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Course Overview

Imagine this: You hold the key to unlocking someone’s hidden talent. You can assess their skills, identify their strengths, and more for their vocational success. That’s the power you wield with a Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement.

Tailored for newcomers to assessment and those seeking to enhance their skills, this CAVA program prepares you to assess competence in both classroom and real-world workplace settings. Whether you are evaluating students in vocational training programs or academic courses, this ofqual regulated qualification provides you with the essential knowledge and skills to become a confident assessor. You’ll master best practices for creating fair and effective assessments, ensuring that learners receive the valuable feedback they need to succeed.

Enroll today and start your journey with our Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement –Assessor course where your expertise shapes the future!

Please note that the Teacher’s Training is an affiliate partner of Apex Learning. Under the affiliate program, the Teachers Training is advertising this qualification; however, the course delivery, quality assurance and assessment would be conducted through Apex Learning.

Qualification Information

  • Awarding Body: Focus Awards
  • Qualification Number: 601/6104/8
  • Qualification Credits: 15
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 84 Hours
  • Total Qualification Time (TQT): 234 Hours

About Awarding Body

Focus Awards is a nationally recognised awarding body regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) in the UK. It is highly dedicated to delivering high-quality, accessible qualifications across a range of sectors. Known for their commitment to educational excellence, Focus Awards ensures their qualifications meet industry standards and equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed for professional success.

Method of Assessment

The Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) is evaluated internally. Each learner must compile a portfolio of evidence demonstrating their achievement of all learning outcomes and meeting the assessment criteria for each unit. This portfolio can include various forms of evidence such as assessor observations, which are documented through completed observational checklists and related action plans, as well as witness testimonies and learner-produced work. Additional components might include worksheets, assignments, projects, reports, and records of both oral and written questioning. Learner and peer reports, as well as recognition of prior learning (RPL), also contribute to the portfolio. 

Unit 2 and unit 3 will be assessed in a classroom or work environment, where you will practically evaluate learners’ performance.

Certification

Upon successful completion of all assessments, you’ll receive a nationally recognised Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement certificate issued by Focus Awards. This certification signifies your competence and opens doors to various teaching opportunities in the lifelong learning sector.

Progression Routes

Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:

  • Focus Awards Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
  • Focus Awards Level 4 in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices
  • Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices

Career Opportunities

Obtaining a CAVA (Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement) qualification opens up various career opportunities in the field of vocational education and training. Potential career paths include roles such as Vocational Assessor, Internal Quality Assurer, Training and Development Coordinator, Training Manager, and Skills Development Facilitator. Additionally, individuals can pursue positions as a Training Consultant, Learning and Development Specialist, Vocational Education Instructor, or Training Officer. This qualification equips professionals with the skills needed to excel in these diverse roles within vocational education and training.

Learner Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. However learners should be 19 to undertake the qualification.

Geographical Coverage

This qualification has been accredited for use in England and Northern Ireland.

Course Curriculum:

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

A: The CAVA (Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement) course is designed for individuals who want to become qualified assessors in vocational education and training. It provides the knowledge and skills needed to assess learners’ competence in various vocational disciplines.

A: Yes, this is a competence based qualification and learner must provide real assessment evidence. Simulation is not accepted.

A: The CAVA course is ideal for trainers, teachers, and professionals in vocational fields who wish to assess learners in workplace or classroom settings. It is also suitable for those who want to enhance their career prospects by becoming qualified assessors.

A: There are no formal entry requirements for the CAVA course, but candidates should have a good level of literacy and numeracy. It is also beneficial to have access to learners in a vocational setting to complete the practical assessment components.

A: You will need to produce work products, such as assessment plans and feedback records, and gather audiovisual evidence of your assessment practices. This evidence will demonstrate your competence in assessing learners.

A: Yes, you will need access to a minimum number of learners to conduct practical assessments. This is essential for completing the practical requirements of Units 2 and 3.

A: It is all up to you. Whether you wish to finish the course in a few weeks or over the course of a year.

A: Yes, the CAVA qualification is widely recognised and respected in the vocational education and training sector. It is a valuable credential for those looking to advance their careers as qualified assessors.

A: Completing the CAVA course can open up various career opportunities, including roles as an assessor, internal quality assurer, or trainer in vocational education and training settings. It also enhances career prospects in industries that require skilled assessors.

A: In order to complete this L3 Cava Course, you will need to access at least 2 learners who are enrolled in real qualifications to assess for the practical elements. 

A: Guided learning hours or, GLH are made up of all contact time, guidance or supervision of a learner by a lecturer, supervisor, tutor, trainer or other appropriate provider of education or training.

Guided Learning Hours for this qualification is 84.

A: Total Qualification Time is made up of GLH and an estimation of how many hours a learner will likely spend preparing for, studying for, or engaging in any other type of learning, such as assessment, which occurs at the learner’s direction but not under the guidance of a lecturer, supervisor, or tutor.

There are 234 hours required to complete this certification in its entirety.

Course Curriculum

Induction Form
Induction Form 00:00:00
Registration Entry Form
Registration Entry Form 00:00:00
Guidance for Achieving the Units
Unit 1 Understanding The Principles And Practices Of Assessment Guidance For Achieving The Unit 00:00:00
Unit 2 Assess Occupational Competence In The Work Environment Guidance For Achieving The Unit 00:00:00
Unit 3 Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge And Understanding Guidance For Achieving The Unit 00:00:00
Assessment Guidelines 00:00:00
Support Materials
Unit 01 : Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
LO1: Understand the Principles and Requirements of Assessment
1. Functions of Assessment in Learning and Development 00:00:00
2. Key Concepts and Principles of Assessment 00:00:00
3. Responsibilities of an Assessor 00:00:00
4. Regulations and Requirements Relevant to the Assessment 00:00:00
LO2: Understand Different Types of Assessment Method
1. Strengths and Limitations of Various Assessment Methods 00:00:00
LO3: Understand How to Plan Assessment
1. Key Factors to Consider When Planning Assessment 00:00:00
2. Benefits of Using A Holistic Approach to Assessment 00:00:00
3. How to Plan A Holistic Approach to Assessment 00:00:00
4. Types of Risks Involved in Assessment 00:00:00
5. How to Minimise Risks Through the Planning Process 00:00:00
LO4: Understand How to Involve Learners and Others in Assessment
1. Importance of Involving Learner and Others in The Assessment Process 00:00:00
2. Information That Should Be Made Available to Learners and Others 00:00:00
3. How to Use Peer and Self-Assessment Effectively 00:00:00
4. Assessment Arrangements to Meet the Needs of Individual Learners 00:00:00
LO5: Understand How to Make Assessment Decisions
1. Assessment Decisions and Judging Evidence 00:00:00
LO6: Understand Quality Assurance of the Assessment Process
1. Importance of Quality Assurance in The Assessment Process 00:00:00
2. Quality Assurance and Standardisation Procedures 00:00:00
3. Appeals, Complaints & Disputes Procedures Concerning Assessment in Own Area of Practice 00:00:00
LO7: Understand How to Manage Information Relating to Assessment
1. Importance of Following Procedures for The Management of Information Relating to Assessment 00:00:00
2. How Feedback and Questioning Contribute to the Assessment Process 00:00:00
LO8: Understand the Legal and Good Practice Requirements in Relation to Assessment
1. Legal Issues, Policies and Procedures Relevant to Assessment 00:00:00
2. Contribution of Technology in the Assessment Process 00:00:00
3. Evaluation of Requirements for Equality, Diversity 00:00:00
4. Reflective Practice and Continual Professional Development 00:00:00
Unit 02 : Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment
LO1: Be Able to Plan the Assessment of Occupational Competence
1. Assessment Planning of Occupational Competence 00:00:00
2. Communicating the Process of Assessing Occupational Competence to The Learner 00:00:00
3. Planning the Assessment of Occupational Competence to Address Learner Needs and Current Achievements 00:00:00
4. Opportunities for Holistic Assessment 00:00:00
LO2: Be Able to Make Assessment Decisions About Occupational Competence
1. Valid, Fair and Reliable Assessment Method 00:00:00
2. Making Assessment Decisions of Occupational Competence 00:00:00
3. Following Standardisation Procedures 00:00:00
4. Providing Feedback to Learners 00:00:00
LO3: Be Able to Provide Required Information Following the Assessment of Occupational Competence
1. Maintaining Records of the Related Information of the Assessment of Occupational Competence 00:00:00
2. Sharing Assessment Information with Authorised Colleagues and Procedures to Maintain the Confidentiality 00:00:00
LO4: Be Able to Maintain Legal and Good Practice Requirements When Assessing Occupational Competence
1. Relevant Policies, Procedures and Legislation for the Assessment of Occupational Competence 00:00:00
2. Application of Requirements for Equality and Diversity and Bilingualism in Assessing Occupational Competence 00:00:00
3. Evaluation of Own Work in Carrying Out Assessments 00:00:00
4. Maintaining the Currency of Own Expertise and Competence 00:00:00
Unit 03 : Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
LO1: Be Able to Prepare Assessments of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Methods of Assessing Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding to Meet Requirements and Needs 00:00:00
2. Preparing Resources and Conditions for The Assessment 00:00:00
3. Communicating the Purpose, Requirements and Processes of Assessment to Learners 00:00:00
LO2: Be Able to Carry Out Assessments of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Assessment Management to Meet Assessment Requirements 00:00:00
2. Providing Support to Learners Within Agreed Limitations 00:00:00
3. Analysing Evidence of Learner Achievement 00:00:00
4. Making Assessment Decisions Related to Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 00:00:00
5. Standardisation Procedures 00:00:00
6. Feedback on Learners’ Achievement 00:00:00
LO3: Be Able to Provide Required Information Following the Assessment of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Maintaining Records of Assessment, Its Outcome and Learners Progress 00:00:00
2. Making Assessment Information Available to Authorised Colleagues as Required and Maintaining Confidentiality 00:00:00
LO4: Be Able to Maintain Legal and Good Practice Requirements When Assessing Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
1. Relevant Policies, Procedures and Legislation Relating to The Assessment of Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding 00:00:00
2. Applying Requirements for Equality and Diversity and Bilingualism 00:00:00
3. Evaluation and CPD 00:00:00
Handouts
Equality and Diversity – Glossary of Terms 00:00:00
Equality and Diversity, and The Equality Act 2010 00:00:00
Key Feedback Words for Use During Feedback 00:00:00
Table of Assessment Methods & Activities: Strengths and Limitations 00:00:00
Table of Assessment Types 00:00:00
Table of Example Assessment Records 00:00:00
Table of Example Assessment Requirements 00:00:00
Table of Objectives 00:00:00
Table of Potential Learner Needs and Points of Referral 00:00:00
Table of Resources Which Could be Used for Teaching, Learning and Assessment 00:00:00
Using Questions 00:00:00
Self-Assessment
Unit One Understanding The Principles And Practices Of Assessment – Self-Assessment Grid 00:00:00
Unit Two Assess Occupational Competence In The Work Environment – Self-Assessment Grid 00:00:00
Unit Three Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge And Understanding – Self-Assessment Grid 00:00:00
Assessment Plan
Unit 1 Understanding The Principles And Practices Of Assessment Assessment Plan 00:00:00
Unit 2 Assess Occupational Competence In The Work Environment Assessment Plan 00:00:00
Unit 3 Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge And Understanding Assessment Plan 00:00:00
Observation Checklist - For Assessors of The Assessment Units
OBSERV 1 00:00:00
OBSERV 2 00:00:00
Templates and Completed Examples
Templates
Template – Continuing Professional Development Record 00:00:00
Template – Personal Development Plan 00:00:00
Template – Reflective Learning Journal 00:00:00
Template – Standardisation Record for Assessed Work 00:00:00
Templates – A Full Set of Assessment Records 00:00:00
Completed Examples
Completed Example of A Continuing Professional Development Record 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Full Set Of Assessment Records 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Personal Development Plan 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Reflective Learning Journal 00:00:00
Completed Example of A Standardisation Record For Assessed Work 00:00:00
Submit Your Assignments – Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)
Submit Your Assignments 00:00:00
Resubmit Your Assignments – Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF)
Resubmit Your Assignments – Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) 00:00:00
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