• Access Duration: 12 Months 
• Awarded by: Focus Awards   
• Type: Award 
• Credit Value: 12 
• Guided Learning Hours(GLH): 90 
• Total Qualification Time(TQT): 120 
• Qualification Level: 4  
• Qualification Number: 601/6107/3  
• National Availability: England, Northern Ireland, International  

• Explore the principles and context of internal quality assurance. 
• Understand the criteria for monitoring the quality of assessments. 
• Learn how to manage the information relevant to the internal quality assurance of assessment. 
• The ability to carry out the plan to conduct internal quality assurance assessments. 
• Understand key responsibilities of an IQA, which include legal and regulatory frameworks. 
• Ensure there is consistency and standardisation in assessment. 

• Internal verifiers 
• Internal quality assurers 
• Assessors  
• Compliance officers 
• Training and development coordinators 
• Quality assurance coordinators 
• Training managers 

Once you complete the Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice, you can take the next step in meeting your goal of becoming a qualified IQA. This is a stand-out credential and will have a positive impact on your career. With experience, you can pursue higher education certifications and land senior positions in the industry. Here are some job roles you can progress to with the average salary scale mentioned. (Source: UK Glassdoor). 

• Training Manager – £73,000 (approximately)   
• Compliance Officer – £46,000 (approximately) 
• Teacher – £46,000 (approximately) 
• Internal Quality Assurer – £36,000 (approximately)   
• Quality Assurance Coordinator – £35,000 (approximately) 

• Learners should be 16 years of age. 
• A minimum of Level 2 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.  
• Learners should be working towards or already in an internal quality assurance role. 

• This course can be completed through two flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
  • Standard Course Plan (4 months) – ideal for learners balancing other commitments.
  • Fast Track Option (2 months) – perfect for those who can dedicate intensive study time.

• Most learners complete within their chosen timeframe, though some may finish earlier depending on personal circumstances and available study time. We accommodate your pace with unlimited support for 12 months. This Level 4 Award requires approximately 90 guided learning hours.

T&C apply

Written Assignments: The assignments will be marked internally by an assessor. Your personal tutor will provide you with constructive feedback. You will be guided during your learning journey to help you improve and succeed.  

Direct Observation: You need to evaluate the work of two assessors. Each of these assessors should have two students. You will be observed during your assessment by an expert witness. The expert witness can be a qualified colleague or mentor. This individual should submit a witness testimony of your performance as an internal quality assurer (IQA).  

Assessor Support: We provide complete assessor support through telephone, WhatsApp, online discussion forums, email, and web chats. 

If you need further clarification on the assessment process, you can contact us by clicking on the ‘Enquire Now’ button now. 

Next Steps for a Possible Academic Progression Pathway:

• Step 01: Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices (RQF)
• Step 02: Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
• Step 03: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Quality Management

OFQUAL 

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet national standards, so you can trust that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high quality and widely recognised by employers and universities.

RQF 

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications by level and size. The RQF has nine levels, starting from level one to level eight. The purpose of RQF is to make it easier for learners and employers to understand what each qualification level means. 

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