Level 3 Award in Assessing (CAVA)

The purpose of the Level 3 Assessor qualification is to support roles in assessment within the workplace and to prepare learners to progress to higher qualifications in this field. It is suitable for a variety of assessors, including:

• Individuals not currently assessing: Achievement of the qualification does not require current practice.
• Individuals currently assessing: Opportunities may be available to observe and provide feedback on a trainee assessor’s practice.
• Assessors of occupational competence or vocational skills: Those looking for a structured introduction to assessment.

In order to complete this qualification, learners are required to:

• Be a minimum of 19 years of age.
• There are no other prerequisites, though it is recommended that learners hold a Level 2 qualification and have GCSE passes in English and Maths.
• These qualifications are suitable for learners in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
• Have a minimum of two learners that you are able to assess as part of your qualification.

The course will be delivered over 6 weeks with a 2-hour live webinar each week, facilitated by a dedicated learning and skills coach.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners may progress to higher qualifications such as:

• Highfield Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
• Highfield Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

This qualification is assessed by a portfolio of evidence, covering all assessment criteria within the selected units. The portfolio will be assessed and internally quality assured by Highfield.