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Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3

Course code: P14206

Subject area: Teacher & Assessor Training

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Various

Course date:

1st Aug 2025 - 31st Jul 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

This course is suitable for those who are required to evaluate vocational competencies for a range of qualifications, such as apprenticeships, functional skills, teaching certificates, NVQs, awards, certificates and diplomas.
This course is roll on roll off, meaning you can start at any time. We expect you to complete your qualification within 3 - 5 months of enrolment.
This qualification is delivered as both an in person and online programme, with observations within your own work environment.
Assessment will be by written work, professional discussion, observation of carrying out assessment, witness testimony self-reflection and work products.
Course units
Unit 301 Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
Unit 302 Assess occupational competence in the work environment
Unit 303 Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
What next?
Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Qualifications
Entry criteria
Learners will need to have a good standard of written and verbal communication skills (to at least GCSE level grade C/4). Learners need to be currently working with students who are working towards vocational qualifications in order to fulfill the criteria.
Practitioners will need to be qualified/experienced in a vocational area and meet the requirements for assessment as specified by the assessment strategy of their vocational area qualification. This is usually a level 3 qualification and relevant experience.
An interview is required.
Fee information
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£932.00

Qualifications received
6317-33 City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement