Level 3 Assessor Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and other commitments. You need to be occupationally competent in the area you want to assess. This level 3 assessor qualification covers assessing competence in the workplace and assessing work-related skills in training environments such as workshops, classrooms, and training centres. The course typically takes 6 months.
Who this course is for
This is a practical-based qualification intended for learners 19 years and over who would like to be able to assess both occupational competence in the workplace, and work related skills in a training environment such as in a workshop, training centre or classroom. The course will give you the knowledge and skills required to assess work related learning to the required industry standards.
Entry requirements
You'll need to be occupationally competent in the work related area that you would like to assess in.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and prepare assessments for learners in the workplace.
You'll learn how to assess occupational competence through observation and questioning.
You'll learn how to assess work-related skills in a training environment.
You'll learn how to make and record assessment decisions against industry standards.
You'll learn how to give constructive feedback to learners after assessment.
You'll learn how to manage and review the assessment process.
How you will learn
This is a practical-based qualification. You'll be assessed through observations of your assessment practice in the workplace and in a training environment. You'll also complete written assignments and maintain a portfolio of evidence. All study is completed online, so you can work through the course at a pace that suits you.
What you will need to bring
You'll need access to a workplace or training environment where you can assess learners as part of the course. Brooks & Kirk will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assessor. Assess learners working toward vocational qualifications.
Internal Quality Assurer. Quality-check assessment decisions across a training team.
NVQ Assessor. Assess NVQ candidates in the workplace or training centre.
Trainer Assessor. Deliver training and assess learner competence in one role.
Apprenticeship Assessor. Assess apprentices against their apprenticeship standards.
Skills Coach. Support and assess learners on work-based programmes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice. The next step if you want to oversee and quality-assure assessment in your organisation.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Broadens your role into formal teaching and training delivery alongside assessment.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. A fuller teaching qualification for those moving into further education or training management.
