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The Level 3 qualifications for assessment consist of four separate qualifications:-

Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment – a knowledge-only award for those who are starting their journey as an assessor, or aspire to become an assessor but are not currently practising.

Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment – for practitioners who assess the demonstration of competence in a work environment using the following assessment methods:  observation, examining work products, oral questions, discussion, etc.

Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement – for practitioners who assess knowledge and/or skills in vocationally related subject areas who use the following assessment methods:  assessment in simulated environments, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects, etc.

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement – for practitioners who may use ALL of the above assessment methods based on sound assessment methods.

There are no entry requirements for the Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment.

The remaining three qualifications require you to have vocational qualifications and relevant practical experience in the vocational area you wish to assess.

You will also need access to at least two learners who are currently working towards vocational qualifications, or being assessed against in-house standards.

You should be able to complete this award in 8 - 10 months.

You need to attend an initial induction session of one-and-a-half hours. During your induction an individual support package will be agreed with you for the remainder of your programme.  The package will involve you attending meetings with your assessor, and being observed in your workplace.  This support will enable you to construct your evidence portfolio.

Course fees:

Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
TBC*
Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
TBC*
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
TBC*

*There is an additional charge of £143 per month for every month over the enrolment period.

If you are aged between 19 to 23 and you have not already achieved a full level 3 (or above) qualification, then your course may be free.

If you are aged over 19 and have achieved a full level 3 qualification or are aged over 24 you are probably eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan from the government to cover your tuition fees.

For more detailed information on financial support please contact the Financial Support Team on 01924 789304.

You can also get more details by going to: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/overview.

Different fees apply to international/overseas students

For more detailed information on financial support please contact the Financial Support Team on 01924 789304.

You can also get more details about the loan by going to: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/overview.

Please complete a part-time application form.

If you require an application form please contact Course Information on 01924 789111.

Please contact Business Development on 01924 789761 or email businessdevelopment@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk

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