an overview of the SVQ development process Introduce the new qualification structures Provide details of SQA materials produced to support SVQs Facilitate opportunities to discuss and share best practice Encourage informal Networking

4. Agenda for the day 10.30 Welcome & Introduction/ Overview of SVQs 11.00 Qualification Structures 12.00 Lunch 13.00 Best Practice in Assessment 13.45 Workshop – Approaches to Assessment 14.30 Plenary 15.00 Depart

5. SVQ Development & Delivery: An Overview

6. SVQ Delivery: Centre Support

7. Centres should refer to SQA for SVQ unit downloads, standards, Assessment Strategy and other information relating to SVQ delivery Centres should refer to CfA for information relating to the Enhancements required for Modern Apprenticeships

8. SVQ Delivery: Centre Support Information available on SQA website: General Updates Units/standards Candidate Portfolios Assessment Guidance (secure site) Assessment Strategy Unit Credit & Level information Internal Assessment Reports Update Letters Event information