Free Level 3 Assessor Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, part-time during the day. The course fits around other commitments, with sessions that work at a manageable pace. You'll study the knowledge and skills needed to assess learners in vocational settings, covering planning assessments, making assessment decisions, and giving feedback. This free assessor course for adults is a recognised route into assessment roles across a wide range of industries.
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 assessment activities for learners in vocational settings.
You'll carry out observations and assess performance against set criteria.
You'll make and record assessment decisions accurately and consistently.
You'll give clear, constructive feedback to learners on their progress.
You'll understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of an assessor.
You'll work with internal quality assurance processes and requirements.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bedford College. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence drawn from your practice as an assessor, covering observations of real assessment activities, professional discussions, and written reflective accounts. You'll need to be working with learners in a vocational setting to gather the evidence required for the qualification.
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.
Apprenticeship assessor: visit and assess apprentices in the workplace.
Training assessor: work within a training provider assessing learner competence.
Skills coach: support and assess learners in work-based programmes.
Internal verifier: quality-assure assessment decisions across a team.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (City and Guilds) - the natural next step if you want to move into quality assurance and oversee other assessors.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training - broadens your role into teaching and training, alongside assessment work.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training - for those aiming toward a full teaching qualification in further education.
