Career Advice - Brooks and Kirk

If your thinking of a career as either an Assessor, End Point Assessor or even an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) maybe these blog posts will help you make the right choices. You will even find tips on how to apply for that perfect job and preparing for your interview.

Level 3 Award in Education and Training : Unlocking Opportunities in Adult Education

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is the beginning of an exciting career in adult education! This qualification marks the first step for aspiring educators and trainers. It offers a comprehensive gateway into teaching roles within the UK. Evolving from its predecessor, PTLLS, this course equips you with essential teaching fundamentals, tailored specifically […]

Qualifications You Need to Become a Hairdressing Assessor

A hairdressing assessor is critical when it comes to the education of hair and beauty. This is a job that involves guiding and teaching the next generation of hair and beauty professionals. As an assessor, you’ll be assessing the essential skills and knowledge they need. As well as giving them the confidence to enter the […]

The Value of Completing the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)

Staying ahead of the curve as an educator has never been more important. The pace of technological development and breakthroughs is rapid in our society. The field of education is dynamic, and we should strive to inspire and instruct the next generation of workers. We must adapt and evolve in order to accomplish this. The […]

Exploring Adult Education Courses

Adult education is a transforming experience that has no age restrictions. Investing in your personal and professional development is more important than ever. Especially in a world where constant growth and development are vital to your success. This blog will delve into the world of adult learning courses, with a specific emphasis on TAQA courses. […]

The Beginner’s Guide to Gender Identity Part 1

As we’ve been talking about inclusivity, we wanted to make a beginner’s guide for Gender Identity and LGBTQ inclusion. It’s important to be inclusive in all areas, but if you don’t know about them then how can you? To be inclusive either in the workplace or the classroom you have to welcome all types of […]

Unlock Your Career: A Guide to the Assessor Course in the UK

Are you stuck in a career rut? A specialised assessor course could be the jolt your professional life needs. But, with so much contradictory information out there about assessor training courses it is difficult to find the correct answers to your questions. Brooks and Kirk have been delivering assessor courses for over 25 years so […]

Your Guide to the PTLLS Qualification

If you’re in the world of education and training, you may have heard of the term PTLLS course, or PTLLS qualification. If you’re new to education and training you may have no idea what this even means! Within education and training, there are so many acronyms and terms it can be hard to get your […]

The Definitive Guide to the CAVA Qualification

The CAVA qualification is now integral to the educational and vocational landscape of the UK. This qualification not only lends credibility to vocational assessors but also paves the way for consistent standards across various industries. In this article, we will delve deep into what the CAVA qualification entails, its historical context, and why it remains […]

Assessor Qualifications in the UK: From Basics to Expertise

Becoming a qualified assessor in the UK is more than just completing an assessor course; it’s about ensuring that learners meet specific standards. For NVQ style qualifications this is Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria and for apprenticeships the KSBs, Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours. In this guide, we’ll explore all the assessor qualifications in detail and […]

Enhancing Inclusive Education: The Importance of the Award in LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

In today’s rapidly evolving world, fostering inclusivity and acceptance has become an essential aspect of the Education and Training (AET) sector. It’s no longer sufficient to provide education. We must ensure that every student feels safe, supported, and respected within the educational environment. Regardless of if they identify with the LGBTQ+ acronym or not. Inclusive […]