Level 4 IQA Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College, part-time during the day over 45 weeks. You'll build your knowledge and skills in internal quality assurance of assessment, learning how to maintain standards and support assessors in your organisation. Delivery is through one-to-one tutorials on a flexible basis, with your assessor visiting your workplace every three to four weeks. To enrol, you'll need a relevant assessor qualification, appropriate vocational experience, and access to at least two assessors working with work-based students. NCFE Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice with certificate.
Who this course is for
This programme of study develops your knowledge and skills in quality assurance of assessment (IQA), ensuring standards are maintained to a high level and students’ needs are met. You will have the opportunity to develop and improve your practice and achieve a recognised professional qualification. The course will be delivered through 1-1 tutorials 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 achieve this qualification.What are the benefits?Gain a recognised qualification in internal quality assurance to evidence your professionalism: a qualification is often required by awarding bodiesDevelop your knowledge, skills and practice in quality assurance of assessment practiceEmbed best practice in internal verification (IQA)Contribute to increased efficiency and effectiveness of assessment and verification within your organisation
Entry requirements
A relevant Assessor qualificationA 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 assessors who are assessing work-based studentsAccess to a qualified, experienced Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) to help support you in the internal verification process
What you will learn
You'll plan and monitor internal quality assurance of assessment within your organisation.
You'll evaluate assessor practice and provide constructive feedback to improve standards.
You'll understand and apply your organisation's policies and procedures for quality assurance.
You'll maintain accurate records of internal quality assurance activity.
You'll support assessors in making consistent and fair assessment decisions.
You'll contribute to standardisation activities across your assessment team.
How you will learn
Learning is delivered through one-to-one tutorials arranged on a flexible basis to fit around your work commitments. Your assessor visits you in the workplace every three to four weeks to observe your practice, review evidence, and provide guidance. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your real workplace activity, demonstrating your competence in internal quality assurance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to be working in a role where you have access to at least two assessors who are assessing work-based students, and access to a qualified, experienced Internal Quality Assurer to support you through the process.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Internal Quality Assurer (IQA): oversee and monitor assessment standards in your organisation
Lead Internal Verifier: take responsibility for quality assurance across a team of assessors
Qualifications Manager: manage assessment and verification processes organisation-wide
Training and Development Manager: lead quality and compliance in workplace learning programmes
Awarding Body External Quality Assurer: monitor standards across multiple training providers
What you could study next
Level 4 Award in Education and Training: broadens your teaching and training skills alongside your IQA role.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: a deeper qualification for those moving into senior training or teaching roles.
Level 5 Leadership and Management qualifications: relevant if you're moving into a management role overseeing training functions.
