Internal Quality Assurance, IQA, is vital in vocational training. Brooks and Kirk offer information and advice to help get you started.
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, […]
Quality Assurance is a crucial part of vocational training and education, ensuring that learners receive fair, accurate, and consistent assessments. Without proper quality assurance, there is a risk of inconsistent grading, poor training standards, and a lack of confidence in qualifications. This is why Internal Quality Assurers (IQAs) play such an essential role. In this […]
Quality assurance plays a vital role in vocational training and education. It ensures that assessments are fair, consistent, and meet industry standards. Without proper quality assurance, learners may not receive the support they need, and assessment results could be unreliable. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of quality assurance and why it’s a […]
Quality assurance plays a vital role in vocational training, ensuring that assessments are fair, consistent and meet industry standards. Without strong quality assurance, learners could receive qualifications that don’t reflect their skills. This can impact their career prospects and the credibility of training providers. By the end of this blog, you’ll know exactly what steps […]
If you’ve encountered the term IV in vocational training, you may wonder what it means and why it still appears in job descriptions. Internal Verification was once a widely used term referring to the process of ensuring that assessments were fair, consistent and met awarding body standards. In this blog, we’re going to go through […]
Not everyone learns in the same way, and this diversity makes understanding different learning styles an essential skill for educators and trainers. Tailoring teaching methods to suit different types of learner can significantly improve their engagement and knowledge retention. In this article, we’ll explore the main learning styles and provide practical tips on how to […]
If you’re new to the world of vocational education and training, you might have come across two terms, IV and IQA. At first glance, they might seem like different roles, which can make things confusing. But don’t worry. This blog will break down the difference between IV and IQA. By the end, you’ll have a […]
In today’s digital age, Internal Quality Assurance Management plays a vital role in remote and online learning. This article offers a comprehensive overview of best practices for effectively managing the quality of remote learning. By following these guidelines, training providers can ensure first-class educational experiences for all students involved in remote and online learning environments. […]
Internal Quality Control, or IQA for short, is an essential process to ensure that educational and vocational assessments meet a high standard. In this blog, we’ll explore what Internal Quality Control is, why it’s essential in education, and how completing an IQA qualification can benefit your career. Whether you’re already working as an assessor or […]
Quality assurance involves ensuring that vocational training assessments are fair, accurate and consistent. Assessments are critical in vocational education because they determine whether or not a student has gained the necessary skills and knowledge needed. To ensure credibility, quality assurance ensures that these assessments meet high standards. This process contributes to the quality of assessments. […]