🎄 Day 5 of the #SCQF Christmas countdown!
Today’s fact focuses on a popular pathway in Scotland’s colleges.
See where it sits on the Framework, and how it compares to other qualifications, at scqf.org.uk/the-framewor...
#SCQFChristmas #AllLearningCounts #SCQF #ChooseCollege
🤝 School College Partnership Event
📅 Tuesday 4 November 2025, 4-5pm
👉 Chaired by Andy Witty from @collegesscot.bsky.social, with guest speakers from @bonessacademy.bsky.social & @DunfermlineHS.
🔗 Register at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1733310370...
#AllLearningCounts #SCQF #ChooseCollege
Thinking about your future?
Get the skills that employers are hungry for with an HNC or HND qualification🦅😋
#ChooseCollege 💙
Find out more @sqanews.bsky.social : bit.ly/3HKqaWq
That’s a wrap on #ChooseCollege 2025!💙
Six weeks, hundreds of stories, and one amazing message: Scotland’s colleges inspire, empower, and shape the future.
Thank you to everyone who shared — you’ve helped show why students should #ChooseCollege! 🌟
cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
In our latest guest blog, Scotland's Chief Examining Officer, Donna Stewart, reflects on surpassing 100,000 vocational and technical qualifications awarded for the first time: bit.ly/3UDMtjr @sqanews.bsky.social
#SQAexams #examresults #choosecollege
It’s the final week of #ChooseCollege! 🎓
We’ve loved seeing your posts celebrating Scotland’s colleges 💙
Let’s give one last big push to showcase the impact of colleges on skills, communities & the economy - and inspire students to #ChooseCollege! 🚀
cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
Thinking about your future? Get the skills that employers are hungry for with an HNC or HND qualification.
Find out more: info.sqa.org.uk/HN__Qualifications
#ChooseCollege
Thinking about college? Colleges offer qualifications from SCQF levels 1 -10, with most sitting at levels 4-8. That means every step you take is part of a recognised, flexible learning journey. Learn how SCQF levels help map your progress at scqf.org.uk
#ChooseCollege
We’re over halfway through the #ChooseCollege campaign and absolutely loving your posts sharing why the world should #ChooseCollege! 🤩💙
Let’s keep the momentum going — find out how you can get involved 👇
cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
Received your #SQAresults and not ready for university?
College can be a stepping stone - some courses offer direct entry to 2nd or 3rd year, so you still graduate in 4 years! 🙌
Check out the valuable qualifications colleges offer: info.sqa.org.uk/4lty5FH
#ChooseCollege
Choosing college could be the start of something life-changing. Lee Ryan’s journey with Newbattle Abbey College shows how the right support and environment can help you thrive and grow in confidence. 🌱
👉 Be inspired: scqf.org.uk/case-studies...
#ChooseCollege #SCQF
What a two days! 💥
The CDN team came together to co-create our 2025–26 Delivery Plan — full of strategy, passion & laughs.
Big thanks to Cath Cooney for brilliant facilitation.
We may be small, but we’ve got BIG love for the college sector 💙
#LoveScotlandsColleges #ChooseCollege #YourCDN
🎓 Thinking about your next steps after school? College could be your gateway to a bright future.
Amy, a student at South Lanarkshire College, is building skills and confidence - and she’s excited about what the future holds .
🎥 Watch her story: youtu.be/VpdWmov3rz4
#ChooseCollege
🎉 It’s already Week 3 of the #ChooseCollege campaign – we’re halfway through!
We’ve loved hearing your inspiring stories and seeing the incredible reasons you're encouraging students to #ChooseCollege. 💬✨
There’s still time to get involved - find out how:
cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
College isn't just about theory! Gain the practical skills, work placements, and knowledge to get a head start in your career. 🏃
You’ll also walk away with a valuable SQA qualification – explore our range of HNCs/HNDs: info.sqa.org.uk/4lty5FH
#ChooseCollege
Students in Scotland — don’t wait for exam results or an offer to apply for SAAS funding! 💡
You can update your course details later. Apply now and get ahead.
👉 www.saas.gov.uk
#ChooseCollege 💙
It’s Week 2 of the #ChooseCollege campaign! 💙
Scotland’s colleges are uniting to celebrate their impact on skills, communities & the economy.
Let’s inspire the next generation to explore all that college has to offer.
👉 www.cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
Congratulations to Fife College, Glasgow Clyde College and Glasgow Kelvin College on being named finalists for this year's International Green Gown Awards - these are great examples of the innovative sustainability initiatives happening in Scotland's colleges. bit.ly/4lSnep4 #choosecollege
With flexible access and interactive features, Scholar is frequently used in Scotland’s colleges to support:
• Distance learning,
• SWAP (Scottish Wider Access Programme) courses
• ESOL; and
• HN (Higher National) courses.
#ChooseCollege
scholar.hw.ac.uk/scholar-for-...
🙋Do you know someone who has left school recently?
With colleges offering valuable qualifications and pathways to university, it’s a smart next step.
Browse our range of HNC/HNDs to see what's on offer👉info.sqa.org.uk/4lty5FH
#ChooseCollege
Thinking about your next steps after school? Gain the skills employers really value with a
college course!
#ChooseCollege
📣 The #ChooseCollege national campaign kicks off Monday!
For the next 6 weeks, we’re celebrating the power of Scotland’s colleges — transforming lives, building skills, and driving our future.
🎓 Share your story.
📢 Inspire others.
🙌 Get involved.
🔗 cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
The national #ChooseCollege campaign is back! 💙
From 14 July–22 Aug, colleges across Scotland are shouting about the power of college — in education, skills, communities & the economy.
📢 bit.ly/3G9ge8j
Let’s show the world why they should... #ChooseCollege!
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75,000 students are studying in colleges as part of their employment. More facts at bit.ly/449twcG #choosecollege
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Colleges deliver 20% of all higher education in Scotland. More facts at bit.ly/449twcG #choosecollege
College is the most popular destination for school leavers with over half (52%) from S4 and 38% from S5 going into further education. More facts at bit.ly/449twcG #choosecollege
There are 218,145 students in Scotland's colleges. More facts at bit.ly/449twcG #choosecollege
Our annual Keyfacts booklet has been published bit.ly/449twcG #choosecollege
The #ChooseCollege campaign returns 14 July!💙
Scotland’s colleges unite to show the power of education, skills & community, and to encourage potential students to Choose College!
🙌 Share your story using #ChooseCollege
📢 Get involved & download the toolkit:
cdn.ac.uk/choose-college/
📣 Just over 1 month to enter #CollegeAwards!
Enter the CDN College Awards 2025 and celebrate innovation, excellence & achievement in Scotland’s colleges. 🌟
🗓 Deadline: 26 June at 5PM
🎯 View categories & submit 👇
cdn.ac.uk/college-awar...
#CollegeAwards 🏆
#ChooseCollege 💙