All Core Skills require separate certification at level SCQF 4 or above.
Communication SCQF 4
Working With Others SCQF 4
Problem Solving SCQF 4
Information and Communication Technology SCQF 4
Numeracy SCQF 4
Enhancements
The apprentice must achieve two additional outcomes, including one in Food Safety or Food Hygiene. An additional outcome should be a relevant short course at a suitable level, which is a minimum of 10 learning hours. Further details can be found in the framework section. This may be industry-specific or of broader relevance to the learner or business, and must be agreed by the learner, employer and training provider at the beginning of the Modern Apprenticeship programme and shown in the Training Plan. The enhancement outcomes must be new learning. The learner must complete these outcomes in the duration of the apprenticeship programme.
Where a certificate has an expiry date, it must be current at the time of completion of the Modern Apprenticeship.
Optional Outcomes
Additional SVQ Units/Qualifications/Training
Optional outcomes provide the opportunity for employers to provide additional learning where appropriate, depending on the job role.
Options can include units from a relevant SVQ in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF Level 5 or above; relevant short courses; and relevant professional qualifications. Further details can be found in the framework section.
Scottish Modern Apprenticeships Scottish Modern Apprenticeship Framework in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF level 5
Version 1.3
Dated November 2020
Summary of Framework
Diagram showing the contents of the Scottish Modern Apprenticeship in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF Level 5
Duration
The average length of time normally taken to achieve and demonstrate competence for all pathways is 12 months.
Mandatory outcomes
SVQ or alternative competency based qualification as identified below:
- The following must be achieved:
Qualification
Reference number
Awarding Body
SCQF level
SCQF credit points
Pathway 1 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Automated Plant Bakery Skills)
****Withdrawn****
Pathway 2 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Craft Bakery Skills)
GP41 22
GP23 22
Scottish Bakers & SQA
SQA & NSAFD
5
39-51
Pathway 3 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Brewing Skills)
GP6P 22
SQA & NSAFD
5
39-54
Pathway 4 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Dairy Skills)
GP22 22
SQA & NSAFD
5
36-52
Pathway 5 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Distribution Skills)
GP40 22 GP21 22
Scottish Bakers & SQA SQA & NSAFD
5
30-55
Pathway 6 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Fish and Shellfish Processing Skills)
GR5T 22
SQA & NSAFD
5
33-61
Pathway 7 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Food Sales and Service Skills)
GP3W 22
GP1W 22
GP24 22
Scottish Bakers & SQA
SQA & NSAFD
SQA & SFMTA
5
31-54
Pathway 8 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Fresh Produce Skills)
****Withdrawn****
Pathway 9 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Livestock Market Droving Skills)
GP70 22
SQA & SFMTA
5
32-49
Pathway 10 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Meat and Poultry Skills)
GR62 22
GR63 22
SQA & SFMTA
SQA & NSAFD
5
33-55
Pathway 11 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Production and Processing Skills)
GP1V 22
GP3V 22
SQA & NSAFD
Scottish Bakers & SQA
5
35-61
Pathway 12 – SVQ Food and Drink Operations (Food Manufacturing Excellence)
GP20 22
SQA & NSAFD
5
32-57
Work Place Core Skills
All Core Skills require separate certification at level SCQF 4 or above.
Enhancements
The apprentice must achieve two additional outcomes, including one in Food Safety or Food Hygiene. An additional outcome should be a relevant short course at a suitable level, which is a minimum of 10 learning hours. Further details can be found in the framework section. This may be industry-specific or of broader relevance to the learner or business, and must be agreed by the learner, employer and training provider at the beginning of the Modern Apprenticeship programme and shown in the Training Plan. The enhancement outcomes must be new learning. The learner must complete these outcomes in the duration of the apprenticeship programme.
Where a certificate has an expiry date, it must be current at the time of completion of the Modern Apprenticeship.
Optional Outcomes
Additional SVQ Units/Qualifications/Training
Optional outcomes provide the opportunity for employers to provide additional learning where appropriate, depending on the job role.
Options can include units from a relevant SVQ in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF Level 5 or above; relevant short courses; and relevant professional qualifications. Further details can be found in the framework section.