Step into the role of an effective learning facilitator with this QCTO-accredited Skills Programme (NQF Level 5, 20 credits)—a focused, high-impact course designed to equip trainers, educators, and subject-matter experts with essential facilitation skills. In just 4–5 days, you’ll gain the ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate impactful learning sessions, while also building your Portfolio of Evidence for formal assessment.
Whether you’re delivering workplace training, community workshops, or classroom instruction, this blended, online or face-to-face programme gives you the practical tools to engage learners and drive results with confidence and professionalism.
The Assessment Practitioner programme is designed to develop competent professionals who are able to conduct outcomes-based assessments within the context of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
This skills programme is ideal for individuals who assess learners for credit towards registered unit standards, skills programmes, qualifications, or part qualifications. It ensures assessors follow quality assurance requirements and ethical, fair, and valid assessment practices.
After completing this skills programme, learners will be able to:
Understand the principles of outcomes-based assessment
Plan and prepare for assessments in a variety of contexts
Conduct assessments in line with national standard
Provide constructive feedback to learners
Record and report assessment results accurately
Review and improve assessment practices
Work ethically and professionally within ETD frameworks
This course is ideal for:
Trainers and facilitators who want to assess learners
Subject Matter Experts wanting to become qualified assessors
HR and training professionals
ETD Practitioners
Individuals involved in learnerships, skills programmes, or SETA-funded projects
Professionals working toward becoming registered constituent assessors with an ETQA (e.g. SETA, QCTO)
Communication and numeracy at NQF Level 4 (Grade 12 or equivalent)
Subject expertise in the area you intend to assess
Experience in workplace or education/training environments recommended
Understanding outcomes-based education and training (OBET)
Assessment methods, tools, and types
Preparing for and planning assessments
Conducting assessments fairly and effectively
Providing feedback and managing appeals
Evidence gathering and judgment techniques
Recording, reporting, and moderation readiness
Ethical and professional assessment practices
Fully QCTO-Accredited Training Provider
Delivered by Registered and Experienced Facilitators
Portfolio of Evidence Support Provided
Relevant for All Sectors and Learning Contexts
Assists with SETA Accreditation & Compliance
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