Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
This nationally accredited Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment is intended for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of assessment without any requirement to practice as assessors. It also assesses the trainee Assessor’s knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices that underpin the assessment.
The objective of this qualification is to provide the essential knowledge and understanding that assessment staff need. It also offers additional units that describe competent practice. This approach gives flexibility and a greater potential to meet the needs of aspiring assessors.
How this course will empower you
By the end of the course learners will be able to:
- Understand the principles and requirements of assessment and different types of assessment method
- Understand the principles and requirements of assessment
- Understand how to plan assessment
- Understand how to make assessment decisions
- Understand quality assurance of the assessment process
- Understand the legal and good practice requirements in relation to assessment
- Gain an ideal CPD recognition
How this course is structured
To be awarded the Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment , learners are required to successfully complete 1 mandatory unit:
- Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
Entry Criteria
The qualification is designed for learners aged 19 and above. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 qualification.
What kind of support do I get during the course?
- 24/7 online access to resources
- Practical exercises, short case studies and examples that will prepare you for the final assessment
- A subject expert who will give you feedback on your formative assessments and report
- Access to library facilities for books, journals, whitepapers etc
