Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3


This qualification is intended for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the workplace (for example a workshop, classroom or other training environment).

You will cover the following units:

  • Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
  • Assess occupational competence in the work environment
  • Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding

Assessment

You will be assessed using a wide range of assessment methods which will
include:

  • Observation of your practice
  • Professional discussion
  • Reflective accounts of your own practice
  • Written assignments
  • Presentations

Your Curriculum Leader is Georgina High and she works with a very diverse team of teachers and assessors.

Learners who achieve one of these qualifications could progress to:

  • NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
  • NCFE Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above in English and maths.

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