TQUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment

Program Overview

The TQUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment provides learners with the knowledge and skills to assess occupational competence, vocational skills, and knowledge in the workplace. The online program requires completion of two mandatory units and offers flexible durations of 1 or 3 months. Assessment is via assignment submission only, and the qualification can lead to careers in assessment, training and development, education management, and quality assurance.

Program Outline

Outline:

The TQUK Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (RQF) covers understanding the principles and practices of assessment; assessing occupational competence in the work environment; assessing vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding; and assessing the quality of assessment decisions. The program requires completion of two mandatory units for a total of 9 credits. These units are:

• Assess occupational competence in the work environment: Level 3, 6 credits.
• Strategic Leadership: Level 3, 3 credits.
The course is available in two durations: 1 month (fast track) and 3 months.

Careers:

The Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment can lead to several career paths:

• Assessor Roles: Graduates can work as assessors in various industries.
• Training and Development: The qualification can be a stepping stone to roles in training and development.
• Education Management: The skills and knowledge gained can help individuals advance to roles overseeing assessment procedures, curriculum development, and quality assurance in educational institutions or training centers.
• Quality Assurance: The qualification's knowledge can be applied to quality assurance roles ensuring assessment processes meet standards.
• Further Education: The award can serve as a foundation for higher-level qualifications in assessment and education (Level 4 qualifications or higher education degrees).

Other:

The qualification is accredited by Ofqual. Successful learners can progress to other qualifications, such as the Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice.