We can offer a comprehensive list learning and development courses designed to support staff working in assessment roles. They are aimed at those working in work-based learning and vocational qualification sectors.
Key courses
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £550 +VAT
Overview: This course is forÌýpractitioners who assess competence in vocationally related subject areas who use assessment methods such as observation or examining work products, oral questioning and discussion, use of witnesses or learner statements and recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). These assessments may take place in training workshops, classrooms or other learning environments.Ìý
It covers topics in,
- Assessment MethodsÌý
- Effective Assessment PlanningÌýÌý
- Legal and Ethical ConsiderationsÌý
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £550 +VAT
Overview:ÌýThis course is for practitioners who assess knowledge and/or skills in vocationally-related subject areas assessment methods such as assessments in simulated environments, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects, case studies and RPL.Ìý
Topics covered include,
- Assessment methodsÌý
- Designing effective assessmentsÌý
- Recognition of prior learningÌý
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £650 +VAT
Overview: This qualification is for anyone interested in or embarking on a role in teaching, or training within adult or alternative education, or learning support roles in another organisation. No prior training experience is required, but delivery of a microteach session is necessary to pass. Participants will gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a trainer in relation to legislation, EDI, and meeting learners needs. They will be able to sequence learning, plan and deliver sessions. They will also be able to identify the characteristics of effective assessment and feedback.
Topics covered include,
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Session Planning and Delivery Ìý
- Effective Assessment and FeedbackÌý
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £415 +VAT
Overview: This qualification is for anyone interested in or embarking on a role in teaching, or training within adult or alternative education, or learning support roles in another organisation. No prior training experience is required, but delivery of a microteach session is necessary to pass. Participants will gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a trainer in relation to legislation, EDI, and meeting learners needs. They will be able to sequence learning, plan and deliver sessions. They will also be able to identify the characteristics of effective assessment and feedback.
Topics covered include,
- Trainer Roles and ResponsibilitiesÌý
- Session Planning and DeliveryÌý
- Assessment and FeedbackÌý
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £650 +VAT
Overview: This course is for professionals who assess both occupational competence in the workplace, as well as vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than at work (for example, in workshops, classrooms or other training environments). It is an industry standard qualification equipping learners with the skills they need to assess the competence of learners and their vocational knowledge in almost any sector. Those completing the course are qualified to pursue a wide range of assessor roles.Ìý
Topics covered include,
- Assessment of Occupational CompetenceÌýÌý
- Vocational Skills AssessmentÌý
- Sector-Wide Assessment PracticesÌý
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £650 +VAT
Overview: This course is for candidates in an Internal Quality Assurance role looking to progress in the quality assurance sector. It supports practitioners conducting internal quality assurance of the assessment process within a centre or organisation by sample planning, monitoring and advising on the practice of assessors.
Topics covered include,
- Internal Quality Assurance Processes:ÌýÌý
- Sample Planning and MonitoringÌý
- Advising and Support
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £650 +VAT
Overview: This is a knowledge-only course for those who are starting their journey as an internal quality assurance practitioner, or for those who need to know about internal quality assurance but who are not carrying out quality assurance themselves. This might include experienced assessors or centre managers, HR or quality assurance personnel.
Topics covered include,
- Fundamentals of Internal Quality AssuranceÌý
- Roles and ResponsibilitiesÌý
- Quality Assurance ProcessesÌý
Location: Hybrid learning
Cohort size:Ìý8
Cost: £450 +VAT
Overview: For practitioners who lead the internal quality assurance process within a centre/organisation and have a responsibility for managing the quality of the assessment process, practice and the performance of assessors. They may also develop systems and have line management responsibilities whilst leading on External Quality Assurance (EQA) visits. This qualification will require the learner to have completed the City & Guilds Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice.Ìý
Topics covered include,
- Leadership in Internal Quality AssuranceÌý
- Development and Management of Quality SystemsÌý
- External Quality Assurance (EQA) CoordinationÌý
Booking Information
- VAT: All courses are subject to VAT.Ìý
- Booking Options: We can facilitate both individual bookings and invoicing for organisations looking to place a group booking.ÌýÌý
As part of our commercial offer we can provide bespoke training solutions for our courses that are designed to match your needs, including designated cohorts and tailored modules.
We also deliver Learning and Development courses for those working in the training and work-based learning sector.
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