Level 3 Assessing Competence in the Work Environment Course in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough College, part-time during the day. Fees may be remitted if you are 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course begins. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your circumstances. This assessing competence in the work environment qualification suits those starting out as assessors, as well as managers, HR professionals, and quality assurance staff who need a solid grounding in assessment principles. The course runs over one year. You'll work through units covering assessment knowledge and, where applicable, practical competence assessment in a work environment.
Who this course is for
Unit 301 , Mandatory Unit A knowledge-only based Award for those who are starting their journey as an assessor, or for those who need to know about assessment principles but who are not currently practising e.g. a starting point for aspiring assessors or a professional development qualification for managers, human resource or quality assurance personnel. Unit 302 , Optional Unit For practitioners who assess the demonstration of competence in a work environment using the following assessment methods: observation, examining work products, oral questioning and discussion, use of others (e.g. witnesses), learner statements and recognition of prior learning (RPL). Unit 303 , Optional unit For practitioners who assess skills in simulated vocational related subject areas who use the following assessment methods: assessments in simulated environments, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects, case studies and RPL. This may take place in training workshops, classrooms or other learning environments.
Entry requirements
You must have discussion with the course coordinator to determine units of study prior to enrolment.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles and concepts underpinning assessment in the workplace.
You'll learn how to plan and prepare assessment activities for learners in a work environment.
You'll explore different assessment methods used to judge competence, including observation and questioning.
You'll understand how to make and record assessment decisions fairly and consistently.
You'll learn how to give constructive feedback to learners following assessment.
You'll understand the legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements that affect assessment practice.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in the classroom at Middlesbrough College on a part-time daytime basis. The course is structured around two units. Unit 301 is a mandatory, knowledge-based unit assessed through written tasks and questions. Unit 302 is an optional unit for those actively assessing competence in a workplace, assessed through practical evidence and observation. You must speak with the course coordinator before enrolling to confirm which units you will study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assessor, assessing learner competence in vocational settings
Internal Quality Assurer, checking assessment quality within an organisation
Training Manager, overseeing staff development and assessment processes
HR Advisor, supporting performance and competence frameworks at work
Learning and Development Coordinator, designing and evaluating workplace training
Vocational Trainer, delivering and assessing work-based qualifications
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment: a complementary knowledge unit if you want a broader grounding in assessment theory.
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: the next step if you move into quality assurance or verifier roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement: a fuller qualification covering both knowledge and competence-based assessment, recognised across many sectors.
