Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)

A comprehensive qualification for assessing in both work and non-work environments.

Vocational learning can take place in a variety of environments, depending on the needs of the learner and the employer. It’s therefore important to be able to assess vocational achievement where it is carried out as required.

The Highfield Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) has been developed by Highfield’s very own vocational learning experts for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in a workshop, classroom or other training environments.

The qualification will support a role in the workplace, and will provide a broad understanding of the subject, making it ideal for anyone working in an assessment role.

Topics covered include:

• Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
• Assess occupational competence in the work environment
• Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding

These qualifications are assessed by a portfolio of evidence, which will cover all assessment criteria contained within the units stipulated in the rules of combination for each qualification. These portfolios must be internally assessed and quality assured by the Centre.

In order to complete this qualification, learners are required to:

Be a minimum of 19 years of age. There are no other prerequisites for these qualifications. Although it is advised that learners already hold a Level 2 qualification. 

The cost of adult courses and the availability of course funding is dependent upon your previous qualifications and personal circumstances. Please contact admissions@oldham.ac.uk for individual guidance.

This course will be delivered face-to-face, with classes typically running fortnightly, depending on class size. Where enrolment numbers are smaller, sessions may be delivered on a one-to-one basis. Classes will usually last approximately three hours. In addition to classroom sessions, learners will be expected to complete independent study, including reading and the preparation and writing of assignments. One-to-one support will also be available from the course tutor throughout the programme.