Description
Ofqual Regulated Qualification | Distance Learning | Approx. 75hrs | Complete within 12 months
The Level 4 Award in External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) qualification is intended for those who maintain the quality of assessment from outside an organisation or assessment centre, usually on behalf of an awarding organisation.
Learn about the principles of external quality assurance, such as the function of external quality assurance and the role of an external quality assurer (EQA), also known as an external verifier (EV).
Enrol today, get immediate access, and complete it remotely at your own pace. You will be assigned a tutor who will be available to support you through completion. You can complete this qualification in as little as a week or take up to 12 months.
Duration
Complete in as little as 3-4 weeks, or take up to 12 months. Approx. 75 hours GLH. Typically, distance learning students complete this course within 3 months.
This is an Ofqual-regulated qualification awarded by Focus Awards (qualification no. 601/6153/X).
Units
Learners will achieve 12 credits across 2 units:
- Understanding the principles and practices of externally assuring the quality of assessment
- Externally assure the quality of assessment
Resources
We provide a comprehensive range of digital learning resources, including full access to our online study library, downloadable course materials, interactive guides, and tutor-supported content to enhance your learning experience.
In addition to our extensive online resources, a hard-copy resource pack is also available here.
Assessment
Unit 1 of the qualification is assessed through completion of a written essay.
The trainee EQA must have a qualified EQA acting as a mentor, and this person must provide a copy of their EQA qualification certificate, and CV.
Unit 2 is a practical unit and requires:
- Evidence of planning and conducting 2 x EQA visits (in person). Simulation is not permitted.
- Observation by a qualified EQA during each EQA visit.
- Professional discussion with your mentor EQA
- CPD log and self-evaluation
Suitability
Who should do this course?
This course is an ideal progression route for experienced IQAs. It is useful for anyone working for or with an awarding organisation training to become an EQA.
Pre-requisites
Learners must be aged 19+ years to enrol on this course. Experience and knowledge of Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) is essential. It is strongly recommended that EQA candidates hold a recognised assessor and IQA qualification before enrolling on to this qualification.
The second unit of this qualification requires evidence of conducting a real EQA visit on a regulated centre, in person. This must be under the supervision of a qualified EQA.
It is not suitable if you are not currently working as an EQA for an awarding organisation. You may consider the basic knowledge qualification as an alternative.
Certificate
Typically, within 14 days of successful completion, learners will receive an externally accredited PDF certificate from a nationally recognised and Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation.
Below is an example of the certificate issued by Focus Awards.
If you prefer a hard-copy certificate, you can print it yourself or order a printed certificate upon completion.
