A standardisation meeting is a structured gathering where assessors and IQAs come together to ensure they’re all making assessment decisions to the same standard. If you work as an assessor, study for your CAVA, or work towards an IQA qualification, standardisation meetings are something you’ll encounter regularly. Understanding how they work is an important part […]
AET vs CAVA is one of the most common questions people ask when starting out in education and training. You’ve probably come across both qualifications and wondered whether you need one, the other, or both. So this guide explains exactly what each one covers, who they’re for, and how to decide which is right for […]
Yes — you can complete the CAVA course whilst working full time. In fact, most of our students do exactly that. The course is built specifically for working professionals. So you don’t need to take time off, attend a classroom, or put your career on hold to qualify. This guide explains how you can complete […]
If you’re already a qualified assessor and wondering what comes next, becoming an IQA is probably the most natural career move available. However, it isn’t right for everyone. The decision deserves careful thought before you commit to a qualification. In this guide we walk through what the IQA role involves day to day, the signs […]
Is the CAVA qualification worth it? It’s one of the most common questions people ask before committing to an assessor career — and it deserves a straight answer. In this guide we break down the cost, the salary potential, the career opportunities, and who the qualification genuinely suits. So by the end, you’ll have everything […]
Bloom’s Taxonomy is one of the most widely used frameworks in education and training. If you’ve ever written a learning objective, designed an assessment, or planned a lesson, there’s a good chance it has shaped how you did it, even if you didn’t realise it at the time. So what exactly is it? This guide […]
If you’re researching the CAVA qualification cost before committing to a provider, you’re in the right place. In this guide we break down exactly what the CAVA costs at Brooks and Kirk, how you can spread the payments, why prices vary so much between providers, and whether the investment is genuinely worth it.” How Much […]
If you’re researching assessor salary in the UK before committing to a qualification, you’re asking exactly the right question. In this guide we break down what assessors earn across different sectors, how experience and qualifications affect your pay, what freelance assessors can charge, and how the IQA salary compares — so you can make an […]
Technology has completely reshaped how assessors support, monitor and guide their learners. What once required stacks of paperwork, in-person meetings, and lengthy feedback sessions can now be completed with a few clicks. In today’s education and training landscape, assessors rely on digital assessment tools to manage evidence, track learner progress and provide feedback quickly and […]
Over the past few years, flexible and remote work has transformed nearly every industry, and the education and training sector is no exception. The shift towards digital learning and e-portfolio systems has opened up exciting opportunities for professionals seeking remote assessor jobs. In this blog, we’ll explore how virtual assessor roles work, what qualifications you’ll […]
