Assessment
Practitioner
SP 220320 / 5 Credits
Accreditation
The Assessment Practitioner skills programme develops the knowledge and practical ability required to plan, conduct and administer assessments of learner competence in an occupational context. The programme is registered with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) .
Purpose of the Skills Program
The programme prepares learners to plan assessment activities, gather and evaluate appropriate evidence, make assessment decisions, provide constructive feedback and maintain the documentation required for consistent occupational assessment.
Methodology
Training can be presented at the client's venue when group training is required. Classroom-based, face-to-face delivery is available, while online sessions can also be scheduled where appropriate.
A Learning Management System (LMS) is used to manage learning activities and Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) documentation. The learning process combines theoretical understanding with practical application so that participants can apply assessment principles within realistic occupational and workplace situations.
Course Duration
30 days as scheduled in the rollout of the Skills Programme. Delivery dates and session arrangements can be confirmed according to the needs of the learner group or organisation.
What you will learn
Learners develop an understanding of assessment principles and gain practical experience in planning, preparing for and conducting assessments. The programme also covers evidence collection, learner communication, assessment decisions, feedback, documentation and the processes that support moderation and quality assurance.
Knowledge Component
242401001-KM-05
Assessment principles and practices,
NQF Level 5, Credits 4.
This component develops an understanding of the principles that support fair, valid, reliable and consistent assessment. Learners consider assessment methods, evidence requirements and the responsibilities involved in making sound assessment decisions.
Practical Component
242401001-PM-06
Plan and conduct the assessment of learner
competencies, NQF Level 5, Credits 8.
Practical activities provide experience in preparing assessment activities, communicating requirements to learners, gathering suitable evidence and recording assessment outcomes accurately.
242401001-WM-06
Conduct assessments of learner competence,
NQF Level 5, Credits 8.
Workplace application allows learners to demonstrate their ability to conduct assessments in an occupational environment and apply the required processes consistently.
Included:
Learning materials, access to the LMS, facilitation, assessment, moderation, certification and classroom facilities are included as applicable to the programme delivery arrangement.
Not included:
Meals, transport and personal data or connectivity costs are not included unless specifically stated in the quotation.
Cost
Pricing is supplied on quotation and may depend on group size, delivery method, venue arrangements and programme requirements.
Who is this programme suitable for?
This programme is suitable for facilitators, trainers, supervisors, workplace mentors, skills development practitioners and other professionals who need to assess learner competence as part of their role. It can also support individuals who want to expand their responsibilities within education, training and workplace development.
An Assessment Practitioner develops practical skills in preparing learners for assessment, evaluating evidence, communicating results and maintaining accurate records. These abilities are particularly valuable in occupational learning environments where assessment provides evidence that a learner can apply the required knowledge and practical skills.
Assessment Practitioner Skills and Practical Assessment
Effective assessment is more than completing documentation. It requires sound judgement, clear communication and a consistent approach to evidence. Learners are therefore encouraged to understand both the principles behind assessment and the practical processes used when assessing competence in real training and workplace environments.
Assessment evidence should demonstrate what a learner knows and can do while providing a reliable basis for making competency decisions. Clear assessment planning and documentation also help support moderation, internal quality assurance and consistent decision-making between different learners and assessors.
Learning supported by practical application
Occupational Studies supports the learning process through structured facilitation, practical activities and LMS-supported documentation. This gives participants an opportunity to develop competence while maintaining the records required for assessment, moderation and quality assurance.
The programme is designed to help each Assessment Practitioner become more confident when preparing assessment activities, working with learners, reviewing evidence and communicating assessment outcomes in an occupational training environment.
Continue your skills development
Explore our other Skills Programmes to view additional occupational learning opportunities, or contact Occupational Studies for information about enrolment, group training, programme delivery and quotations.