Frequently Asked Questions

A1 – 3 Day Learning Programme

V1 – 3 Day Learning Programme

2 day workshop which sets out the following:

• an overview of NVQs
• the role of the assessor
• assessment methods
• planning for assessment
• recording assessment decisions
• feedback techniques
• appeals and complaints – processes and procedures
• quality assurance

2 day workshop which sets out the following:

• an overview of NVQs
• the role of the internal verifier and definition of verification
• outline the verification strategy
• identification of assessor needs and support
• allocation of learners to assessors
• undertaking observation of assessor practice
• feedback skills
• liaison with external verifier
• internal quality assurance

After Day 2 of the learning programme you will be contacted each week by your ENTO Direct assigned assessor to check on your progress and basically answer any queries/questions you have regarding the learning programme and assessment and verification.

There are also a number of Personal Learning Activities (PLAs) available that offer support in key areas of learning and development of the assessment and verification process. Your ENTO Direct Trainer will discuss these with you during Day 2 of the learning programme and your assigned ENTO Direct assessor will provide guidance in you undertaking the activities.

Follwed 6 weeks later by Day 3:

1 day workshop which sets out the following:

• revision of day 1 & day 2
• completion of personal learning activities
• discuss evidence requirements for completion of the A1 award
• action plan for achievement

1 day workshop which sets out the following:

• revision of day 1 & day 2
• review progress
• share experiences
• discuss best practice
• action plan for achievement

After Day 3 you will have an action plan agreed between yourself and your ENTO Direct assigned assessor, which will contain milestones for submission of agreed activity. You will be contacted by your assessor before the first agreed milestone to monitor progress. Ongoing regular contact is maintained after the initial date in line with other milestones.

D32/D33 to A1 up skill Award – 1 Day Learning Programme

D34 to V1 up skill award – 1 Day Learning Programme

1 day workshop which sets out the following:

• regulatory factors and organisations influencing NVQ assessment and delivery
• the role of the A1 assessor, context and responsibilities
• effective holistic assessment; planning, assessing and judging candidates
• effective feedback; its place within the assess/learn/assess cycle
• quality assurance process; the assessors role and responsibilities

1 day workshop which sets out the following:

• The role of the V1 Internal Verifier; context and responsibilities
• Managing, supporting and developing your Assessment Team
• Management and Quality Assurance of your provision
• Quality assurance processes; the internal verifier’s role and responsibilities
• Meeting external quality assurance requirements
• V1 Standard and evidence requirements

After Day 1 you will have an action plan agreed between yourself and your assessor, which will contain milestones for submission of agreed activity. You will be contacted by your assessor before the first agreed milestone to monitor progress. Ongoing regular contact is maintained after the initial date in line with other milestones.

Unit D - 2 Day Learning Programme

1 day workshop which sets out the following:

• goals and objectives for health and safety
• review of legislation, including pending health and safety legislative changes for 2005
• underpinning knowledge requirements to unit D
• risk assessing key areas relevant to your prioritise
• documentation and records for work area/practices being reviewed
• planning the review
• check list and reporting procedures
• collation of evidence
• good practices when completing health and safety reviews

Followed 6 weeks later by Day 2:

1 day workshop which sets out the following:

• to review your progress
• share experiences
• discuss best practice
• preparation for evidence collection and action planning

After Day 2 you will have an action plan agreed between yourself and your assessor, which will contain milestones for submission of agreed activity. You will be contacted by your assessor before the first agreed milestone to monitor progress. Ongoing regular contact is maintained after the initial date in line with other milestones.