Level 3 Assessor Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College Hudson Building, part-time during the day over 18 weeks. This level 3 assessor qualification trains you to assess vocational learners outside the workplace, supporting them toward their own qualifications. Learning is delivered through workshops and one-to-one tutorials on a flexible schedule. Your assessor will also visit you in your workplace every three to four weeks to guide your practice.
Who this course is for
Assessing vocational competence is a critical role in education and training. Achieving this qualification will ensure high levels of quality within the assessment process. It involves supporting students and assessing outside the work environment to enable them to achieve their qualification. The course will be delivered via workshops and 1-1 tutorials, all on a flexible basis to suit your needs. Your assessor will visit you in the workplace every three to four weeks and provide advice, guidance and support to enable you to collect evidence to achieve the qualification.What are the benefits?Gain a recognised qualification in assessmentDevelop your knowledge and understanding of assessment and evidence your commitment to thisEmbed best practice in assessmentContribute to increased efficiency and effectiveness of assessment within your organisation
Entry requirements
Evidence of a qualification, at an appropriate level, and relevant up-to-date experience in your vocational/subject-specialismBe in a position to follow your organisation’s policies and proceduresAccess to at least two students who are completing an assessed qualification (this must be regulated by an awarding organisation)Access to an allocated countersigning Assessor/Mentor and a qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) within the area you are assessing so that they can give you further suppor
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and carry out assessments of vocational learners.
You'll develop skills in giving constructive feedback to the people you assess.
You'll understand how to apply assessment methods fairly and consistently.
You'll learn how to record and report assessment decisions accurately.
You'll practise following organisational policies and procedures within the assessment process.
You'll build knowledge of quality assurance requirements in assessment.
How you will learn
The course is delivered through workshops and one-to-one tutorials at Derby College Hudson Building, with flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Your assessor will visit you in your workplace every three to four weeks. You'll be observed assessing your own learners in practice, and your work will be supported by a countersigning assessor or mentor and a qualified Internal Quality Assurer within your subject area.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College Hudson Building will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to at least two learners who are completing a regulated, assessed qualification, and you will need a countersigning assessor or mentor and a qualified Internal Quality Assurer in your subject area.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vocational assessor: assess learners working toward trade or professional qualifications.
NVQ assessor: support learners completing NVQ programmes in your specialist area.
Workplace trainer and assessor: combine training and assessment roles within your organisation.
Apprenticeship assessor: assess apprentices in your vocational subject.
Further education assessor: work within a college supporting assessed programmes.
Skills coach: guide learners through work-based qualifications and competency checks.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment: broadens your understanding of assessment theory and is often taken alongside or after this Award.
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: the next step if you want to move into quality assurance and oversee other assessors.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: suitable if you want to move into a broader teaching or training role.
