Welcome to the LICQual Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment course! Whether you’re aspiring to become a professional assessor or looking to enhance your knowledge and skills in assessment practices, this comprehensive course is designed for you. The LICQual Level 3 Award offers a solid foundation in the principles and practices of assessment, providing you with essential tools to deliver effective and fair assessments in a variety of educational or vocational settings.
LICQual Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles Practices of Assessment is ideal for individuals looking to gain the necessary skills to assess in their chosen field, whether in education, training, or workplace environments. By enrolling in this course, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to confidently plan, carry out, and evaluate assessments, ensuring a clear understanding of both theoretical concepts and practical applications.
The LICQual Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment is a highly respected qualification that equips you with a comprehensive understanding of assessment practices in diverse learning environments. This course explores the core principles and methodologies of assessment, emphasizing how assessments can be used effectively to monitor learner progress and maintain high standards.
This Level 3 Award offers a flexible learning experience that allows you to progress at your own pace, with access to expert tutors who will guide you through every step of the process. By the end of this course, you will have a thorough understanding of the essential practices and principles of assessment and be fully prepared to apply these skills in real-world educational or vocational settings.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles Practices of Assessment
Total Units
6
Total Credits
6
GLH
18
Qualification #
LICQ2200136
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles Practices of Assessment,applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200136-1 |
Understanding Assessment Principles |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200136-2 |
Types and Methods of Assessment |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200136-3 |
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Assessment |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200136-4 |
Providing Feedback in Assessment |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200136-5 |
Assessment and Learning |
1 |
3 |
|
LICQ2200136-6 |
Standardization and Quality Assurance in Assessment |
1 |
3 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Standardization and Quality Assurance in Assessment
- Understand the importance of standardization in assessment practices and how it ensures consistency and fairness.
- Develop knowledge of quality assurance processes and their role in maintaining assessment standards and integrity.
Assessment and Learning
- Examine the relationship between assessment and learning, and how assessments support learner progress.
- Identify strategies to align assessments with learning objectives and outcomes effectively.
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Assessment
- Understand the legal responsibilities of assessors in the assessment process.
- Recognize ethical considerations in assessment, ensuring fairness, confidentiality, and integrity throughout the process.
Providing Feedback in Assessment
- Learn how to deliver constructive and actionable feedback to learners following assessments.
- Understand the impact of feedback on learner development and how to communicate assessment results effectively.
Types and Methods of Assessment
- Explore different types of assessments, including formative, summative, and diagnostic assessments.
- Identify various assessment methods and evaluate their suitability in different learning contexts.
Understanding Assessment Principles
- Understand the core principles of assessment, including validity, reliability, fairness, and consistency.
- Develop the skills to apply these principles to ensure effective and meaningful assessments.
This diploma is ideal for:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
