CACHE Level 3 Award in Assessing Learners Using
a Range of Methods (A1)
CACHE Level 3 Award in Assessing Learners’
Performance through Observation (A2)
Who is the qualification aimed at?
For learners who wish to assess NVQ candidates, using a variety of different methods.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners must be a qualified or experienced practitioner at the Level or above of the qualification they will be assessing. It is also recommended that they have at least three years post qualifying experience.
What does the qualification cover?
How to assess NVQ candidates through a range of methods. How to assess NVQ candidates through observation and questioning.
How is it Assessed?
Learners will need to produce a portfolio of work based evidence in accordance with the requirements of the Agreed Common Evidence for the assessment and Verification Units.
How long does the qualification take to complete?
Learners will need to complete their A2 qualification within 18 months of commencing their role as an Assessor.
Are practical placements required?
Learners will need to be working with at least two candidates.
How long does the qualification take to complete?
Learners will need to complete their A1 qualification within 18 months of commencing their role as an Assessor.
What related qualifications can learners progress to?
• CACHE Level 4 Awards in Conducting
Internal Quality Assurance of the
Assessment Process (V1).
• CACHE Level 4 Awards in Conducting
External Quality Assurance of the
Assessment Process (V2).
If learners achieve A1, they do not need to do A2.
