Who are the Assessor and Verifier qualifications for?

These qualifications are designed for learners aged 19 and above, who work, or intend to work, as assessors and internal verifiers of regulated qualifications, including Apprenticeships and vocational qualifications in all occupational sectors. This includes Assessors and Internal Verifiers in an FE college, Community Learning and Skills Provider, Independent Training Provider, and those delivering work-based training within a voluntary, community, private or public organisation. Assessor Roles • The GA Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment is intended for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of assessment without any requirement to practice as an Assessor. • The GA Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment is intended for Assessors who assess occupational competence in an individual's work environment. • The GA Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement is intended for those who assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the work environment (for example a workshop, classroom or other training environment). • The GA Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is intended for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the workplace (for example a workshop, classroom or other training environment). Internal Verifier Roles • The GA Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice is intended for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of internal quality assurance without any requirement to practice as an Internal Verifier. • The GA Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice is intended for those who maintain and improve the quality of assessment within an organisation or assessment centre. • The GA Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice is intended for those who lead a team of internal quality assurance staff.