Notes:
1. The above table lists only qualifications at Entry and levels 1 - 3 that are accredited to the NQF or SCQF. It is however recognised that there are qualifications within the  sector that are recognised by industry that are not accredited to the NQF.
2. NQ denotes qualifications accredited to the SCQF. No figures for Scottish  vocational qualifications at higher levels are currently available.
3. VRQ for levels 4 and 5 denotes qualifications that are offered through HE Institutions and Universities, including a wide range of Foundation Degrees, HNC, HND and other Degree programmes.

Source: Environmental and Land-based Sector Market Assessment 2003, page 57.