Free Level 3 Assessor Course in Mansfield. Evening assessor classes run at West Notts College, so you can fit study around your existing work. You'll need to be qualified in the subject you plan to assess, have access to at least two candidates, and hold GCSE grade 4 to 9 in English and Maths (or equivalent). The course covers the principles of assessment, assessing occupational competence in the workplace, and assessing vocational skills and knowledge. It takes around 6 months part-time.
Who this course is for
Often the first step to becoming an assessor, this qualification is open to people carrying out assessments and quality assurance in most learning environments including Further Education (FE), Adult Continuing Learning, Employers, and Third Sector. This course is designed for anyone assessing and carrying out quality assurance in all occupational sectors, accredited learning, non-accredited learning (e.g. where performance is being assessed by the learner who is not undertaking a qualification), and qualifications on the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
Entry requirements
Qualified (preferably one level above) in the subject you will be assessing Access to at least two candidates who you can plan and assess at least three units with GCSE grade 4-9 in English Language and Maths (or equivalent).
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles and practices of assessment.
You'll plan and carry out assessments of occupational competence in the workplace.
You'll assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding across different settings.
You'll apply assessment methods to both accredited qualifications and non-accredited workplace learning.
You'll give constructive feedback to the candidates you assess.
You'll understand quality assurance processes in assessment.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classes at West Notts College in small groups. Assessment is practical and work-based. You'll plan and carry out assessments with at least two real candidates, covering a minimum of three units each. You'll build a portfolio of evidence from your assessment practice. There is also a knowledge component covering assessment principles, assessed through written tasks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to at least two candidates in your workplace or learning environment who you can assess across at least three units.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assessor: assess learners working toward vocational qualifications
NVQ Assessor: assess NVQ candidates in workplace settings
Trainer Assessor: combine training delivery with formal assessment
Workplace Assessor: assess staff competence within a company
Further Education Assessor: assess learners in FE college programmes
Third Sector Assessor: assess learning in charity or community organisations
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: adds teaching and training skills alongside your assessor qualification, useful if you want to deliver as well as assess.
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: the next step if you move into quality assurance or internal verification roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: a deeper teaching qualification for those moving into FE or adult learning delivery.
