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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 […]
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 […]
Considering a career in vocational assessment? Whether you’re looking to transition into training and development or enhance your existing credentials, the CAVA qualification could be your next strategic move. This comprehensive guide explores everything you need to know about becoming a certified vocational assessor in the UK. What is CAVA? Understanding the Qualification CAVA stands […]
Are you seeking a career in vocational assessment and looking for the right qualification to boost your credentials? Look no further than the CAVA qualification (Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement). This blog will delve into the CAVA Assessor course, the benefits of obtaining the CAVA assessor qualification, and how Brooks and Kirk can help you […]
Quality assurance is an essential aspect of maintaining high standards in education and training. It ensures that learners receive the best possible experience and achieve their desired outcomes. The role of an IQA (Internal Quality Assurer) is to monitor and evaluate the quality of assessment within an organisation or learning centre. Completing a Level 4 […]
If you look at any course specification you will see the same phase repeated. The tutor or assessor delivering the qualification must be occupationally competent. But what exactly is occupational competence and how do you demonstrate it? To help you better understand this requirement we’ll answer the following questions. What is occupational competence? How can […]
You have likely landed on this page because of your interest in the A1 Assessor qualification. However, the qualification you most likely need to achieve is not the A1 assessor course but the Level 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement. That is because the A1 assessor award ceased to be delivered in 2010. Incidentally, if […]
Our ultimate guide to becoming an Assessor is fundamental to those who are considering a career in assessing. We can tell you everything you need to know, including: What is a qualified assessor and what does an assessor do? How do you become a qualified assessor and what assessor qualification do I need? Can I […]
Assessors and Internal Quality Assurers (IQAs) are both involved in a student’s learning journey. Part of both roles is to make sure that assessments and activities are to a set standard. It is not uncommon to confuse the terms Assessor and IQA, as these roles work together. This enforces the misconception of them being the […]
With the world of work and teaching ever changing, one thing that hasn’t changed is teaching anxiety. Whether the lesson/workshop is in person or online, the fear captures you all the same. You enter the lesson or join a zoom call, everyone is there and eyes are on you and you freeze! This is all […]