iCQ Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (RQF)

Qualification at a glance

Qualification number

600/3108/6

Awarding organisation

iCQ Awards (iCan Qualifications Limited)

Minimum credits

9

Guided learning hours

40–54

Entry requirements and assessment access

Applicants should be 18 or over, have appropriate subject expertise and access to learners and assessment opportunities. Agree the evidence requirements with MCA before enrolment. This is distinct from the award for assessing occupational competence in the workplace.

What you will learn

• Plan vocational assessments using suitable methods
• Assess skills, knowledge and understanding against standards
• Give feedback, document decisions and participate in quality assurance

Qualification structure and unit choices

Structure: Two unit qualification for assessing vocationally related achievement

Mandatory units form the core. Optional units, where available, are selected with your assessor to match your role and the rules of combination; the full optional list is not a requirement to complete every unit.

How you are assessed

A portfolio combines assessment knowledge with observed assessment practice, learner evidence, feedback and records.

Your assessor records decisions against the unit criteria. All required outcomes must be achieved; assessment evidence is reviewed through internal and awarding-body quality assurance. Prior learning may be considered where permitted and supported by valid evidence.

Delivery and learner support

MCA offers tutor-supported online and blended learning. Your agreed study plan sets the tutorial format, workplace visits or teaching observations, independent study and review arrangements. Practical assessment cannot be replaced by online study alone.

Discuss accessibility needs, reasonable adjustments and learning support with MCA at the application stage.

Duration, start dates and fees

Start dates, fees, payment options and the planned completion period are confirmed in writing before enrolment. Qualification learning hours describe the study requirement; they are not a promise of a fixed calendar duration. Ask MCA for a personalised quotation and timetable.

Progression

Develop assessor practice; discuss workplace assessment or the combined assessor certificate if your role requires it.

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