Assessment Practitioner

The programme

Programme overview

The Assessment Practitioner Skills Programme is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to assess learner competence in an occupational or workplace setting. The course covers planning for assessments, conducting assessments using appropriate tools and techniques, and recording the results accurately.

This SP-220320: Assessment Practitioner training is ideal for those involved in education, training, and development who are responsible for assessing learners against unit standards, qualifications, or occupational requirements.

Who should attend

Who is this programme for?

This SP-220320: Assessment Practitioner programme is suitable for:

• Workplace trainers and coaches
• Facilitators and learning practitioners
• Skills development facilitators
• Education and training practitioners
• Anyone responsible for assessing learner performance in the workplace or training centres

Learning outcomes

What you will learn

By the end of the SP-220320: Assessment Practitioner programme, learners will be able to:

• Understand the principles and practices of effective assessment
• Plan, prepare, and conduct assessments of learner competence
• Use appropriate assessment methods and tools
• Record, report, and give feedback on learner performance
• Ensure that assessments are fair, valid, reliable, and consistent

Explore the programme

Detailed programme outline

The programme is structured around three key components:

1. Assessment Principles and Practices

You will learn what assessment is and why it is important in education and training. This includes the key principles that ensure assessments are fair, valid, reliable, and consistent. You’ll also learn about the roles and responsibilities of assessors and how to follow relevant policies and procedures.

Topics include:

• What is assessment and why it’s done
• The difference between formative and summative assessment
• Principles of good assessment (fairness, validity, reliability, etc.)
• The assessor’s role in the learning process
• Understanding assessment policies and systems

Module:

• KM-05: Assessment Principles and Practices (4 Credits)

2. Planning and Conducting Assessments

This part of the course focuses on how to plan and carry out an assessment. You will learn how to prepare tools, gather evidence, assess learner performance, and record your findings.

• Preparing an assessment plan
• Developing and using assessment tools
• Conducting assessments in different settings
• Collecting and judging evidence
• Giving feedback to learners
• Recording and reporting assessment results
• PM-06: Plan and Conduct Assessment of Learner Competence (8 Credits)

3. Workplace Assessment Practice

In this practical part of the course, you will apply what you’ve learned by conducting actual or simulated assessments in a workplace or training environment. You will follow all steps from planning to giving feedback.

• Setting up real or practice assessments
• Observing and assessing learners
• Documenting the assessment process
• Addressing any challenges during assessment
• Finalising and filing assessment records
• WM-06: Conduct Assessments of Learner Competence (8 Credits)

Learning approach

How you will learn

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Discuss your requirements

Dates, duration & arrangements

Contact Ratomac to confirm dates, duration, delivery format, entry requirements and any applicable assessment or certification before booking.