Assessor Award in Assessing Candidates

Assessor Award - Assessing Candidates
Course Description
The course aims to equip candidates with the skills and the knowledge to be employed as an assessor. In a series of 6 x ½ day workshops, you will learn to understand the policies and processes involved in assessment. After four workshops,you will be attached to a mentor/assessor to gather evidence for the award. The duration of the course will depend on the candidate's access to learners suitable for assessment. It is anticipated that evidence gathering may take 12 - 16 weeks.

Entry Requirements
Level 2 skills/craft qualification (e.g. NVQ 2 or relevant work experience). English Language GCSE grade C or equivalent (e.g. Keyskills Level 2 - Communication ). Preferably maths GCSE at grade D or above; or Keyskills Level 1 - Application of Numb

Modules Studied:

• Agree and review plans for assessing candidates performance
• Develop plans with candidate for assessing competence
• Judge evidence against criteria to make assessment decisions
• Provide feedback and support to candidates and assessment decisions
• Contribute to the internal quality assurance process

Awarding Body: C>EMPBR
Level: L3

Duration: 12-16 weeks

Attendance Modes: Day

Assessment: You will be assessed through observation, professional discussion and a portfolio. Portfolio workshops are incorporated in the course. You will gain the ability to assess learners using a range of methods.

Progression Routes: Accountant, Accounting technician, Accounts clerk/book-keeper, Actuary, Auditor, Bank Cashier, Bank Manager, Bursar, Company Secretary, Credit Manager, Economist, Financial Adviser, Insurance Broker, Investment Analyst, Mortgage Adviser.

Costs: Contact college for fees

Campus: Kirkby