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Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)

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Course Overview:

Advance Your Career with the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)!

Looking to boost your career? The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) is your path to becoming a skilled vocational assessor. Whether you’re just starting out or want to build on your existing skills, this course gives you the tools you need for success in vocational assessment.

Why choose this course?

  • Comprehensive Learning: Learn the principles and practices of assessment. Our course combines theory with practical application, helping you understand and confidently apply what you’ve learned.
  • Real-World Experience: Gain hands-on experience by assessing workplace competence. This prepares you to work effectively as a vocational assessor.
  • Versatile Skills: Develop the ability to assess skills, knowledge, and understanding in various settings like classrooms, workshops, or workplaces.
  • Legal Knowledge: Understand the legal requirements of assessment practices. You’ll leave the course as a skilled and compliant professional.
  • Self-Improvement: Learn to evaluate your own skills and knowledge, helping you grow and stay competitive in your field.

Take the next step in your career. Enrol today and become a recognised vocational assessor ready to meet the needs of learners and employers alike. Start your journey to professional success now!

Description:

The “Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)” is a comprehensive program that equips assessment staff with essential knowledge and practical skills. This qualification comprises three units, allowing learners to earn a total of 12 credits. Typically completed within 3-6 months by distance learning students, the course offers a maximum completion window of 12 months. To achieve the full 15 credits, participants must successfully complete all three mandatory units. They are as follows:

  1. Understanding the principles and practices of assessment.
  2. Assessing occupational competence in the work environment.
  3. Assessing vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding.


Additionally, participants will learn to:

  1. Utilise various assessment methods effectively.
  2. Manage assessment-related information efficiently.
  3. Make informed assessment decisions.
  4. Ensure the quality and compliance of assessments with legal and best practice standards.
  5. Strategically plan assessments of occupational competence.
  6. Acquire proficiency in assessing vocational skills, knowledge, and comprehension.
  7. Develop the ability to assess occupational competence within a workplace context.
  8. Gain insights into assessment principles and requirements.

Upon course completion, individuals will be well-prepared to conduct assessments of vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding, meeting the necessary standards and requirements.

Please Note: Thames College is the affiliate partner of Janets. Under the affiliate partnership/program, this Qualification will be delivered and assessed by Janets.

Why Choose Thames College?

Thames College offers you the benefit of —

  • Learn with engaging voice-over and visual elements to facilitate your learning process.
  • Opportunity to gain a Recognised Qualification
  • Receive round-the-clock access to expert assistance.
  • Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your progress.
  • Study at your own schedule from the convenience of your own home.

Qualification Purpose:

The primary objective of this qualification is to validate an individual’s proficiency in an occupational position, aligning with the established industry standards. This comprehensive Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) program empowers learners to cultivate the knowledge and skills essential for precise evaluation of occupational competence, whether in a workplace setting or beyond.

Who Is This Course For?

The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement from Focus Awards is designed for individuals who evaluate both job-related proficiency within a workplace and vocational skills, as well as knowledge and comprehension in settings such as workshops, classrooms, or other training environments, distinct from assessing competence within a work setting.

Entry Requirements:

This qualification has no specific entry requirements and is accredited for learners aged 19 years and above, including those with a minimum of a high school education and Level 3 AET (Award in Education and Training).

Progression:

After completing the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA), learners often have several course progression options to further their education and career development:

  1. Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA): This qualification is suitable for those who wish to become internal quality assurers, ensuring that assessment processes and practices meet industry standards.
  2. Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET): For those interested in becoming educators or trainers, this qualification focuses on the skills and knowledge required to teach in various learning environments.
  3. Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA): This qualification is designed for individuals who want to take on leadership roles in quality assurance within assessment processes.
  4. Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET): This advanced qualification is suitable for educators and trainers looking to enhance their teaching skills and knowledge
  5. Progression to higher education: Completing CAVA can also be a stepping stone for individuals interested in pursuing a higher education degree in education, training, or related fields.
  6. Specialised training courses: Depending on career goals, learners can choose from a variety of specialised training courses in areas such as leadership, management, or specific vocational subjects.

Total Qualification Time:

The Total Qualification Time (TQT) includes both guided learning hours (GLH) and an approximation of the hours a student is expected to dedicate to independent preparation, studying, or any other learning activities, including assessments, that are directed by educational staff but not directly supervised by them. The credit value of a qualification is determined by TQT, with one credit equivalent to 10 hours of learning. The Total Qualification Time for this specific qualification is 150 hours.

Guided Learning Hours:

The term “Guided Learning Hours” encompasses all instances of direct interaction, support, or oversight provided to a learner by an educator, supervisor, tutor, trainer, or a suitable education/training provider. The specific Guided Learning Hours for this qualification amount to 84 hours.

Method of Assessment:

  1. Assessment tasks involve a series of concise assignments that you need to finish to demonstrate your understanding of the material and include references in your work.
  2. Unit 2 and Unit 3 require mandatory observation videos that should each last at least 30 minutes. Unit 1 involves a written assessment.
  3. You’re required to submit all assignments through the online portal.
  4. To pass, you must fulfil all the learning objectives; there are no grades assigned.

Career Path:

Completing CAVA opens doors to careers in assessment and quality assurance in vocational education and training. It qualifies you as a competent assessor and leads to various opportunities in the education sector. Some of them are as follows:

  1. Assessor in a Training Provider or College
  2. Internal Quality Assurer (IQA)
  3. External Quality Assurer (EQA)
  4. Training and Development
  5. Education Management and Leadership
  6. Specialised Assessment Roles
  7. Freelance or Self-Employed Assessor

Course Curriculum

Induction Form
Induction Form 00:00:00
Registration Entry Form
Registration Entry Form 00:00:00
Guidance for Achieving the Units
Unit 1 Understanding The Principles And Practices Of Assessment Guidance For Achieving The Unit 00:00:00
Unit 2 Assess Occupational Competence In The Work Environment Guidance For Achieving The Unit 00:00:00
Unit 3 Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge And Understanding Guidance For Achieving The Unit 00:00:00
Assessment Guidelines 00:00:00
Support Materials
Unit 01 : Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
LO1: Understand the Principles and Requirements of Assessment
1. Functions of Assessment in Learning and Development 01:00:00
2. Key Concepts and Principles of Assessment 01:00:00
3. Responsibilities of an Assessor 01:00:00
4. Regulations and Requirements Relevant to the Assessment 01:00:00
LO2: Understand Different Types of Assessment Method
1. Strengths and Limitations of Various Assessment Methods 01:00:00
LO3: Understand How to Plan Assessment
1. Key Factors to Consider When Planning Assessment 01:00:00
2. Benefits of Using A Holistic Approach to Assessment 01:00:00
3. How to Plan A Holistic Approach to Assessment 01:00:00
4. Types of Risks Involved in Assessment 01:00:00
5. How to Minimise Risks Through the Planning Process 01:00:00
LO4: Understand How to Involve Learners and Others in Assessment
1. Importance of Involving Learner and Others in The Assessment Process 01:00:00
2. Information That Should Be Made Available to Learners and Others 01:00:00
3. How to Use Peer and Self-Assessment Effectively 01:00:00
4. Assessment Arrangements to Meet the Needs of Individual Learners 01:00:00
LO5: Understand How to Make Assessment Decisions
1. Assessment Decisions and Judging Evidence 01:00:00
LO6: Understand Quality Assurance of the Assessment Process
1. Importance of Quality Assurance in The Assessment Process 01:00:00
2. Quality Assurance and Standardisation Procedures 01:00:00
3. Appeals, Complaints & Disputes Procedures Concerning Assessment in Own Area of Practice 01:00:00
LO7: Understand How to Manage Information Relating to Assessment
1. Importance of Following Procedures for The Management of Information Relating to Assessment 01:00:00
2. How Feedback and Questioning Contribute to the Assessment Process 01:00:00
LO8: Understand the Legal and Good Practice Requirements in Relation to Assessment
1. Legal Issues, Policies and Procedures Relevant to Assessment 01:00:00
2. Contribution of Technology in the Assessment Process 01:00:00
3. Evaluation of Requirements for Equality, Diversity 01:00:00
4. Reflective Practice and Continual Professional Development 01:00:00
Unit 02 : Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment
LO1: Be Able to Plan the Assessment of Occupational Competence
1. Assessment Planning of Occupational Competence 02:00:00
2. Communicating the Process of Assessing Occupational Competence to The Learner 02:00:00
3. Planning the Assessment of Occupational Competence to Address Learner Needs and Current Achievements 02:00:00
4. Opportunities for Holistic Assessment 02:00:00
LO2: Be Able to Make Assessment Decisions About Occupational Competence
1. Valid, Fair and Reliable Assessment Method 02:00:00
2. Making Assessment Decisions of Occupational Competence 02:00:00
3. Following Standardisation Procedures 02:00:00
4. Providing Feedback to Learners 02:00:00
LO3: Be Able to Provide Required Information Following the Assessment of Occupational Competence
1. Maintaining Records of the Related Information of the Assessment of Occupational Competence 02:00:00
2. Sharing Assessment Information with Authorised Colleagues and Procedures to Maintain the Confidentiality 02:00:00
LO4: Be Able to Maintain Legal and Good Practice Requirements When Assessing Occupational Competence
1. Relevant Policies, Procedures and Legislation Relating to The Assessment of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 01:00:00
2. Applying Requirements for Equality and Diversity and Bilingualism 01:00:00
3. Evaluation and CPD 01:00:00
4. Maintaining the Currency of Own Expertise and Competence 02:30:00
Unit 03 : Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
LO1: Be Able to Prepare Assessments of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Methods of Assessing Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding to Meet Requirements and Needs 01:00:00
2. Preparing Resources and Conditions for The Assessment 01:00:00
3. Communicating the Purpose, Requirements and Processes of Assessment to Learners 01:01:00
LO2: Be Able to Carry Out Assessments of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Assessment Management to Meet Assessment Requirements 01:00:00
2. Providing Support to Learners Within Agreed Limitations 01:00:00
3. Analysing Evidence of Learner Achievement 01:00:00
4. Making Assessment Decisions Related to Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 01:00:00
5. Standardisation Procedures 01:00:00
6. Feedback on Learners’ Achievement 01:00:00
LO3: Be Able to Provide Required Information Following the Assessment of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Maintaining Records of Assessment, Its Outcome and Learners Progress 01:00:00
2. Making Assessment Information Available to Authorised Colleagues as Required and Maintaining Confidentiality 01:00:00
LO4: Be Able to Maintain Legal and Good Practice Requirements When Assessing Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Relevant Policies, Procedures and Legislation Relating to The Assessment of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 00:59:00
2. Applying Requirements for Equality and Diversity and Bilingualism 01:01:00
3. Evaluation and CPD 01:00:00
Handouts
Equality and Diversity – Glossary of Terms 01:00:00
Equality and Diversity, and The Equality Act 2010 01:00:00
Key Feedback Words for Use During Feedback 01:00:00
Table of Assessment Types 01:00:00
Table of Example Assessment Records 01:00:00
Table of Example Assessment Requirements 01:00:00
Table of Objectives 01:00:00
Table of Resources Which Could be Used for Teaching, Learning and Assessment 01:00:00
Using Questions 01:00:00
Self-Assessment
Unit One Understanding The Principles And Practices Of Assessment – Self-Assessment Grid 01:00:00
Unit Two Assess Occupational Competence In The Work Environment – Self-Assessment Grid 01:00:00
Unit Three Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge And Understanding – Self-Assessment Grid 01:00:00
Assessment Plan
Unit 1 Understanding The Principles And Practices Of Assessment Assessment Plan 01:00:00
Unit 2 Assess Occupational Competence In The Work Environment Assessment Plan 01:00:00
Unit 3 Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge And Understanding Assessment Plan 00:00:00
Observation Checklist - For Assessors of The Assessment Units
OBSERV 1 00:00:00
OBSERV 2 00:00:00
Templates and Completed Examples
Templates
Template – Continuing Professional Development Record 00:00:00
Template – Personal Development Plan 00:00:00
Template – Reflective Learning Journal 00:00:00
Template – Standardisation Record for Assessed Work 00:00:00
Templates – A Full Set of Assessment Records 00:00:00
Table of Assessment Methods & Activities: Strengths and Limitations 01:00:00
Table of Potential Learner Needs and Points of Referral 01:00:00
Completed Examples
Completed Example of A Continuing Professional Development Record 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Full Set Of Assessment Records 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Personal Development Plan 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Reflective Learning Journal 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Standardisation Record For Assessed Work 00:00:00
Submit Your Assignments – Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)
Submit Your Assignments 00:00:00

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