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Internal Quality Assurance – Short Course (Level 4)

Course details

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Qualification name Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
Qualification level 4
Awarding organisation NCFE
Learning method Classroom based
Course hours Part-time
Course start date Flexible
Cost £200.00
Attendance pattern Daytime

Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.

This programme of study develops your knowledge in quality assurance of assessment (IQA), ensuring standards are maintained to a high level and students’ needs are met.  You will have the opportunity to develop and improve your understanding and achieve a recognised professional qualification. The course will be delivered through 1-1 tutorials on a flexible basis to suit your needs.  Your assessor will visit you in the workplace every three to four weeks and provide advice, guidance and support to enable you to achieve this qualification.What are the benefits?Gain a recognised qualification in internal quality assurance to evidence your professionalismDevelop your knowledge in quality assurance of assessment practiceEmbed best practice in internal verification (IQA)Contribute to increased efficiency and effectiveness of assessment and verification within your organisation

Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.

A relevant Assessor qualification if requiredA qualification at an appropriate level and relevant up-to-date experience in your vocational/subject-specialismBe in a position to follow your organisation’s policies and proceduresAccess to a qualified and experienced Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) to help support you, if required

View the key features of this course.

The learning programme develops your knowledge and theory of Internal Quality Assurance.  During the course you will work towards achieving Unit 1: Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment (Theory)

Understand how the course will be delivered.

This course will be delivered via 1-1 tutorials, on a flexible basis.   

Find out what material you will need.

There is no specialist equipment required but you would be expected to have access to an Internet-enabled device to complete tasks and upload evidence.

Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.

You will build a portfolio of evidence to prove competency and good practice in the theory of internal verification. 

You will implement what you have learned in the workplace and improve practices. You can develop your understanding to enable effective support with the new Apprenticeship Standards and End Point Assessment, developing assessment within any work environment.  You will have the ability to reflect on and select appropriate sampling methodology to apply in dynamic or diverse workplace environments as required.You could also progress to the following qualifications:A Level 3 Award or Level 4 Certifi

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Name DERBY COLLEGE @ THE ROUNDHOUSE
Address Roundhouse Road
Pride Park
Derby
Derbyshire
DE24 8JE
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Email enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Phone 0800 028 0289
Website https://www.derby-college.ac.uk
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