The Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (RQF) is intended for assessors who assess occupational competence in a work environment. This qualification introduces learners to the principles and practices of assessing occupational competence in the work environment.

This qualification introduces learners to the principles and practices of assessing occupational competence in the work environment.

Learners will achieve 9 credits across 2 units:

• Understanding the principles and practices of assessment.
• Assess occupational competence in the work environment.

In addition to our extensive online resources, learners will receive a resource pack by post (UK and EU only).

This course aims to meet the needs of a range of trainee assessors, such as:

• Workplace trainers and assessors or learning and development teams.
• NVQ or Apprenticeship assessors who assess in the candidate’s workplace.

Learners must be aged 19+ years to be enrolled on this course. If registering for this course as an individual, you must be working or have access to assess learners in a workplace.

This qualification is assessed by a portfolio of evidence that covers all assessment criteria for the units selected. Assessment methods include:

• 1 x written assignment
• Access to two learners, completing two different topics/units.
  • 4 x assessments carried out in a workplace environment (one to be observed)
  • Supporting evidence for each assessment will include planning, assessing and feedback documents.

A qualified assessor in your workplace or your ATC Training tutor can complete the assessment observation.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive an externally accredited certificate from Focus Awards, a nationally recognised and Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation.