Level 4 IQA Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You train while working in an assessor or quality role, applying your learning directly to your current practice. The course deepens your understanding of verification processes and quality assurance methods across your sector. It typically takes 3 months to complete. To enrol, you'll need an A1 Assessor Award and occupational competence in the area you'll be verifying.
Who this course is for
The course not only enables you to gain a Qualification within a specific sector but also to develop a greater understanding of the processes and methods of verification.
Entry requirements
A1 Assessor Award. Occupational competence in the area(s) to be verified.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles and practices of internal quality assurance.
You'll plan and carry out internal quality assurance of assessment.
You'll evaluate and improve assessment practice within your organisation.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of an internal quality assurer.
You'll apply verification methods to assessment decisions in your sector.
You'll maintain accurate records of quality assurance activity.
How you will learn
You learn through your day-to-day work role. Assessment is practice-based: you'll be observed carrying out internal quality assurance activities and will build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your workplace. You'll also complete written questions or professional discussion to demonstrate your understanding of quality assurance principles and processes.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. DTN Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Internal Quality Assurer (IQA): oversee and standardise assessment in your organisation
Internal Verifier: check and quality-assure assessor decisions
Quality Assurance Manager: lead quality processes across a training or assessment team
Curriculum Manager: manage assessment standards in a college or training provider
Assessor Team Leader: support and monitor a team of assessors
What you could study next
Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: move into external quality assurance roles, working across multiple organisations on behalf of an awarding body.
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training: suitable if you want to move into a teaching or training management role alongside your quality assurance work.
