This three-unit qualification is intended for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills in a non-work based setting.
The qualification is delivered via eLearning and a one-day face-to-face workshop. Preview the eLearning resource here.
Please note, to be eligible for this qualification, learners must have access to at least two candidates to gather assessment evidence.
Structure |
Unit 1: Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment |
Accreditation |
The qualification is externally accredited by Edexcel. |
Certification |
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement. |
Entry requirements |
Learners must be aged 19 and above to access this course. Learners must be qualified and technically competent in the specific discipline they wish to assess. Learners must have access to at least two candidates carrying out assessments within a vocational and work based setting or two candidates carrying out work based assessment and two candidates carrying out vocationally related assessment (four candidates in total) in order to gather assessment evidence. |
Assessment |
Please see the Fees and resources section to view alternative video evidence options. |
Fees and resources |
Assessor Gold: £650 per learner Customised course option - save £1,200 Fees for direct observation For details of YMCA Awards Professional Development approved assessors please email awards.info@ymca.co.uk |
Progression routes |
Having completed the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement and gained experience assessing, the natural next step is to study for the Internal Quality Assurer course. |