Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) Assignment Brief

All Assessments Criteria

A1

1.1 Explain the function of assessment in learning and development.
1.3 Explain the responsibilities of the assessor.
7.1 Explain the importance of following procedures for the management of information relating to assessment.
8.2 Explain the contribution that technology can make to the assessment process.

A2

1.2 Define the key concepts and principles of assessment.

5.1 Explain how to judge whether evidence is:

• sufficient
• authentic
• current

5.2 Explain how to ensure that assessment decisions are:

• made against specified criteria
• valid
• reliable
• fair

A3

Green Colour – submitted in A2

Blue Colour – submitted in A3

2.1 Compare the strengths and limitations of a range of assessment methods with reference to the needs of individual learners.
4.4 Explain how assessment arrangements can be adapted to meet the needs of individual learners.
7.2 Explain how feedback and questioning contribute to the assessment process.
3.1 Summarise key factors to consider when planning assessment.
3.2 Evaluate the benefits of using a holistic approach to assessment.
3.3 Explain how to plan a holistic approach to assessment.

A4

Purple Colour – submitted in A3

3.4 Summarise the types of risks that may be involved in assessment in own area of responsibility.
3.5 Explain how to minimise risks through the planning process.
6.1 Evaluate the importance of quality assurance in the assessment process.
6.2 Summarise quality assurance and standardisation procedures in own area of practice.
6.3 Summarise the procedures to follow when there are disputes concerning assessment in own area of practice.

A5

1.4 Identify the regulations and requirements relevant to the assessment in own area of practice.
8.1 Explain legal issues, policies, and procedures relevant to assessment, including those for confidentiality, health, safety, and welfare.
8.3 Evaluate requirements for equality and diversity and, where appropriate, bilingualism in relation to assessment.
8.4 Explain the value of reflective practice and continuing professional development in the assessment process. (1.3)