Objectives:
The NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is a further qualification for individuals who want to become qualified assessors in a vocational context. It builds on the knowledge and skills developed in the Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement and provides a deeper understanding of the principles and practices of assessment.
This qualification is suitable for those who assess vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding in environments such as classrooms, workshops, training centres, and workplaces. It is particularly relevant for individuals who assess vocational qualifications such as NVQs, SVQs, and apprenticeships.
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement covers a range of topics including the principles and practices of assessment, planning and preparing for assessment, carrying out assessment, quality assurance of assessment, and legal and ethical considerations in assessment.
To achieve the qualification, learners will need to complete a range of assessments, including written assignments, practical assessments, and observations of their assessment practice. Learners will also need to build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of assessment.
Upon completing the NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, learners will have developed the skills and knowledge needed to become qualified assessors in a vocational context and to carry out assessments in a fair, reliable, and valid manner.
Entry Requirements:
To enrol in the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, you will need to have completed the Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement or have equivalent qualifications or experience in assessing. This qualification is also suitable for individuals who hold teaching qualifications or other related qualifications and who wish to develop their assessing skills.
Mandatory Units:
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement consists of 3 mandatory units having 84 GLH and 150 Hours TQT. Candidates must complete all of the following Mandatory units.
- Unit 1- Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
- Unit 2 – Assess occupational competence in the work environment
- Unit 3 – Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
NVQ Level 3 Qualification Duration:
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement can typically be completed in 3-6 months, depending on the mode of study and the individual’s pace of learning.
Who is this for the course:
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is designed for individuals who want to become qualified assessors in a vocational context. This qualification is suitable for those who assess vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding in environments such as classrooms, workshops, training centres, and workplaces.
It is particularly relevant for individuals who assess vocational qualifications such as NVQs, SVQs, and apprenticeships. If you are looking to progress your career as an assessor or to start a new career in assessing, then this course is for you.
To enrol in the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, you will need to have completed the Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement or have equivalent qualifications or experience in assessing. This qualification is also suitable for individuals who hold teaching qualifications or other related qualifications and who wish to develop their assessing skills.
Whether you are a teacher, trainer, or assessor, the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a qualified assessor in a vocational context and to carry out assessments in a fair, reliable, and valid manner.
Assessment:
The qualification is assessed through a combination of practical assessments, written assignments, and observation of practice. Learners will need to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of vocational assessment, as well as their ability to plan, carry out, and quality assessments in a fair, reliable, and valid manner.
- Unit 1 will be assessed through a variety of assignments.
- Unit 2 will be assessed in a work environment, practically assessing learners’ work, you will produce work products and audio-visual evidence
- Unit 3 will be assessed through your producing work products and audio-visual evidence after you assess learners in a classroom or training environment.
Progression
The Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is for those who assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in a workshop, classroom or other training environment rather than assessing competence in a work environment.
Results Enquiries and Appeals:
All enquiries relating to assessment or other decisions should be dealt with by centres, concerning ProQual’s Enquiries and Appeals Procedures.