These articles cover everything you need to know about training as an assessor. Brought to you by Brooks and Kirk the UKs industry experts.
Is being an assessor a good job? The short answer for most people is yes. The full answer depends on your background, your goals, and what you value in a career. This guide covers the genuine positives, the honest challenges, and what makes the assessor role rewarding for the people who thrive in it. What […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Across Ofqual-regulated qualifications, more than 7.5 million certifications were issued in the 2024-2025 period. Every one of those results depends on reliable assessment and strong quality assurance. As this volume grows, assessors who understand quality are increasingly moving into Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) and then into Lead IQA and Quality Manager roles. In this guide, […]
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 […]
Even though there are only a few months left of 2025, there’s still plenty of time to start something new and meaningful. Many professionals use this part of the year to reflect on their goals, explore new opportunities and take the first steps towards a more rewarding career. If you’ve been thinking about a change, […]