The purpose and aim of Medal Test Assessments is to help teachers to provide structured and progressive learning for pupils, to encourage young people to maintain and develop their interest in Scottish Dance and to improve their standard of dancing.

The Introductory Award is suitable for young children in their first year of dancing. Although there are no formal lower and upper age limits for candidates taking these tests, Grades 1 ~ 5 are aimed at dancers aged 7 ~ 16.