Teaching Courses

Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment Award Level 3 VTCT

This course aims to to develop your knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of assessment.

You will complete the Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment Award Level 3 VTCT course. The theory will be delivered in a one day workshop, followed by home study and portfolio development and two competent observations of the learner assessing in workplace Learners have one year from the date of enrolment to finish the qualification. However we know from experience that learners usually finish it in 3 to 6 months.

At Affable Therapy Training, we understand the need to conduct classes in small groups. We also understand that learners learn differently therefore course material is delivered in various ways, e.g. PowerPoint presentation, group work, detailed course manual with diagrams, other activities to keep learners engaged throughout the day. Our teachers are qualified and have years of experience in their chosen field. They bring their knowledge and passion to the class to inspire and encourage the learners. Lessons are carefully planned around learner needs making our courses very effective.

The course is accredited with Vocational and Charitable Trust (VTCT) and is mapped on the national qualification framework.

• Learners need to have a good understanding of written and spoken English
• To have access to computer and internet
• Enthusiasm to learn and practice massage
• Devote 5-6hrs per week to home study studies while on the course
• Need to have at least level 3 in their chosen specialism
• Need to have been teaching so that practical observations can be carried out at place of work while the learner is assessing. (If you don’t have opportunities to assess, we may be able facilitate this with additional fees please enquire at the time of booking)

• Guided learning with tutor support for home study
• NVQ Student Handbook
• Course book
• Exam fees
• Two observation (only for practical based vocation courses)
• Learning environment that is friendly and safe

The mandatory units are:

Understanding the principles and practices of assessment

• written assignment

On completion of this unit you will:

1. Understand the principles and requirements of assessment
2. Understand different types of assessment method
3. Understand how to plan assessment
4. Understand how to involve learners and others in assessment
5. Understand how to make assessment decisions
6. Understand quality assurance of the assessment process
7. Understand how to manage information relating to assessment
8. Understand the legal and good practice requirements in relation to assessment

If you are looking to progress to a practical assessors qualification you will need to do an additional module with this course. Please let us know at the time of enrolment.

Units in this qualification have been mapped to the relevant NOS (where applicable). This
qualification is accredited on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

This qualification is approved and supported by the Learning and Skills Improvement Service (LSIS), the sector-owned body for the learning and skills sector.

This qualification provides a sound platform for learners wishing to progress to a practical
assessors qualification.

The VTCT Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (QCF) provides progression opportunities to the following VTCT qualifications:

• Level 4 Internal Verifier Qualification

You will complete the Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector Award Level 3 VTCT course with us in 6 weeks . So one day a week in class x 6 weeks plus home study and portfolio development.

The course aims:

• to develop your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a teacher in lifelong learning and the relationship between different professionals in lifelong learning. You will also learn about taking responsibility for maintaining a safe and supportive environment for learners.
  to enable you to understand teaching
  and learning strategies and approaches in lifelong learning, and how to use these to meet the needs of learners. You will also learn how to create a learning environment that engages and motivates learners.
• to enable you to plan and deliver an inclusive learning and teaching session. It requires the delivery of a microteaching session, and evaluation of own and peer delivery practice.
• to enable you to facilitate learning and development for individuals. You could be in a coaching or mentoring role. You are required to understand the use of a variety of methods.
• to understand group dynamics and how to facilitate learning and development
  in groups. You are required to understand the use of a variety of methods, for example presentation, instruction, demonstration, small group activities, skills practice and feedback, e-learning, blended learning, role plays and experiential learning.
• to develop your knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of
  assessment.
• to develop your understanding in accordance with regulations permitting the qualification of teachers at Level 3, including the different types and methods of assessment used in lifelong learning, ways to involve learners in the assessment process, and the requirement to keep assessment records.

At Affable Therapy Training, we understand the need to conduct classes in small groups. We also understand that learners learn differently therefore course material is delivered in various ways, e.g. PowerPoint presentation, group work, detailed course manual with diagrams, other activities to keep learners engaged throughout the day. Our teachers are qualified and have years of experience in their chosen field. They bring their knowledge and passion to the class to inspire and encourage the learners. Lessons are carefully planned around learner needs making our one day courses very effective.

The course is accredited with Vocational and Charitable Trust (VTCT) and is mapped on the national qualification framework.

• Learners need to have a good understanding of written and spoken English
• To have access to computer and internet
• Enthusiasm to learn and practice massage
• Devote 5-6hrs per week to home study while on the course

• Guided learning with tutor support for home study
• Course book
• Exam fees
• Learning environment that is friendly and safe
• Tea/Coffee throughout the day

The course units are:

Roles, responsibilities and relationships in lifelong learning:

• Written assignment

Understanding inclusive learning and teaching in lifelong learning:

• Written assignment

Using inclusive learning and teaching approaches in lifelong learning:

• Obsevations
• Written assignment

Facilitate learning and development for individuals:

• Observations
• Written assignment

Facilitate learning and development in groups:

• Observations
• Written assignment

Understanding the principles and practices of assessment:

• Written assignment

Principles of assessment in lifelong learning:

• Written assignment

On successful completion of this qualification you may wish to progress to the following VTCT qualifications in teacher training and learning and development:

• Level 3 Certificate in Learning and Development (QCF)
• Level 4 Award in Learning and Development (QCF)
• Level 4 Diploma in Learning and Development (QCF)
• Level 4 Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)
• Level 5 Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)

You may also wish to progress to a VTCT assessor qualification:

• Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (QCF)
• Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (QCF)
• Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF)