Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QUALIFI)

Qualifi Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) is a 15-credit Ofqual regulated qualification which is designed to provide knowledge, skills, and competencies to anyone wanting to become a professional assessor in vocational and education contexts. It applies to the assessment of occupational competence which may occur in the workplace or to vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding which may be assessed in non-workplace settings (e.g. workshops, classrooms, training centres).

Benefits of Doing a Level 3 Diploma in Business Management Online

• Flexible and Self-Pace Studies: Complete the theoretical and planning components of the course through online means around your existing work and personal commitments.
• Full CAVA Assessor Status: Obtain the complete, nationally recognised assessor qualification (formerly called A1 / TAQA) to assess NVQs, apprenticeship, and vocational courses.
• Dual Environment Assessment Skills: Qualify to assess both in the workplace and classroom/simulated training environments.
• Career Advancement: An opportunity to work as an accredited Assessor or Internal Verifier pathway candidate or as a Vocational Trainer in various fields.
• Exam-Free Evaluation: Progress through a combination of practical assessment tasks, the development of a portfolio and the collection of evidence without experiencing the stress of a written exam.

• Designed for learners aged 19 years and above.
• Prior Learning: No formal prior qualifications are required but it is desirable to have Level 2 qualification or experience in the industry.
• Center Assessment: Entry based on an initial center interview, individual capability of meeting program demands.
• Industry Experience: For mature applicants who have significant practical experience in their sector may be considered subject to interview.

This qualification is designed to provide you with the necessary skills and recognition in your field. Upon successful completion, you will receive an official certification.

Average completion timeframe (Course Duration)

• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 150 Hours (Guided Learning + Independent Study).
• Typical Duration: 3 to 6 months (Can be completed sooner depending on access to candidates for practical assessment observations and individual learning pace).

• Professional Assessor Roles: Work as a qualified Vocational Assessor, NVQ Assessor, Apprenticeship Assessor in a college or private training provider, or under a corporate HR Department.
• Further Academic Progression: Progression into Qualifi Level 4 Qualifications, e.g., Level 4 Award/Certificate in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes & Practice (IQA), or into higher levels of Education & Training qualifications.