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Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (Online)

  • ONLINE
  • LEVEL 3
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Course Overview

This course is aimed at those seeking to develop their knowledge of the principles and different aspects of being an assessor. Topics covered include planning for assessment, involving learners and others in assessment, understanding quality assurance in assessment, managing information relating to assessment, and the legal and good practice requirements assessors should be aware of.

This is an online course that requires independent study, therefore applicants must have internet access and their own suitable device such as PC or laptop. The college are unable to supply equipment. Please note a smart phone is not sufficient to study from for this course.

Please see below for further important details.

Course Code

XR3ATEA1S0

Course Fee
£200.00
Entry Requirements

This course is aimed at adults and therefore you will need to be over 19 years at the start of this academic year. You also need to demonstrate a high s...

Course information

In this course, you will look at types of assessment, the role and responsibilities of the assessor, legislation relating to assessment and considerations to be made when planning assessment. You will also learn about different ways of involving learners and others in assessment, the importance of quality assurance and how to track and monitor assessments. Other topics covered include giving feedback, using technology in assessment, CPD, and other good practice in relation to assessment.

Unit 1: Understand the principles and requirements of assessment
Unit 2: Understand how to plan assessment / understand how to involve learners and others in assessment
Unit 3: Understand how to manage information relating to assessment
Unit 4: Understand the legal and good practice requirements in relation to assessment / understand quality assurance of the assessment process

Study anytime, anywhere. We would recommend at least 3 hrs per week of self-study, depending on your prior knowledge. One of our tutors will email with you once you start the online course and will make regular contact with you. Their role is to assist you throughout the qualification and monitor your progress. We also encourage you to contact your tutor when needed. On average this qualification requires 30 hours of study. Maximum time allowed will be 12 weeks from the date you are first enrolled.

This remote online learning course allows you to study around your commitments and at a time that suits you. You will have the freedom to revisit areas of the course as little or as much as you like using online learning materials that you can study at your own pace. Commitment to study time is key to a successful outcome and timely success. Ensure you review your progress regularly and do not hesitate to make contact with your tutor if additional support is needed.

Immediate starts are possible once your application has been processed. You will be working through an elearning platform so it is essential that you have access to your own suitable device (laptop, PC, tablet, not a mobile phone), as well as good internet access.

The course consists of online assessments, in order to keep your learning on track you will receive automated reminders for submissions, please liaise with you coach/tutor should you have any questions about completing in a timely fashion. Submission of learner work will be followed by internal and external quality assurance checks.

TQUK accredited level 3 qualification (E-certificates upon achievement)

Nationally recognised qualification

Progress to Level 3 Award in Education and Training.

Level 3