iCQ Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (RQF)

Qualification at a glance

Qualification number

600/3109/8

Awarding organisation

iCQ Awards (iCan Qualifications Limited)

Minimum credits

3

Guided learning hours

24

Entry requirements and assessment access

Applicants should be 18 or over and able to explain assessment principles in a vocational context. This knowledge award does not require assessment of real learners and does not, by itself, demonstrate assessor competence.

What you will learn

• Plan fair assessment and choose suitable evidence methods
• Understand validity, reliability, authenticity and sufficiency
• Explain feedback, quality assurance, records and appeals

Qualification structure and unit choices

Structure: One unit qualification for understanding the principles and practices of assessment

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

Written or recorded answers, case studies and professional discussion form a knowledge portfolio.

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

Progress to a practice-based assessor award matched to your setting.

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