VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement

Course Content

The qualification will cover the following areas:

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

Teaching, Learning and Assessment in Education and Training

Learners will develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of teachers and assessors, inclusive teaching practices, assessment methods, behaviour management and the planning and evaluation of teaching and learning activities.

Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment

This unit develops knowledge of assessment principles, assessment methods, quality assurance processes, assessment planning, legal responsibilities and the requirements associated with effective and reliable assessment practice.

Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment

Learners will develop the practical skills required to assess occupational competence within real workplace environments, including planning assessments, making assessment decisions, maintaining records and applying quality assurance requirements.

Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

This unit focuses on assessing learners in non-workplace environments such as classrooms, workshops and training settings through a range of assessment methods including assignments, projects, questioning and practical assessment activities.

Entry Requirement

Learners must be aged 19 years or over.

There are no formal prerequisite qualifications required to undertake this qualification. However, learners should possess appropriate vocational competence and occupational experience within the subject area they intend to assess.

Duration

This qualification includes approximately 150 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and 240 Total Qualification Time (TQT).

Training schedules may vary depending on the chosen delivery programme.

Costs

The cost of the qualification is £1990.00.

Registration fee: £250

Flexible payment options may be available.

Qualification Awarded

Upon successful completion, learners will be awarded the:

VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is achieved through:

• Portfolio of Evidence
• Written Assignments
• Professional Discussion
• Workplace Assessment Activities
• Practical Observation of Assessment Practice
• Assessment Planning and Documentation
• Internal and External Quality Assurance Processes

Learners will gain practical assessment experience by assessing other learners during the qualification. Learners must successfully complete all mandatory units and assessment requirements to achieve the qualification.

KIT Required

Uniform- Tunic, black trousers, closed shoes.

Divine Academy will provide a comprehensive product and equipment kit at no cost.

Progression Opportunities

This qualification provides progression opportunities directly into employment as a vocational assessor within workplace and training environments.

Successful learners may progress to:

• Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
• Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
• Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

T&C

Course fees are non-refundable once confirmed. Certificates are issued only after successful completion of all assessment requirements and verification procedures. Learners are expected to comply with all academy policies, assessment regulations, health and safety requirements and professional standards throughout the qualification.