Study Information

How you’ll study

This course is studied 100% online.

Course Duration

Study this course over minimum 16 weeks.

Start dates

Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour.

Ofqual Approved

Approved by Ofqual in the UK and Globally recognised.

Comprehensive study material

Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks specific for each unit, case studies, articles, handouts, assignment brief.

Assessment

There are no exams. Assessment via assignments on which feedback is given.

Overview

The objective of the Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice qualifications are to develop learners’ understanding of theory and practice relating to their quality assurance role in education. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective quality assurance practitioner. The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of effective performance, planning and accountability and development.

Successful completion of these qualifications will enable learners to gain an internal quality assurance role or to develop within that role, and to lead a team of the internal quality assurance practitioners. Learners will also be able to work in a variety of other roles within education administration and/or management.

Modules

The Level 4 Award consists of 2 mandatory units for a combined total of 12 credits.

• Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment (6 credits)
• Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment (6 credits)

Entry Requirements

• These qualifications are designed for learner aged 19 and above.
• You will need to have completed your TAQA / A1 /D32 & D33 award and have experience of the assessment process.
• You will also need to provide two of your own assessors to internally verify.
The range of direct evidence MUST include:
• Monitoring of a minimum of TWO assessors
• Assessment of a minimum of TWO candidates per assessor
• Observation of practice
• Examination of products of work and questioning
• These can be supplemented, where necessary, with professional discussion, reflective accounts or witness statements.

Progressions

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress into employment as an assessor or as a lead assessor or Internal Quality Assurer for an centre or an organisation.

Certification

The Diploma is issued by the OTHM Qualification- Awarding Organisation. Come To UK Academy is an approved Learning Centre for OTHM qualifications.

Key Facts

Awarding Body: OTHM Qualifications
Course Duration: 2-3 months
Method of study: Distance Learning / Full Time / Part Time
Qualification Level: 4

OTHM Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice