Free Level 3 Assessor Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, giving you a manageable pace that fits around other commitments. You'll develop the knowledge and skills to assess learners in vocational settings, covering planning assessments, making assessment decisions, and giving feedback. This level 3 assessor qualification is recognised by employers across education, training, and workplace assessment roles.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll plan and prepare assessment activities for learners in vocational settings.
You'll assess learner competence through observation and questioning.
You'll assess learner knowledge and understanding using a range of methods.
You'll make and record assessment decisions against set criteria.
You'll give constructive feedback to learners on their performance.
You'll understand the principles and requirements of assessment.
You'll maintain accurate and up-to-date assessment records.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College alongside practical assessment activities carried out in a real workplace or training environment. Assessment includes observations of your practice, a portfolio of evidence, and professional discussions. You'll be assessed against the qualification standards throughout the year, with your assessor reviewing your evidence and progress at regular points.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assessor, working in further education or training providers
Workplace assessor, assessing staff competence on the job
NVQ assessor, supporting learners through vocational qualifications
Apprenticeship assessor, assessing apprentices in their workplace
Internal quality assurer, supporting assessment quality in a team
Training officer, delivering and assessing workplace training
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 move into overseeing assessment quality within a team.
Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice - for those moving into external verification or quality assurance roles across organisations.
CELTA or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training - if you want to move from assessing into teaching and training.
