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Level 3 Assessor Qualification (TAQA) Live Online
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Description
If you are new into the role of assessing; want to become a qualified assessor or assess learners as part of a teaching or training role, this qualification will provide you with a sound knowledge of using assessment competently and appropriately.
The course is delivered over 4 x half day workshops via Zoom, followed by 3 assignments.
Through attending this course, you will be able to understand:
The role of an assessor and others involved in the assessment process
How to plan assessment
Different assessment methods and making assessment decisions
How to involve learners and others in the assessment process
Legal and regulatory requirements relating to assessment
If you have learners to assess in the workplace or classroom environment, you can also complete practical units, which will enable you to:
Plan assessment using a range of methods
Carry out assessment using a range of methods
Make assessment decisions and provide feedback to learners
Standardise your practice with other assessors
Reflect on and improve your own practice through professional development
To do this, you will gather evidence of working with 2 learners. You will meet monthly with your Learning Advisor, who will also observe you carrying out assessment practice. This can be done online.
Further Information
This course can be completed bilingually (workshops are in English, assignments and mentoring can be done in Welsh)
There are 7 pathways for the assessor course. The one that is most suitable for you depends on if you currently assess, what, who and where you assess.
These are:
We always recommend speaking to us so we can ensure you start on the right pathway for you. Call us on 029 21679037 if you're unsure.
Benefits
First step on the ladder to becoming a qualified assessor
Interactive online workshops and one to one support to complete assignments
Course delivery, mentoring & support with an experienced assessor
Frequently Asked Questions
I don't currently have learners, am I still able to do the qualification?
If you don't currently have learners, you would complete the Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment. You would attend the 4 workshops and complete assignments only.Â
There are 2 learners who I can work with in my work place, what do I need to do?
Check with your workplace that you can be added as a Trainee Assessor with the Awarding Organisation.Â
You will need to have an induction into your organisation's procedures for assessment.Â
Ideally, Â you will need someone within your organisation who can countersign your work - they will double check that you are completing paperwork correctly, making the correct decisions, giving developmental feedback.Â
How long does the course take?
This all depends on you!
We work at your pace.Â
Typically, the knowledge unit only, takes up to 8 weeks.
The practical unit/s will take you between 3-6 months.Â
For the practical unit, we assign you a maximum of 4 meetings with your assessor. It is up to you how you use these meetings - to check work, for mentoring and advice, the observation, feedback on submitted work.Â
We are flexible and work to your timescales.Â
