MCA COURSE OUTLINE · 600/3771/4
iCQ Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF)
People maintaining the quality of assessment within a centre or organisation.
Qualification at a glance
- Qualification number
- 600/3771/4
- Awarding organisation
- iCQ Awards (iCan Qualifications Limited)
- Minimum credits
- 12
- Guided learning hours
- 90
Entry requirements and assessment access
The specification places this route in the 19+ age category. You need relevant vocational expertise and access to assessors, learners, evidence and internal quality assurance activity.
What you will learn
- Plan and carry out sampling of assessment
- Monitor assessor decisions and give developmental feedback
- Support standardisation and record quality assurance outcomes
Qualification structure and unit choices
Structure: To achieve this qualification, both mandatory units must be completed to attain 12 credits
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.
| Unit code | Unit title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/601/5321 | Internally assure the quality of assessment | 4 | 6 |
| T/601/5320 | Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment | 4 | 6 |
How you are assessed
Knowledge evidence plus an observed portfolio of actual internal quality assurance activity.
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 the leading IQA certificate where your role includes coordinating the quality assurance function.
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Request your course planUnit titles, credits and qualification structure checked against the published iCQ specification on 3 October 2026. This MCA outline explains the learner journey; the registered assessment plan controls the exact unit selection and assessment criteria.


