Regulated Qualification | Distance Learning (Self-Study)
Become qualified to assess competence in the workplace and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in the classroom or training environment.
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA), formerly known as the A1 certificate is a recognised qualification intended for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the workplace, (such as workshops, classrooms or other education and training settings).
Duration
This is a self-paced course. Typically, learners complete it within 3-6 months, but you can complete it much quicker or take up to 12 months.
Units
Learners will achieve 15 credits across 3 units:
- Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
- Assess occupational competence in the work environment
- Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
Resources
In addition to our extensive online resources, learners will receive a resource pack by post (UK and EU only).
Assessment
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 for each unit.
- 4 x assessments carried out in the workplace (one to be observed)
- 4 x assessments carried out in a classroom or training 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 two assessment observations.
Suitability
Who should do this course?
This course aims to meet the needs of a range of trainee assessors, such as:
- Those wishing to assess NVQs and apprenticeships.
- Those wishing to assess practical-based workplace activities in a range of job sectors.
- Anyone already in a training or teaching role, where assessment also forms part of the day-to-day role.
Pre-requisites
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 a training or teaching environment and workplace, as you must carry out assessments in a live environment as part of the qualification.
Certificate
Upon successful completion, learners will receive an externally accredited certificate from Focus Awards, a nationally recognised and Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation.
