Frequently Asked Questions for NVQ Assessors

I gained my D32/D33 qualification a few years ago.
Is this qualification still valid?
How do I upgrade my D32/D33 qualification?
What qualification do I need to hold in order to become an assessor?
Do I get paid to carry out assessments of NVQ learners?
Once I have qualified as an assessor with The Coaching Academy
will I be able to work for you?
What is internal verification?
Do I need to continually update my qualification?
Can I keep my full time job?
How much time do I need?
Do I need to drive?
Further questions?

Frequently Asked Questions for NVQ Assessors

I gained my D32/D33 qualification a few years ago.
Is this qualification still valid?
Yes it is. However to continue assessing you will need to demonstrate that you have been trained on the new A1 Assessor Award standards. For information on our A1 Assessor Award course please click here.

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How do I upgrade my D32/D33 qualification?
Please click here which will take you through to the course information page.

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What qualification do I need to hold in order to become an assessor?
You need to gain the A1 Assessor Award or have upgraded to the A1 Assessor Award from the D32/D33 qualification.

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Do I get paid to carry out assessments of NVQ learners?
If you are an assessor-candidate you will not be paid for carrying out assessments while you are in training.

If you are qualified (holding an A1 Assessor Award) you can be paid to carry out assessments for learners.

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Once I have qualified as an assessor with The Coaching Academy
will I be able to work for you?
If you are looking for work assessing candidates in a coaching qualification then The Coaching Academy may be able to help you in your search, if you have trained with us. Please note that this work would be undertaken on a freelance basis. This information does not constitute a specific job offer. The quantity and whereabouts of work cannot be guaranteed. Specific information on working for The Coaching Academy in this capacity is detailed in our contract of work.

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What is internal verification?
This is the monitoring of all assessments for the accuracy and consistency of the application, interpretation and judgements made.
Standards are monitored by observing assessments, interviewing learners, checking assessment records and sampling learner evidence.

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Do I need to continually update my qualification?
You need to be able to demonstrate continuous professional development and keep a record of this on your CV.

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Can I keep my full time job?
It is acceptable for you as an assessor to work in the field you want to assess. Of course if you wanted to work as a freelance assessor for The Coaching Academy we would agree your availability prior to finalising any particular individual contract.

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How much time do I need?
As an assessor you are required to carry out monthly visits to your allocated candidates. The amount of time you spend with them will depend upon the type of visit you carry out. We will only allocate candidates to you after discussing your availability.

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Do I need to drive?
This is not a requirement of the job description, and candidates will be allocated to you according to your individual requirements.

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There are currently no Coaching NVQ dates available. If you would like to know more about coaching, then click the button on the left for dates of our FREE Coaching Course.

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Further sources of information
In addition you may find the additional links useful to you.
www.ediplc.com
www.nocn.co.uk
www.i-l-m.com
www.qca.org.uk
www.the-coaching-academy.com
www.theacademyclub.com