These Training Qualifications UK qualifications are for learners starting to, or are currently undertaking an assessor role:
Assessing Vocational Achievement *
This specific qualification is for learners who assess non-NVQ or non-competence-based vocational qualifications within the Qualifications Credit Framework.
Assessing Competence in the Work Environment **
This specific qualification is for learners who are required to assess occupational competence.
*Both Assessor qualifications are part of the ‘TAQA Suite’ of qualifications* An actual TAQA qualification DOES NOT EXIST!
Eligibility
- It is appropriate for learners aged 19+
- Learners must hold a qualification alongside knowledge, skills and understanding related to the area of assessment
- Learners must have the capacity to complete a minimum of two assessments with at least two of their own learners (therefore a minimum of at least four assessments in total) *Simulations are not permitted*
Qualification Details
- 54 GLH; delivered over two days and one visit
- 9 credits from 2 mandatory units
- Portfolios are internally verified at our centre
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Unit Details
1) Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment. 3 credits, 24 GLH (Delivered unit)
followed by ONE of:
2a) Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding *. 6 credits, 30 GLH (Observed unit)
2b) Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment **. 6 credits, 30 GLH (Observed unit)
Evidence for all learning outcomes must come from performance in the real environment (no simulations are permitted). There must be evidence to cover all of the assessment methods listed in the unit. As a minimum, there must be performance evidence for at least three of the following assessment methods:
– assessments of the learner in simulated environments
- skills tests
- oral and written questions
- assignments
- projects
- case studies
- recognising prior learning
Recommended Reading
You may find it beneficial to purchase the following book prior to the course (and to support your assignment research):
Practical Teaching: a Guide to Teaching in the Education and Training Sector. Linda Wilson. ISBN: 978 1 40807 602 6 (Amazon link)
Course Costs
- £400 per person
- £2250 per group (multiples of 6)
Open Course Dates 2025/26:
June 2025: Tue 10, Wed 11, Thur 12 +2 days agreed collectively
November 2025: Tue 25, Wed 26, Thur 27 +2 days agreed collectively
April 2026: Tue 28, Wed 29, Thur 30 +2 days collectively agreed
* REMEMBER – THIS COURSE INVOLVES HOME STUDY!! *
