The TAQA Level 3 Assessors Award is a qualification for practitioners
assessing competence in the work environment. These were previously called the D
Units or Assessor and Verifier Awards but are now known as the TAQA (Training,
Assessor and Quality Assurance) Awards. For some qualifications it is stipulated
by the Awarding Organisation that assessors must hold a relevant assessor
qualification. This is an ‘in service’ award and candidates must have access to
trainees (by job role or placement) in order to complete the process.
Features & Benefits
There are many areas in the skills sector where qualifications are gained by
on-the-job assessment. Bricklaying, Hairdressing, Health and Social Care,
Customer Service and apprenticeship programmes are all examples of areas where
such assessment takes place. This means there is a need for trained staff to
undertake the role of the assessor for these qualifications. In order to do this
you need qualifications and experience in the specific skills area and a
knowledge of the assessment approach as demonstrated by holding a relevant
assessor qualifications.
Course Content
Introduction to the award and the assessment requirements
How to plan for assessment
How to assess candidate's performance and knowledge against national
standards
How to record and process assessment decisions
How to standardise assessment decisions
Observation of assessment and feedback skills in the workplace
Building a portfolio of evidence
The programme is flexible and includes a blend of tutorials, independent
study, written work, gathering of evidence, observation of practice and
portfolio building.
Entry Requirements
Candidates for this qualification must:
Have access to an appropriate assessment centre
Have access to at least 2 candidates to be assessed
Have access to an assessor/mentor for countersigning
Have the potential to study at this level (A-level equivalent)
Have occupational competency in the qualification they are
assessing
Progression
Qualified practitioners who have at least one years’ experience in an assessor role (after certification) can progress to the Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Award if a potential IQA role has been secured and entry requirements have been fulfilled.
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