Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) Assessment

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)