Highfield Level 3 Assessor Qualification (CAVA)

Best for Training’s Highfield Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) is designed for people wanting to assess vocational qualifications.

This qualification is intended for those who assess both occupational competence in the work environment and vocational skills, knowledge and understanding in environments other than the workplace (for example a workshop, classroom or other training environment).

To ensure this is the right course for you:

You must have at least two candidates you can assess who are studying for a vocational qualification and are registered with an awarding organisation.
You must have a qualified assessor to countersign your assessment decisions
You must have an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) who can carry out an observation of your assessment practice
You must be able to attend a standardisation meeting with your IQA and assessment team

If you do not have two candidates then the Level 3 Award in Understanding Assessment Principles and Practice may be more suitable for you. Assessors are in demand internationally and this qualification is essential for anyone undertaking vocational assessment.

What does the training include?

The Certificate has 3 mandatory units which must be fully completed to gain the qualification.

Understanding the principles and practices of assessment
Assess occupational competence in the work environment
Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding

This qualification is assessed by the following method: you must complete of a portfolio of evidence that must cover all assessment criteria for the units which includes:

Theory assessment – you must complete a series of activities and written questions during the session covering all learning outcomes to gain the qualification
Practical assessment – you will be observed working with a candidate and you must provide work products to demonstrate you competence in assessment

This ensures that Best for Training fully meets the observation requirements set by the Awarding Organisation and the Education and Training Foundation.

“As a minimum, there must be performance evidence for the following assessment methods:
observation of performance in the work environment
examining products of work;
and questioning the learner.
Simulations are not allowed.
The trainee assessor’s performance evidence must be assessed by observation, examining the products of work, questioning or professional discussions. Remote observation is not acceptable for assessment of assessors; in other words, the assessor and the trainee assessor must be in the same location at the same time when observations are being carried out.”
The Education & Training Foundation, Qualification Guidance, Assessment and Quality Assurance Qualifications, Page 15

How long is the training for?

The course is for 6 months from enrolment, although many learners complete earlier.

What is included in the price?

The price includes:

Highly qualified assessor
Course materials and text book
Online support
Registration, assessment and certification
Postage of certificates

There are no hidden charges with this qualification. The face to face observation with your assessor is included in the price. This ensures that Best for Training fully meets the observation requirements set by the Awarding Organisation and the Education and Training Foundation.

Progression & employment opportunities

On successful completion of this qualification, you may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications:

You will be a qualified assessor and will be able to apply for Assessor roles in your area of occupational competence.

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7 reviews for Highfield Level 3 Assessor Qualification (CAVA)

5 out of 5

S Silva – 6th November 2020:

I recommend Best for Training if you need to professionalise your assessment practice and have limited time.
It has made a difference that Anne was able to provide timely, precise and though provoking feedback on my submissions and development. Anne was patient answering my questions despite already providing me with the answers. Anne boosted my confidence and also challenged me when my work needed development. Anne supported my time management by organising my evidence submissions so I was clear about what I had done well and what was remaining.
I completed the CAVA course and now I am an EPA.
- Sam Sutton – 9th November 2020:
  
  Thank you for the great review!
5 out of 5

Cath waddilove – 19th February 2020:

Thank you so much for all your help. I had been let down very badly by another provider and feared i would never gain certification. You have rectified this with Upmost professionalism. Thank you
- Sam Sutton – 24th February 2020:
  
  So sorry to hear that you had been let down by another provider but very glad to help 🙂
5 out of 5

Kirsty LUCAS – Essex Police – 14th December 2019:

As a result of starting a new job role this qualification was essential for my ongoing development. Being told you are required to complete a qualification requiring significant work I was apprehensive as to how I would complete this on top of the demands of my day job. These concerns were however short lived after my initial meeting with Samantha Sutton. From this initial meeting to completion of the qualification I was fully supported. The communication consisted of face to face, telephone & email there was always a way to speak with Samantha if I needed guidance. I thoroughly enjoyed completing this and proud of my achievement. I cannot recommend this company enough.
- Sam Sutton – 15th December 2019:
  
  Thank you Kirsty for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
5 out of 5

Barry Coe – Essex Police – 13th December 2019:

I came into this new area of work which was daunting and I needed my CAVA level 3 qualification to perform the role. Sam is a lovely approachable person who answered any queries I had whilst completing this. She gave guidance and support which made the process easier.
I also completed my level 3 AET course with Best for Training. Sam and Anne again made this course easier and guided and supported all students. They both created a togetherness on this course and ensured all students reached their goals.
I would highly recommend BFT as a service provider. 5 star!
- Sam Sutton – 13th December 2019:
  
  Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely feedback Barry.
5 out of 5

Simon Butters – 12th December 2019:

Having had very little previous knowledge of this subject I was a little nervous that the course requirements and subject matter would be hard to follow, however with the help of Sam my mind was put at rest and I completed this course with no problems, there was always guidance and support throughout. Thank you.
- Sam Sutton – 12th December 2019:
  
  Thank you Simon for taking the time to review Best for Training.
5 out of 5

phil sale – 18th March 2019:

I came into this with very little knowledge in the field however the qualification was part of my new role. as such it needed to be done.
with the help of my assessor sam and my i/v anne, i very quickly realised that i already did this within my normal work. having the knowledge to go along with this made my performance as an assessor even better.
from start to finish i have found the help and support given to me from best for training to be fantastic. both sam and anne are very approachable which is rare and were always very prompt in replying to me. all of the little things were catered for, including folders to keep the work in which were of a good standard and well presented.
i have thoroughly enjoyed completing this and discovering along the way just how many skills i already had. i could not recommend bft enough. thank you

on a side note i have also recently completed my level 3 aet with bft which again was to the same high standard.
- Sam Sutton – 18th March 2019:
  
  Thank you for taking the time to review us Phil – it was great working with you. So glad you enjoyed our training.
5 out of 5

KEITH SLOGGETT – 9th November 2018:

ALTHOUGH I WAS SLIGHTLY DAUNTED AT THE PROSPECT OF TAKING THIS COURSE AND THE WORK THAT IT WOULD CREATE ON TOP OF MY DAY JOB, BOTH MY ASSESSOR ANNE AND THE I/V SAM MADE THE PROCESS STRAIGHT FORWARD AND EASY FOR ME TO WORK AROUND MY DAY JOB.

i WOULD THOROUGHLY RECOMMEND BEST FOR TRAINING AS A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THIS QUALIFICATION AND I’M NOW LOOKING FORWARD TO MY TAQA 4
- Sam Sutton – 9th November 2018:
  
  Thank you Keith for taking the time to review our training. It was a pleasure working with you.