Award in Assessing Candidates' Performance through Observation

Qualification Name:Award In Assessing Candidates' Performance Through Observation
Course Name:Award in Assessing Candidates' Performance through Observation
Course Code:LTCP
Centre:Wembley Park
Applies to:Adults
Availability:Part Time Day (Thursday morning 10.00-12.00)

Who is this course for?
The course is suitable for unqualified assessors. A2 is for assessors who carry out assessment by observation only. All assessment must be carried out on NVQ awards.

What are the entry requirements?
You must be part of an assessment team in your organisation. You will be assessed on your English and maths skills at interview. After applying you will have an interview to determine which course is suitable for your needs and abilities.
After applying you will have an interview to determine which course is suitable for your needs and abilities.

• Minimum Literacy Level: Level 2

Reading: You can read and summarise information by selecting and using different types of documents to obtain relevant information; skim and scan documents to gain a general idea of content and identify the information you need; recognise the writer's intentions and identify the main points, ideas and lines of reasoning; summarise information to suit your purpose. Writing: You can present relevant information in a format that suits your purpose; structure your writing to help readers follow and understand your main points; spell, punctuate and use grammar accurately; construct complex sentences and make your meaning clear.
• Minimum Numeracy Level: Level 2

Interpret information: You can read and understand tables, charts, graphs and diagrams; read and understand numbers used in different ways; estimate amounts and proportions; make accurate observations and select appropriate methods to get the results you need. Carry out calculations: You can carry out calculations involving two or more steps, with numbers of any size, with and without a calculator; work with and convert between fractions, decimals and percentages; convert measurements between systems (e.g. pounds to kilograms); work out areas and volumes; work out dimensions from scale drawings; use proportions and calculate ratios where appropriate; compare sets of data of an appropriate size and use range to describe the spread within sets of data.

What qualification will I receive?
City and Guilds Assessor Award A2.

Where can it lead?
This course will lead to other training and development awards for example The Award in Assessing Candidates Using a Range of Methods (A1).

What will I study?
You will study the assessment process and you will be required to compile a portfolio of evidence to show your involvement within your organisation.

How will I be taught?
The programme is delivered through initial induction training sessions and then individual portfolio compiling workshops.

How will I be assessed?
The award is assessed with a compilation of a portfolio of evidence of competence in carrying out assessments activities in the workplace.

What support is available while I am on the course?
You will have a course tutor and have access to the college's extensive learning resources. Educational guidance and career advice is included.

What will it cost?
Age under 19 on 31st August of the year you start your course? Study forFREE.

On income-based benefit? You could study for only £30.

Cost & Availability - Please be aware that certain courses are not subject to concessions.