Raising standards to protect homeowners
A1 Assessor award
Who is this qualification suitable for?
People who need to gain a qualification to assess candidates on an NVQ programme.
Is there an entry requirement?
No previous qualifications are required, but you must meet the occupational competence requirements of the qualification that you wish to assess. You must be working for an NVQ assessment centre and have access to registered NVQ candidates. If you have any questions about whether this course is right for you, please contact Dave Towell for advice (davet@nhbc.co.uk or 0844 633 1000 and ask for Dave Towell).
What does it cover?
The course is normally held on a one-to-one basis and consists of an induction plus individual tutorials. You will be assessed to ensure you meet the requirements of the national occupational standards. The programme includes:
- introduction to A1 standards and portfolio building
- overview of the assessment process, types of evidence
- assessment planning
- judging evidence
- feedback skills
- the role of quality assurance
Assessment method
As this is a work-based qualification, assessment is by means of a portfolio of evidence, which you will produce. The evidence must include you being observed carrying out relevant activities in your workplace. Your assessor will also question you for any additional evidence. Your portfolio will then be assessed both internally and externally.
Your Assessor
David Towell has over twenty years experience in further and higher education and the private training sector and is a practising assessor, internal verifier and external verifier.
Cost
£1,200 + VAT
Induction and timescales
Induction is arranged to the mutual convenience of the candidate and assessor. When registered a candidate will have 12 months to complete.