January 26, 2024
How To Become A Qualified Assessor
Whether you’re looking to assess full-time or incorporate it into your existing role, becoming a qualified assessor can help you unlock all sorts of career opportunities. It’s great if you want a job that provides personal fulfilment and the chance to impact others’ careers and development significantly. Here’s a simple guide that will equip you […]
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January 15, 2024
Essential IQA Skills to Advance Your Career
If you want to advance your career as an IQA (Internal Quality Assurer), then there are some essential IQA skills you’ll need, no matter what industry or sector you work in, that will help you enhance your prospects and assist you in climbing the career ladder and reaching the top. The Role of an IQA […]
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November 29, 2023
Assessor Courses in the UK: Your Ultimate Guide
Anybody interested in becoming an assessor, or existing assessors requiring an official assessor qualification to continue their current role, will see that there is a baffling variety of qualifications available. Here’s your straightforward guide to assessor courses in the UK and how to pick the right one for you. What does an Assessor do? Before […]
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October 27, 2023
QTLS Guide: Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status
If you’ve decided to become a teacher, then choosing the right course and route to follow can seem like a daunting challenge. There are a multitude of qualifications, courses, and career paths that can often bewilder newcomers and even seasoned professionals. There are multiple university options, such as a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Bachelor […]
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October 20, 2023
What does an EQA do? – The Role of an External Quality Assurer
Every educational institution requires an External Quality Assessment conducted by an EQA. But what does an EQA do? The role of an External Quality Assurer (EQA) is to check that training organisations, colleges and other approved centres are operating to the standards set by their Awarding Organisation. They provide advice and support to these centres, […]
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October 3, 2023
The Roles and Responsibilities of an Assessor
Being an assessor is an important role, both for the candidates you interact with and the centre, college or company you work for. If you’ve been assessed to gain a qualification yourself, then you’ll probably remember how large the assessor loomed in your mind! Since the assessor is the person who decides whether or not […]
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September 27, 2023
What Does an IQA Plan Include?
If you’re involved with Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) work, then you’ll need a plan to manage your IQA work. An IQA will also help with your teamwork, compliance, reducing risk, and future-proofing. Within the IQA cycle, your IQA plan covers the planning work you are required to do within your role. The IQA Cycle The […]
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August 21, 2023
How to Become an NVQ Assessor in 4 Steps
Stepping into the world of assessing can be a fulfilling venture, especially for those seeking to make a tangible difference in the development and growth of others. Becoming an NVQ assessor is a promising career choice, with a wide variety of course providers and qualifications around the country needing assessors. If you’re intrigued by this […]
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August 10, 2023
What can I do after the Level 3 AET course?
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training is an ideal qualification if you’re looking to teach or train adults in further education. The course provides a solid introduction to teaching, providing the knowledge and skills needed for effective lesson planning and delivery, as well as your core roles and responsibilities. This adult teaching qualification […]
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August 5, 2023
The Teaching Cycle in Further Education
The teaching cycle in further education is a comprehensive yet simple approach that fosters effective and engaging teaching and learning. From identifying students’ needs and designing learning objectives to facilitating and conducting assessments to reflecting on the teaching process, each stage plays an important role in supporting students’ progress. In this blog post, we’ll look […]
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