Assessor Qualifications:                                                                                                                          (Code: 10016)

The outlines are a bit more complex and therefore they need further explanations and groupings

The main programmes are:

Qualification Specification

Certificate

1. QNUK Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF) Qualification Accreditation number: 601/6007/x

Awards.

2. QNUK Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (QCF) Qualification Accreditation number: 601/6005/6
3. QNUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (QCF) Qualification Accreditation number: 601/6044/4
4. QNUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (QCF) Qualification Accreditation number: 601/6066/8

The table below now shows the Unit combinations, credits, pricing and guided learning hours.

QNUK, LEVEL 3, CERTIFICATE IN ASSESSING VOCATIONAL ACHIEVMENT (QCF)

1^st Combination for the full certificate

2^nd Combination or Options for AWARDS

What You Will Learn:

Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment                                            

How to assess occupational competence in the work environment                                   

How to assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding                                       

How is it assessed?

The candidates are assessed by course work with a number of evidence produced. Evidence required is listed in a Table of criterion which must be met for a candidate to pass. The candidate can either pass or fail or referred. Referred means there is ample time before the agreed deadlines to complete the assessment. A candidate has the right to receive at least three times feed-back on the whole course work within the agree time of directed learning hours. A record sheet is completed at each feedback with the tutor and both the candidate and the tutor (assessor) must sign.

Who is it for?

• Those wishing to enter any industry that require assessors to be present for quality assurance
• Those in teaching and assessing learning and have no formal qualifications
• Those in disciplines such as engineers, technicians, hospitality, health and social care, child care. Will add value for the job markets as there are many jobs in the related industries asking for those with NVQ type of assessor qualifications.
• Those already qualified with the A1, D32/33 or the old version of assessor’s qualifications and they want to update.
• Those wishing to become independent trainers and assessors to a wide range of industry
• Those wishing or are assessing in various context such as in the work place, alternative environments eg; workshops and classrooms.

What can I do with this training?

• Be able to assess in the appropriate context of work environment or classroom or workshop
• Be able to work in various industries requiring qualified assessors
• Be able to apply for jobs in colleges and related learning institutions, e.g. Exam boards requiring assessors in your knowledge domain.
• You can become and independent freelance assessor and render your services to organisations and various companies.
• And more.

Who authored the course?

The course have been authored by QNUK and accredited through Quality Credit Framework (QCF) OFQUAL regulated.

Various exam boards accredit these programmes and West Midlands Open College is accredited by the Qualifications Network UK(QNUK). Our accreditation centre number is 15049.

What is the Duration of course?

Minimum is 8 -10 weeks on continuous professional development (CPD). No formal assessment but supportive discussion.

Maximum is 12 -38 Weeks with theoretical or knowledge skills with practical observations. Meaning you will go through a formal course work assessment. And above 6 months to 24 months for the full practical Units requiring observation and more formal assessment methods with planned external verifications by exam boards.

What is the mode of study?

There are two modes of delivery:

• Distance and Online Learning(DOL) with tutor appointments for face to face observations
• Classroom Based Learning and observations (CBL), these form part of the mandatory requirement and must attend.

When can I apply?

Today by visiting www.westmidlandsopencollege.co.uk and download an application form and create a free e-learning account by clicking on ‘Login to E-Learning Account’ on the Home page.

What is the cost for 2023 to 2024 Academic year?

FEES: For the certificate the full fee is £1260 WHICH INCLUDES TUITION AND EXAMINATION FEES, which is £60 EXAM FEE PER MODULE. THERE ARE THREE MAIN MODULES: UNIT 1, UNIT2, AND UNIT 3 AS ABOVE TABLE.

For the AWARDS you may calculate depending on the combinations and add £60.00 per module/Unit for the exam fee. Local UK Fees.

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