What is TAQA?
TAQA stands for Training, Assessment and Quality Assurance. It’s what we call an ‘umbrella term’ which covers the suite of assessor qualifications. In this suite, we have the UPPA, AVRA, ACWE, CAVA and IQA qualifications. The most important thing you need to know about TAQA is that it’s not actually a course itself. Assessor Qualifications Each course […]
The Guide to a Killer CV For Further Education Jobs
When a potential employer reads your CV, they will be asking themselves the following questions; Is this person qualified to do the job? Does this person have the necessary skills and expertise identified in the job specification? Do we want to interview this person to find out more? You will only have a couple of […]
The Highlights of National Apprenticeship Week 2018
Well, what a week that was! National Apprenticeship Week 2018 has come to an end after 5 days of celebrations. The aim of the week was to showcase how apprenticeships work for individuals, employers, local communities and the wider economy. With #NAW2018 trending all week, it’s sure raised some awareness across the country. So without further […]
National Apprenticeship Week 2018 – ‘Apprenticeships Work’
This week is a special one for the Further Education sector, as it is the 11th National Apprenticeship Week (#NAW2018)! This year, the theme is ‘Apprenticeships Work’. Throughout the week, employers and apprentices from across England will be showcasing how and why apprenticeships work for individuals, employers, the community and the wider economy. During National […]
How To Give Constructive Criticism
As an Assessor, Tutor or Trainer, a big part of your job is to give feedback to your learners. Feedback is part and parcel of your learner’s improvement and therefore a vital part of their progress to gain their qualification. There may be some areas in which your learner did well, and some areas, not so well. […]