iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) 600/3106/2

QUQALIFICATION DETAILS

 The iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) Course is designed for students who wish to assess in a variety of fields, including construction, hospitality, hairdressing and beauty, care homes, recreation, and more. Once you’ve finished, you’ll be able to use several assessment strategies to assist others.

In short, this qualification is for practitioners who may use ALL of the above listed assessment methods based upon sound assessment principles.

Qualification Purpose

The Online Course Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) Distance Learning is for practitioners who assess the demonstration of competence in a work environment using the following assessment methods: observation, examining work products, oral questioning and discussion, use of others (e.g. witnesses), learner statements and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

It is also for practitioners who assess knowledge and/or skills in vocationally-related subject areas who use the following assessment methods: assessments in simulated environments, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects, case studies and RPL. This may take place in training workshops, classrooms or other learning environments.

What Should be the Entry Requirements?

• Hold the D32, D33 or A1 award
• Level 2 written and spoken English (Equivalent to GCSE A-C)
• IT literate (Internet, Microsoft office)
• Able to understand and interpret course materials
• Self-motivated and willing to complete and achieve

Course Delivery

We facilitate this course online via e-portfolio and email support.

Course Method

The Best iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) would involve:

• Around 30 hours of online material in the form of Lessons
• Videos clearly explaining the concepts around assessments
• Audio/Podcasts clearly explaining the concepts around assessments
• Analytical reading texts
• Discussions with peers and tutor
• On-going quizzes throughout the course
• And much more

Resources

Verrolyne Training Ltd provides the following additional resources for this qualification:

Assessment Plans to Modules

You will receive detailed assessment plans for each module or unit, offering clear guidance on the assessments, tasks, or activities you need to complete as part of your qualification.

Evidence Matrices for the Competence Units (Witness Statement Plan)

These matrices will be made available to help you understand the criteria and evidence required to demonstrate competence in specific units. They provide valuable instructions on collecting and presenting evidence for your assessments.

A Learner Summative Reflection (if required)

If necessary, you will have the opportunity to engage in a learner summative reflection. This allows you to reflect on your overall learning journey, summarizing what you’ve learned, your personal growth, and the application of your knowledge and skills.

Online Platform for Observation (if Required)

In cases where observation is part of your qualification, an online platform will be provided to facilitate this process. This platform will enable assessors to observe and assess your practical or hands-on skills.

Guidance on Purchasing Recommended Books

If your qualification recommends specific textbooks or reading materials, the center will offer guidance regarding which book is right to purchase. This ensures that you have access to the essential materials needed for your studies.

 Should do this Course

The iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) is intended for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of assessment without any requirement to practice as assessors. It is a knowledge-only award. It has been designed:

• For individuals who are interested in learning more about assessment or who need to know about assessment practise as part of their role in the further education and skills sector / private sector
• For individuals who want a short qualification to enable them to make career choices
• For individuals who want to know more about assessment or who need to know about assessment practise as part of their role in the further education and skills sector / private sector
• For individuals who have completed some introduction to training qualifications

 Why choose Us?

Here at Verrolyne Training, we provide the best trainers with the QTLS status (Qualified Teacher Status: Learning & Skills, Trainer with DTLLS, CELTA, Assessor (A1), Internal Verifier (V1) and various other qualifications in the Lifelong Learning Sector (unlike some other training companies where staff might not be highly qualified).

Along with that we give our learners the Trainer with 13+ years’ of teaching/training/assessing experience, 7+ years’ full-time experience of delivering Teacher Training Qualifications like the PTLLS, L3 AET & Conflict Management courses, 3+ years’ full-time experience of delivering the TAQA (Assessors’ & Internal Verifiers’) course, 13+ years’ experience of delivering ESOL courses. So choose us and we would be happy to talk with you for the next course.

 Career Progression

iCQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) learning would include:

• A planned approach to reading and research relating to principles, theories and practice
• Evidence of a reflective approach
• Reflection on own practice grounded upon reading
• Consideration of how professional values impact on working in your area

Assessment Method  

It includes the following assessment methods (although not all of these require performance evidence):

• Observation of performance in the work environment;
• Examining products of work;
• Questioning the learner;
• Discussing with the learner;
• Use of others (witness testimony);
• Looking at learner statements; and
• Recognizing prior learning.

There is no requirement for each unit to be assessed separately. Assessors are advised to adopt a holistic approach and, where possible, to use one activity as evidence for learning outcomes and assessment criteria ICQ Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (QCF), ICQ Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (QCF) and ICQ Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF) 4 for both units.

For example, a professional discussion for the unit Assess occupational competence in the work environment (H/601/5314) might also provide some evidence for the unit Understanding the principles and practices of assessment (D/601/5313).

However, it is essential that evidence for the assessment criteria in each unit is identified individually.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) Distance Learning Courses, you would:

• Understand the principles & requirements of assessment
• Understand different types of assessment methods
• Understand how to plan assessment
• Understand how to involve learners and others in assessment
• Understand how to make assessment decisions
• Understand own contribution to the quality assurance of assessment
• Understand how to manage information relating to assessment of occupational competence
• Understand the legal and good practice requirements in relation to assessment
• Be able to plan the assessment of occupational competence
• Be able to make assessment decisions about occupational competence
• Be able to provide required information following the assessment of occupational competence
• Be able to maintain legal and good practice requirements when assessing occupational competence
• Be able to prepare assessments of vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
• Be able to carry out assessments of vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
• Be able to provide required information following the assessment of vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
• Be able to maintain legal and good practice requirements when assessing vocational skills, knowledge and understanding

What is Involved?

There are 3 mandatory units in the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement. These are:

• Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
• Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment
• Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATION