How to Become a Vocational Assessor

One of the most satisfying of all careers is being able to help others to achieve their goals, whether that be in a learning environment or even your current workplace. One great way of doing that is to train to become a vocational assessor with online courses from CTC Training.

Here, we’re going to explore what being a vocational assessor involves, what qualifications you need to become one and what those courses are made up of. But let’s start at the beginning!

What is a vocational assessor?

A vocational assessor is someone who assesses people working towards vocational qualifications – whether in a learning or workplace setting – to ensure they are meeting the necessary standards to succeed. 

This can be done as a job in itself or to enable you to assess competency in your own workplace. It will equip you to assess competency in a wide range of scenarios, from apprenticeships and diplomas to NVQs and technical skills.

What qualifications do you need to become a vocational assessor?

There are several courses available from CTC Training that can help you move into this exciting and rewarding field. These include:

• The Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
• The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement

There are no specific entry requirements for these courses, other than a minimum level 2 in English and maths – and an enthusiasm to support and help other people.

Our courses are carried out completely online via our 24/7 portal where you can find all your course materials and content, and upload completed assignments ready for assessment. Both are Ofqual-regulated, which means you can be sure that they’re of a very high standard and the type of valuble qualifications that will sit well on your CV and impress potential employers.

What units do these courses include?

The Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement has two units:

• UNIT NO 1 – Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
• UNIT NO 2 – Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement comprises three units:

• UNIT NO 1 – Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment 
• UNIT NO 2 – Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment
• UNIT NO 3 – Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding

Assessment is by internally set and marked assignments that are subject to external quality assurance. 

How long do these courses take?

Both courses are to be completed within twelve months of enrolment, although most people will complete them within one to three months. The Level 3 Award has a study period of approximately 90 hours, while the Level 3 Certificate has a study period of approximately 150 hours.

What qualities do you need to be a successful vocational assessor?

• Strong observational skills
• Good communication
• Knowledge in the area of work you’re assessing
• Enjoy working with others
• Presentation skills
• Problem-solving skills

Here at CTC Training, our courses are all fully online, so you can fit your studies around your existing commitments. And with up to twelve months to complete the course, you can work as quickly or slowly as you feel comfortable with, although most finish within one to three months.

Find out more about training to become a vocational assessor by getting in touch with us or enrol and start learning today by clicking here.