Assessing Vocational Related Achievement

This award is for those who assess in workshop or classroom-based environments using assessment methods such as simulations, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects, case studies, recognising prior learning.

In order to pass the award, the evidence that you present for assessment needs to demonstrate that you can meet all of the learning outcomes.

• Unit 1 Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
• Unit 2 Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

Details of the award can be located here. The Assessor will also provide guidance on the award.

You must be working or volunteering in an assessment centre with access to a minimum of two students who are working towards their NVQ/QCF programme. You must also be occupationally competent in the area you wish to assess.

Assessment methods include simulations, skills tests, oral and written questions, assignments, projects, case studies, recognising prior learning. There are no exams.

It is a requirement of enrolment that you submit work, contact or meet with your assessor at least once a month.

Completion of this award can lead to employment. You may also progress to the Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment.