Level 4 IQA Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College, part-time during the day, with 1-to-1 tutorials arranged flexibly to fit around your work and other commitments. The course runs over 45 weeks. You'll develop the skills to lead internal quality assurance, allocate and monitor the work of other IQAs, and contribute to your organisation's assessment policies and procedures. Entry requirements apply, including a relevant Level 4 IQA Award or enrolment on the relevant units, plus current experience in a vocational or subject specialism.
Who this course is for
This programme of study develops your knowledge and skills in leading the internal quality assurance of assessment (IQA), allocating and monitoring the activities of other IQAs to ensure that standards are maintained to a high level and that assessors’ 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 use blended learning methods, including MS Teams and on-site, face-to-face visits in the workplace, to provide advice, guidance and support to enable you to achieve this qualification.What are the benefits?Gain a recognised qualification in leading internal quality assurance to evidence your skills and responsibilities in developing policies and/or managing othersDevelop your knowledge, skills and practice in leading internal quality assurance (IQA)Embed best practice in internal quality assuranceContribute to increased efficiency and effectiveness of assessment, verification and quality assurance within your organisation
Entry requirements
Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice - or enrolment on the relevant unitsA qualification at an appropriate level and relevant up-to-date experience in your vocational/subject-specialismBe in a position to contribute to your organisation’s policies and proceduresBe in a position to co-ordinate the activities of other IQAs within a teamAccess to a qualified and experienced Lead IQA to support you in planning, monitoring and co-ordinating the activiti
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge and skills in leading internal quality assurance of assessment.
You'll learn how to allocate and monitor the activities of other IQAs.
You'll practise embedding best practice in internal quality assurance processes.
You'll contribute to and develop your organisation's quality assurance policies and procedures.
You'll coordinate IQA activities within a team to maintain consistent assessment standards.
You'll evaluate and improve assessor and learner support within your organisation.
How you will learn
Learning is delivered through 1-to-1 tutorials on a flexible basis. Your assessor uses blended methods, including Microsoft Teams sessions and face-to-face workplace visits. This approach lets you apply your learning directly in your own working environment. Assessment is work-based, drawing on your practice as a lead IQA within your organisation.
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 in a current role where you can contribute to IQA activities and access a qualified Lead IQA for support.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Internal Quality Assurer (IQA): lead quality assurance across your organisation's assessments
Lead Internal Verifier: oversee verification and standards across assessment teams
Quality Assurance Manager: manage assessment quality at an organisational level
Training and Assessment Manager: oversee delivery and quality of training programmes
Curriculum Quality Lead: drive quality improvement across learning and assessment
Awarding Body External Quality Assurer: monitor standards across multiple providers
What you could study next
Level 5 Education and Training qualifications: for those moving into management of learning and development programmes.
Level 5 Leadership and Management qualifications: if you want to build on your quality assurance role with broader management responsibilities.
CELTA or subject-specific teaching qualifications: if you want to move into direct teaching or training delivery alongside your IQA work.
