NMAHP Development Framework & the Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
The minimum SCQF level for entry into the NMAHP professions is Level 9 (Ordinary Degree). Advanced Practice has been mapped to SCQF Level 11 study (Master's level). It is neither necessary nor desirable to map all post-registration education to academic levels, but where it is appropriate, the following can be used as a guide.
| Career Framework level | Minimum associated SCQF level |
|
5 Practitioner |
Level 9 – Ordinary Degree level |
|
6 Senior Practitioner |
Level 10 – Honours Degree level |
|
7 Advanced Practitioner |
Level 11 – Master’s Degree level |
|
8 Consultant Practitioner |
Level 11/12 – Master’s/Doctorate level |
References
NES (2010) Post Registration Career Development Framework. Edinburgh: NHS Education for Scotland
Scottish Government Health Workforce Directorate (2009) Guidance to NHS Boards on the Career Framework for Health. Edinburgh: Scottish Government Health Workforce Directorate
Skills for Health (2006) Career Framework for Health. Solihull: Skills for Health