Level 4 IQA Course in Abingdon. Classes run at Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus, part-time on evenings over 36 weeks. This suits people already working in assessment or training who lead the internal quality assurance process within their organisation. Fees may apply if you are 19 or over, though some learners may be eligible for funding. You'll cover how to manage assessment quality, support assessors, and prepare for visits from awarding organisations. You'll need relevant vocational experience and a good level of English, normally GCSE grade C or grade 4, or equivalent.
Who this course is for
For practitioners who lead the internal quality assurance process within a centre/organisation and have a responsibility for managing the quality of the assessment process practice and the performance of assessors. They may also develop systems and lead on visits from outside agencies such as awarding organisations.
Entry requirements
Practitioners will need to be qualified/experienced in a vocational area and meet the requirements for quality assurance as specified by the assessment strategy of their vocational area qualification. A good level of English is required normally to GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent.
What you will learn
You'll plan and monitor the internal quality assurance of assessment within your organisation.
You'll evaluate the practice of assessors and give developmental feedback.
You'll manage risks to the quality of assessment processes.
You'll maintain records and documentation to meet quality assurance requirements.
You'll prepare for and respond to external quality assurance visits from awarding organisations.
You'll develop systems to support consistent and fair assessment practice.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom on evenings at Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus. Assessment is based on portfolio evidence drawn from your own workplace practice, including records, observation reports, and professional discussion. You will need to be in a role where you can carry out internal quality assurance activities, as the qualification is assessed through real work evidence gathered over the 36 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abingdon and Witney College Abingdon Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Internal Quality Assurer (IQA): oversee assessment quality within a training provider or employer
Lead Internal Verifier: manage verification processes across a team of assessors
Quality Assurance Manager: lead quality systems for vocational training programmes
Assessor and IQA: combine assessing learners with quality assurance responsibilities
Training Manager: oversee staff development and assessment standards
Compliance and Standards Officer: ensure training meets regulatory and awarding body requirements
What you could study next
Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: move into external quality assurance roles, working on behalf of awarding organisations.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: broaden into teaching and training leadership if you work across further education or workplace learning.
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management: relevant if your IQA role sits within a wider HR or learning and development function.
