
QCTO Skills Programme
Assessment Practitioner
SP-220320 · NQF Level 5 · 20 Credits
Duration
5 days contact time + Portfolio of Evidence
Accrediting body
ETDP SETA / QCTO
Course Introduction
Teaches the practical craft of assessment — judging a learner's work fairly and consistently against set criteria, with enough rigour to act as a registered assessor in your own field.
Who Should Attend
Facilitators, workplace supervisors and SMEs who need to formally assess learner competence.
Entry Requirements
NQF Level 4 with Communication.
Learning Outcomes
- Plan an assessment against agreed criteria
- Conduct fair, valid and reliable assessments
- Provide constructive feedback to candidates
- Maintain assessment records in line with QCTO requirements
Our Training Methodology
Delivered in-person, onsite at the client's premises, or online/virtual — Knowledge, Practical and (where applicable) Work Experience modules, culminating in a Final Integrated Summative Assessment (FISA).
Course / Module Content
- Knowledge Module — principles and standards of occupational assessment
- Practical Skill Module — conducting an assessment
- Work Experience Module — assessing a learner in a real context
Assessments & Certification
Learners are assessed internally against each module, then complete a Final Integrated Summative Assessment (FISA) set/moderated externally. On success, the QCTO issues the official certificate/Statement of Results.
Career Opportunities
- Registered Assessor (subject-matter/occupation specific)
- Skills Development Facilitator support role
- Credits count toward Training and Development Practitioner (OC-101321)
