The Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and
Practice from Teaching Academy will make you to take the next step and become a
fully qualified IQA. Whether you are a management, trainer, assessor, or teacher,
you can expand on your current skills to become an IQA.
This will enable you to carry out IQA tasks and keep track of other people's
internal assessments. By utilizing your newly acquired knowledge and skills, you'll
raise the standard for your business or organization.
Awarding Body
OTHM Qualifications are approved and regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual).
Career Progression
The Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
opens up opportunities in quality assurance and assessment roles within the
education and training sector. It equips individuals with the knowledge and skills
to ensure that assessments meet the required standards, ultimately contributing to
the improvement of educational and vocational programs.
Graduates of this course can pursue careers as Quality Assurance Specialists.
With the knowledge gained from this qualification, individuals can excel as senior
assessors, taking on more responsibility for assessing learners in vocational or
educational settings. They may also train and mentor other assessors to enhance
assessment practices within their organization.
The Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and
Practice equips learners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively carry
out internal quality assurance activities. It is an essential qualification for
those who play a critical role in maintaining assessment quality, ensuring
compliance with standards, and contributing to the overall success of educational
and vocational programs.
The Level 4 IQA qualification is more appropriate for students pursuing or working
in an internal quality assurance position. As part of your qualification, two
assessors will need to work with you.
For entry onto the Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality qualification, learners must:
OTHM Level 4 certifications are available to students as young as 18.
There are no admission criteria for these qualifications in OTHM.
Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment
Module 1
Key Concepts and Principles of Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
Understanding the principles and concepts of IQA, including
standardization, fairness, and consistency.
The legal and regulatory requirements related to IQA.
Module 2
Planning the Internal Quality Assurance Process
Developing an IQA plan.
Determining sampling strategies and assessment methods.
Module 3
Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment
Strategies for monitoring and assuring the quality of
assessment.
Providing feedback and support to assessors.
Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment
Module 1
Implementing the Internal Quality Assurance of
Assessment Process
How to carry out the IQA process effectively.
Ensuring that assessment practices meet quality
standards.
Module 2
Providing Feedback and Support to Assessors
Strategies for offering constructive feedback to
assessors.
Supporting assessors in their professional
development.
Module 3
Monitoring the Assessment Process
Methods for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of
assessment practices.
Identifying areas for improvement and implementing
necessary changes.
Our Level 5 DET program typically covers a wide range of topics to equip educators with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in teaching and training roles. It places a strong emphasis on reflective practice, inclusivity, research, and leadership within an educational context.
Study Hours
These can be divided however you’d like over a 12-month period.
Course Schedule
You are able to divide your hours across a year. It is possible to finish the course in a few months or over the period of a year. The majority of students will finish the program in 9 to 12 months.
Assessment
Observations, classroom teaching, assignments
Course Delivery
