Free Level 3 Assessor Course in Manchester. Classes run at Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 18 weeks. You'll need a Level 3 qualification in your occupational field to join. This free assessor course is for practitioners who already assess knowledge or skills in vocationally-related subjects, using methods such as assignments, projects, skills tests, and oral and written questions. Assessment may take place in training workshops, classrooms, or other learning environments.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement is for practitioners who assess knowledge and/or skills in vocationally-related subject areas who use the following assessment methods: assessments in simulated environments, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects and case studies. This may take place in training workshops, classrooms or other learning environments.
Entry requirements
L3 in occupational field
What you will learn
You'll plan and carry out assessments using a range of methods, including skills tests, assignments, and projects.
You'll assess learners in simulated environments and real learning settings.
You'll use oral and written questioning to check knowledge and understanding.
You'll make and record assessment decisions fairly and consistently.
You'll give constructive feedback to learners on their performance.
You'll understand the principles and practices of assessment in vocational contexts.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at the Middleton Campus. Assessment methods include assignments, projects, case studies, skills tests, and oral and written questions. You'll be assessed on your ability to plan and carry out assessments in your own vocational area. Your assessor will observe your practice and review your evidence throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vocational assessor. Assess learners in your specialist subject area.
Workplace trainer and assessor. Deliver and assess training in employment settings.
NVQ assessor. Assess competence-based qualifications in your sector.
Training coordinator. Organise and oversee assessment activity within organisations.
Apprenticeship assessor. Support and assess apprentices in vocational programmes.
Skills coach. Guide learners through work-based and classroom assessments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment. Broadens your understanding of assessment theory if you want to assess a wider range of qualifications.
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice. The next step if you want to move into quality assurance and oversee other assessors.
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role alongside your assessing work.
