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The Level 4 Certificate in Leading Internal Quality Assurance is the most advanced course within the TAQA qualification suite and covers all three units of the IQA course. This updated qualification replaced the V1 and V2 qualifications and is the latest standard in IQA training in the UK. The awarding body for this qualification is Focus Awards.
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The Lead IQA course teaches you the practical skills to lead and manage the internal quality assurance process. It covers quality assurance principles and legislation.
During the course, you will also learn how to lead, manage, and motivate a team of internal quality assurance professionals. Completing the IQA course successfully allows you to improve and maintain the assessment standards of other learners.
The entry requirements for the Level 4 Certificate in Leading Internal Quality Assurance (Units 1-3) include:
Age and Suitability
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above. It is designed for individuals in internal quality assurance roles within vocational or educational settings.
Access to Assessors
Learners must work with two assessors, each of whom must have access to at least two learners.
Access to Internal Quality Assurers
In the final unit of this course, learners must have access to at least one IQA and be responsible for managing or leading their work.
Observation by an Expert Witness
You’ll also need access to an expert witness in your workplace who can observe you carrying out your role and then complete both an observation form and a testimony form.
Please note: your expert witness must hold a recognised IQA qualification, such as the Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Processes and Practice (or a higher qualification), and must have at least five years’ experience working as an IQA.
While the average completion time for candidates is 2-3 months, you’re allowed up to 12 months to finish the course, ensuring you have all the time you need. During this period, the course is assessed through written and practical assignments you complete and upload for grading on our online portal.
Unit 1 is assessed with written assignments.
Units 2 and 3 require uploading evidence of quality assurance, including plans, assessment records, and feedback. You must have two assessors to quality-assure the assessment decisions they make about their learners.
IQA Award Unit 1: The 1-unit IQA course offers theoretical knowledge on internal quality assurance without any practical activities.
IQA Award Unit 1 & 2: This Level 4 award provides learners with the opportunity to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of internal quality assurance. Once completed, learners are able to perform the role of an internal quality assurer.
Level 3 Assessor Award (UPPA) Unit 1: This unit focuses on knowledge and is excellent for current assessors who want to improve their skills. It teaches the background knowledge and importance of assessment practices.
Level 3 Assessor Award (AVRA) Unit 1 & 2: This qualification allows you to assess students in a training setting, like a workshop or classroom, but not in their workplace.
Level 3 Assessor Award (ACWE) Unit 1 & 2: This qualification lets you assess students at their workplace rather than in a classroom. Like the Vocationally Related Achievement award, you will determine the skills of two learners.
Level 3 Assessor Award (CAVA) Unit 1, 2 & 3: This qualification lets you assess students in training and at their workplace and covers all three units of an assessor course.
If you are starting out as an assessor, the Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) could be a good start to get into internal quality assurance.
If you want to actively work as an IQA and assess assessments within an organization, we recommend the Level 4 IQA Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice.
For those ready to advance in their IQA career, the Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice, which qualifies you as a lead IQA, is the best choice.
IQA (Internal Quality Assurer)
An IQA confirms that assessment practices are consistent and that the standards set by the organisation and the regulatory body are met.
Lead IQA (Leading Internal Quality Assurer)
A Lead IQA has a more senior role. They oversee the IQA process for the whole organisation or sector and lead a team of IQAs responsible for the organisation's quality assurance policies and practices.
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Understanding why quality assurance is important in assessment processes for fairness, consistency, and validity. Learning about duties and expectations of internal quality assurers, including overseeing assessment processes, providing feedback, and maintaining standards. Learning systematic approaches to monitor, evaluate, and improve assessment practices. This involves implementing quality improvement initiatives based on feedback and data analysis.
Developing skills to lead and coordinate internal quality assurance activities. This includes setting objectives, organising resources, and managing timelines for conducting assessments. Applying practical methodologies to monitor assessment procedures and evaluate assessment outcomes. Maintain compliance with established standards and guidelines. Using feedback mechanisms to address issues and continuously improve the quality of assessment processes. Putting in place procedures to maintain consistency and fairness in assessment decisions across different assessors and contexts.
Developing plans and strategies to achieve organisational objectives related to assessment and quality assurance. Assigning responsibilities and tasks to team members based on their strengths and expertise. Monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and making necessary adjustments to achieve the required objectives. Identifying potential risks and minimising disruptions to assessment processes and overall quality assurance efforts. Providing guidance, support, and motivation to team members to create a productive work environment.
The Level 4 Certificate in Leading Internal Quality Assurance is a qualification designed for professionals responsible for managing and leading internal quality assurance processes within an organisation.
This qualification suits individuals aspiring to work in quality assurance leadership and management roles.
The topics covered include the principles and practices of internal quality assurance, leadership, and management skills. They also include planning and allocating work and maintaining assessment quality.
Assessment includes written assignments for theoretical units and the submission of quality assurance evidence for practical units. Evidence of standardisation and management activities is also required.
An expert witness is a qualified IQA within an organisation who will confirm that your work was accurate, fair, consistent, and reliable. They are required to observe your work and provide a testimony about your performance.
If you refer on an assessment, your tutor will give you detailed feedback to help you understand where you need to improve. You will revise your work based on this feedback and submit an improved version.
Yes, the Level 4 Award in IQA is nationally recognised under the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in the United Kingdom. It is also recognised in various other countries, making it valuable for professionals in the education and training sectors internationally.
Generally, candidates take 2-3 months to complete the course, yet you have up to 12 months to do so, giving you plenty of time to finish. Please note that after these 12 months, additional fees will apply.
