Level 3 Assessor Course. Work-based training at your workplace. The course is fee remitted for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. You train while working in an assessing role, building your skills on the job over around one year. The course covers how to plan, carry out, and record assessments of vocational learners in workplace and classroom settings. It suits those already working as assessors or moving into an assessing role.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll plan and prepare assessments for vocational learners in real work settings.
You'll carry out observations and professional discussions to gather evidence.
You'll make assessment decisions and give constructive feedback.
You'll maintain accurate and up-to-date assessment records.
You'll understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of an assessor.
You'll work to the standards required by awarding organisations.
How you will learn
You learn through your day-to-day work in an assessing role. Assessment is portfolio-based. You gather evidence of your practice, including observation records, assessment plans, and feedback you have given to learners. A qualified assessor will observe you at work and review your portfolio. You may also complete written questions or professional discussions to demonstrate your knowledge.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assessor. Assess vocational learners in workplace or college settings.
Internal quality assurer. Monitor and standardise assessment practice across a team.
Training officer. Design and deliver workplace training programmes.
Apprenticeship assessor. Assess apprentices against occupational standards.
Skills coach. Support learners through work-based qualifications.
Vocational tutor. Teach and assess on vocational programmes in further education.
What you could study next
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice. The natural next step if you move into quality assuring the work of other assessors.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Suitable if you want to move into a teaching or tutoring role in further education.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. A shorter route into teaching if you are not ready for the full Diploma.
