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Professional Development Award Workplace Assessment Using Direct and Indirect Methods

The PDA in Workplace Assessment Using Direct and Indirect Methods (SCQF Level 8) is a single SVQ unit qualification designed for individuals who assess workplace competence. It covers key areas such as planning and preparing assessments, evaluating candidate performance and knowledge, authenticating indirect evidence, confirming achievement, and supporting internal quality assurance. This qualification is ideal for assessors working with regulated vocational qualifications like SVQs, other workplace qualifications, or in-house standards

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Level:

SCQF Level 8

Duration:

This qualification is achievable within six months but can take up to one year.
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Who is this course for?

This course is designed for those who carry out work-based assessments or internal verification, as well as individuals who provide support to existing assessors. It is particularly suited to professionals assessing learners undertaking vocational qualifications, workplace training, or company standards. The qualification is recognised by leading industry bodies and delivered through a flexible approach combining distance learning with workplace visits and observations.

What skills will I learn?

You’ll gain practical skills in planning and preparing assessments, assessing performance and knowledge using direct and indirect methods, authenticating evidence, confirming achievement, and supporting internal quality assurance. These skills will enable you to confidently assess workplace competence and support learners effectively.

What will I study?

You will explore the key principles and practices of workplace assessment, including planning and preparing assessments, assessing candidate performance and knowledge using direct methods, confirming achievement and progression, and contributing to internal quality assurance. The course focuses on assessing competence in real workplace settings, such as vocational qualifications (SVQs), other workplace qualifications, or in-house standards.

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What further study options are available?

Progression to PDA in L&D 11

What career opportunities are there?

Many Assessors progress to undertaking the L&D11 - Internally monitor and maintain the quality of workplace assessment. Completion of these units will enhance your employability as a work-based assessor and/or internal verifier.