Free Level 3 Assessor Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, part-time during the day. This is a manageable pace of study, with sessions that fit around other commitments. You'll develop the skills to assess learners in vocational and work-based settings. The course covers planning assessments, making assessment decisions, and giving feedback. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll plan and prepare assessments for learners in vocational settings.
You'll make and record fair assessment decisions against set criteria.
You'll give clear, constructive feedback to learners on their performance.
You'll understand the principles and practices of assessment.
You'll manage risks and ensure your assessments are valid and reliable.
You'll reflect on your own assessment practice and identify improvements.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bedford College. Learning is delivered face-to-face, with tutor support throughout. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and observation of your assessment practice in a real vocational context. You'll gather evidence to demonstrate your competence as an assessor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vocational assessor: assess learners working toward NVQs and vocational qualifications
Workplace trainer and assessor: train and assess staff in your industry
Internal quality assurer: support assessment quality within a training provider
Apprenticeship assessor: assess apprentices in the workplace
Skills coach: guide learners through work-based programmes
Training coordinator: organise and oversee staff development and assessment
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment: a complementary qualification that deepens your understanding of assessment theory.
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: the next step if you want to oversee and quality-assure assessment within an organisation.
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training: broadens your skills into teaching and training, alongside assessing.
