Level 3 Assessor Award
Ideal for anyone who is carrying out an assessing role as a trainer or assessor. Students must have two candidates ready to assess in order to complete this qualification, as each unit requires the student to carry out two assessments with two candidates.
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Remote observations allowed with explanation why direct observation not possible.
Observations can be interactions alongside a professional discussion.
What is the Assessor Award?
Ideal for anyone who is carrying out an assessing role as a trainer or assessor, the Assessor Award qualification equips educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively assess and evaluate the learning of their students. By obtaining this qualification, educators gain a comprehensive understanding of assessment methodologies, principles of assessment, and the ability to design and implement assessment strategies. This enables them to accurately measure the progress and achievements of their learners, ensuring that they receive the appropriate support and feedback needed for their development.
Course Outline:
This qualification comprises of 3 units. Everyone must complete unit 1, but not everyone needs to complete all 3 units.
Unit 1 - Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
For those who need to know about assessment but do not need to carry out assessments, such as managers or frontline staff giving advice. This is a knowledge unit and requires you to be able to understand the principles of assessment, the different methods, how to plan assessments, involve others, make decisions, and understand quality assurance, legal and good practice requirements and how to manage information. The method of assessment of the unit is through written explanations. Although it is mandatory, this unit alone does not qualify you to assess.
Unit 2 - Assess occupational competence in the work environment
Aimed at those assessing candidates in the workplace carrying out everyday duties. Assessments in the workplace may include annual reviews and appraisals. This unit is ideal for those doing NVQ-type qualifications where assessments are carried out at work with candidates performing their everyday duties. You have to demonstrate that you can plan an assessment of occupational competence, make decisions, provide records, and follow legal and good practice requirements. The method of assessment is by observation of you carrying out an assessment in the workplace, questioning the learner, discussions with the learner, and examining their work products as well as their learner statements.
Unit 3 - Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
Aimed at those carrying out assessments in the classroom or other training environments. Assessments in the classroom may include diagnostic testing. This unit is aimed at those who carry out assessments in the classroom or other training environments. You have to prepare assessments such as tests, assignments, questions or projects, carry out these assessments, keep records and follow legal and good practice requirements. The method of assessment is by observation of you carrying out assessments of vocational skills outside the work environment. If you combine this unit with Unit 1, you will gain an Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement.
Course Delivery:
Students must have two candidates ready to assess in order to complete this qualification, as unit 2 and 3 requires the student to carry out two assessments with two candidates.
These need to be observed live by a qualified IQA or an experienced assessor can be a witness and we will then conduct a professional discussion with you to confirm your competence.
Students are required to participate in discussion topics and complete assignments. As the Assessor Award course is delivered online, you can start whenever you want, and access materials and assignments at times to suit you.
“Assessor support has been extremely responsive providing clear and concise feedback that made it easy for me to complete tasks.”
Why Choose MKLC Training?
Our qualified and experienced tutors provide dedicated support to students through regular feedback and guidance, so you are not left wondering if your latest assignment was okay, or even received!
As our Assessor Award course is delivered online, you can start whenever you want, and access materials and assignments at times to suit you.
ALL of your materials are provided online, so there are no additional costs.
FAQs
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No, you can be an assessor without being a teacher
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Everybody needs unit 1 (theory).
You then require unit 2 if assessing in the workplace, this is assessments which are not simulated and carried out in a real workplace, often assessed through observations or witness testimonies.
Unit 3 is if assessing in the classroom or a simulated environment.
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Yes, the person assessing requires their Assessor and IQA qualification and would need to provide evidence and sign declaration, if you do not have someone, there is an option to come to Milton Keynes for observation.
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No, as long as they are criteria based
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Yes, you can enrol and start at any time.
“MKLC’s process was easy to follow as everything is user friendly. The tutor’s feedback support was quick and clear and all questions were answered in a timely fashion. I always felt as if I was being fully supported and heard. This is definitely a 5 star rated organisation. I will definitely use MKLC again.”