Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3

Course Overview

The programme delivery will consist of three taught sessions along with continuing individual tutorial support and guidance. You will be assessed for this qualification by the course team undertaking three observations of the assessment in your specific subject area.

Level: Level 3
Duration: Complete within 36 weeks
Awarding Body: City & Guilds
Course Fees: £811
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Units and Structure

The course is delivered through 3 classroom based teaching sessions and these are followed by individual tutorials and observations.

The course units are:

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.

Entry Requirements

You'll need to have:

All learners will need to complete an application and interview prior to commencement. You will need to have access to at least two learners who you are able to assess for the assessor course.

For equivalent qualifications see our Entry Requirements Explained page.

Tutors and Student Support

Debbie Pulleyblank

Programme Leader Teacher Education

I have been working in Education for since 1994 both in the United Kingdom and The Netherlands, teaching from Level 2 to Level 7 in the Further Education and Skills sector. I have also been involved in designing curriculum for Undergraduate, Post Graduate and Professional Programmes.

My industry background lies in Fashion and Textiles, but after moving into teaching I have worked closely with trainee teachers and acted in a mentor role to numerous new employees. I am also a qualified assessor, and have acted as an internal verifier and external verifier both in Further Education and Higher Education.

I am currently employed as a Lecturer in Education within the Department of Education, Health and Community Practice working across the suite of teacher training and education programmes.

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Student Support and Facilities

As a student, you’ll have access to a wide range of facilities, services and support, including:

Step outside the classroom and access our state of the art facilities as well as 3 huge Learning Resource Centres with thousands of resources to use
With hands-on experience you’ll be prepared for employment with a competitive edge.
A dedicated impartial careers advice team to help you on your future path
Our wide range of courses means that we can offer the right paths to get you where you need to be
Our Hub campus is right in the heart of the town centre meaning you can find your way to us easily
Outstanding student support throughout your studies with us.

Progression and Employment

Learners completing the assessor’s qualification often either move into an assessor role or become an assessor within their current teaching/training role.

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Have any further questions about this course? You can contact someone specifically about it by using the details below or filling in the enquiry form.

Higher Education Recruitment
0800 358 74 74
higher.education@don.ac.uk

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