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Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices
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Course Description
An industry standard certification for aspiring Lead IQAs (Internal Quality Assurers) is our Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices (RQF). To be eligible for an IQA role, candidates are typically required by awarding organisations and training facilities to possess or be actively pursuing this L4 IQA certification. With the NVQ/TAQA qualification, individuals can oversee the activities of assessors and an internal verification team within an institute. This Level 4 Leading IQA qualification, accredited by UK OFQUAL, is designed to support individuals with expertise in any subject matter. However, individuals would require access to quality assure the work of internal verifiers and competent assessors at their workplace to meet the practical component of the course.
Unit 1: Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment
Unit 2: Internally assure the quality of assessment
Unit 3: Plan, allocate and monitor work in own area of responsibility
Written assignment and evidence for practical demonstration of IQA skills whereby trainee IQA would be required to quality assure the work of 2 assessors working with learners of their own for unit 2. Practical component for unit 3 would require trainee IQA monitor the work of 2 IQAs working with assessors of their own. The evidence for the trainee IQA’s performance must be valid, authentic and sufficient for all components of the units.
The course offers self-paced modules. It can be completed within a month to over a duration of 9 months based on the learner’s own pace. However, the course access expires after a year and a re-enrolment charge is applicable.
Awarding Body: Focus Awards UK
Qualification Number: 601/6111/5
Focus Awards is an Awarding Organisation regulated by Ofqual, ensuring that all qualifications adhere to rigorous standards.
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- Unlimited revisions
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lead IQA course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills, knowledge, and understanding to effectively lead a team of internal quality assurers. This qualification enables learners to oversee the assessment practices within their organisation, including sampling the work of assessors and monitoring a team of internal verifiers. Typically, this role aligns with senior management or centre ownership positions, involving responsibilities for the overall IQA strategy, policies, and processes within the centre. The L4 Lead IQA course is particularly suitable for those employed or aspiring to work as internal quality assurers or verifiers in the Further Education (FE) and Higher Education (HE) sectors.
Your course access is valid for 12 months, allowing you to progress at your own pace. After the 12 months, re-enrolment charges of £35 is applicable.
There are no specific entry requirements for our courses, except that learner must be 19 years or above and possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Upon completing the online Lead IQA Certificate, you can anticipate diverse career prospects across various sectors, including but not limited to beauty, health and social care, childcare, early years, health and safety, first aid, private security, construction, apprenticeships, hospitality, etc.
If you still have any questions, please refer to our main FAQs page or contact us for further assistance.
No, there are no specific deadlines for assignment submissions. You have the flexibility to progress at your own pace within the 12-month access period to learning materials and tutor support.
No need to worry. You can contact us, and we can help you arrange a placement to fulfil the practical requirements of your course.
The potential progression areas after completing the Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices include:
- Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET)
- Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE & Skills)
The responsibilities of a Lead IQA involve overseeing, assisting, and organising the activities of internal quality assurers. The lead IQA holds the responsibility of ensuring the timely completion of tasks to facilitate the growth of a highly skilled and efficient delivery team.
An IQA ensures assessment consistency and compliance, while a Lead IQA holds a more senior role, leading a team and overseeing quality assurance policies across the organization or sector.
Unit 2 qualifies you as an internal verifier, allowing you to sample and verify assessor work. Unit 3 qualifies you as a Lead IQA, enabling you to lead and manage a team of internal verifiers.
No, your assessors and IQAs do not necessarily have to be qualified. They must assess and monitor against established standards, which could include centre or industry standards/procedures, personnel specifications, or learning outcomes set by an Awarding Body.
No, it is not required. You will need two assessors to carry out IQA activities and two IQAs for leadership activities, but these do not have to take place in a classroom, as learning and assessing can occur in various settings.
Leading the IQA course involves managing and coordinating the quality assurance within the organisation by overseeing the work of a team of IQAs.
The course was previously known as the V1 Internal Verifier’s Course, and it was also referred to as D34.
If you still have any questions, please refer to our main FAQs page or contact us for further assistance.
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