Level 3 Assessor Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College on Tuesday evenings, from 17:30 to 20:00. The course runs over 10 weeks, so you can fit it around your existing work. You'll cover the principles and practices of assessment, including assessing occupational competence in the workplace and vocational skills in training environments such as workshops and classrooms. Learning is closely linked to your current work setting, combining classroom sessions, remote delivery via Teams, and one-to-one tutorials. You'll need Level 2 English or above to join.
Who this course is for
19+
Entry requirements
Level 2 in English or above. No prior teaching/training experience is required, but trainee assessors must have access and be able to assess at least two learners in the workplace. It is the trainee assessor�s responsibility to find their own learners.
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles and practices of assessment in vocational and workplace settings.
You'll develop skills in assessing occupational competence in the work environment.
You'll learn how to assess vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding in training environments such as workshops and classrooms.
You'll apply quality assurance principles to your assessment practice.
You'll conduct observations and work-based assessments of learners.
You'll carry out professional discussions as part of the assessment process.
You'll plan and review learner progress through structured one-to-one meetings.
How you will learn
The course combines face-to-face classroom sessions, remote delivery via Microsoft Teams, and regular one-to-one tutorials with your tutor. Assessment methods include observations of your practice, work-based assessments, and professional discussions. You must have access to at least two learners in your workplace to assess during the course. It is your responsibility to arrange your own learners.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Surrey College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange access to at least two learners in your workplace, as this is a requirement of the qualification.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assessor. Assess learners in vocational and workplace settings.
Internal Quality Assurer. Monitor and support assessment quality within a training provider.
NVQ Assessor. Assess NVQ candidates across a range of sectors.
Vocational Trainer. Deliver and assess work-based training programmes.
Apprenticeship Assessor. Assess apprentices against occupational standards.
Skills Coach. Support learners through work-based qualifications and programmes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice. The natural next step if you move into overseeing assessment quality within your organisation.
Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice. Relevant if you progress toward an external verifier or moderator role with an awarding body.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Broadens your practice into formal teaching and training delivery alongside assessment.
