Level 3 Certificate in Assessing vocational achievement (RQF) training course -
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Course overview
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF), commonly known as the CAVA qualification, is an Ofqual-regulated qualification designed for those who want to become qualified assessors.
Whether you're already teaching, working within a training organisation, supporting apprentices, or looking to expand your career into vocational education, this qualification will give you the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to assess learners fairly, professionally and consistently.
Unlike qualifications that only allow you to assess in one setting, the CAVA qualification enables you to assess learners in both workplace environments and vocational learning settings, making it the most comprehensive Level 3 assessor qualification.
At Holistic Therapies Training Academy, our CAVA qualification is delivered through Focus Awards and is taught and assessed fully online, giving you the flexibility to study around work, family and existing commitments while receiving ongoing tutor support throughout your learning journey.
Fully online learning
Awarding Organisation: Focus Awards
This qualification is taught and assessed entirely online, making it ideal for professionals who want the flexibility to study from home without compromising on tutor support.
You'll benefit from:
✔ Taught and assessed fully online
✔ Flexible self-paced online learning
✔ Live tutor-led teaching sessions
✔ Personal tutor support throughout
✔ Structured learning resources
✔ Individual assessment appointments via live video call
✔ No travel required
Important eligibility information
The Focus Awards Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) has been accredited for delivery in:
✔ England
✔ Wales
✔ Northern Ireland
If you're unsure whether this qualification is suitable for your location or career goals, please contact us before enrolling, and we'll be happy to advise.
Is this qualification right for you?
This qualification is ideal if you:
✔ Want to become a qualified vocational assessor
✔ Already teach or train learners and would like to assess their competence
✔ Work within a college, training provider or apprenticeship programme
✔ Assess learners in the workplace
✔ Assess vocational qualifications within a training environment
✔ Want to progress to Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
✔ Are looking to expand your education career
What you'll learn
Throughout the qualification you'll develop the knowledge and practical skills to:
📌 Understand the principles and practices of assessment
📌 Plan and prepare effective assessment activities
📌 Assess occupational competence in the workplace
📌 Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding
📌 Provide constructive and meaningful feedback
📌 Make fair, valid and reliable assessment decisions
📌 Maintain accurate assessment records
📌 Understand quality assurance requirements
📌 Support learners throughout the assessment process
Why learners choose HTTA
At Holistic Therapies Training Academy, we believe learning to become an assessor should be supportive, practical and enjoyable.
Many providers simply give you learning materials and expect you to work through everything independently.
We believe you deserve more than that.
When you study with HTTA you'll benefit from:
✨ Friendly and experienced tutors
✨ Live online teaching sessions
✨ Flexible online learning
✨ Personalised feedback
✨ Practical guidance throughout your portfolio
✨ Ongoing support from enrolment through to qualification
You're never left wondering whether you're doing things correctly—we're here to help every step of the way.
Common concerns
"I've never assessed anyone before."
That's absolutely fine.
This qualification is designed to teach you how to assess professionally, even if you've never carried out formal assessments before.
"Can I study around my job?"
Yes.
The qualification has been designed to fit around work, family and existing commitments through flexible online learning.
"Do I need access to learners?"
Yes.
Because this is a practical assessor qualification, you'll need opportunities to assess learners as part of your portfolio.
Don't worry, we'll explain exactly what's required during your induction and help you plan how to gather your evidence.
"Is this qualification recognised?"
Yes.
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement is an Ofqual-regulated qualification awarded by Focus Awards.
It is recognised by employers, colleges, awarding organisations and private training providers.
Career opportunities
After successfully completing this qualification, you could:
✨ Assess learners working towards vocational qualifications
✨ Assess apprentices within the workplace
✨ Work for private training providers
✨ Assess within colleges and education settings
✨ Work as a freelance assessor
✨ Progress onto Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualifications
✨ Expand your career within education and training
Why choose Holistic Therapies Training Academy?
Choosing the right training provider is just as important as choosing the right qualification.
At Holistic Therapies Training Academy, we're passionate about supporting professionals as they develop rewarding careers in education, assessment and quality assurance.
Our combination of flexible online learning, experienced tutors and personalised support means you'll never be left to navigate your qualification alone.
Whether you're taking your first step into assessing or building on your existing teaching experience, we'll support you from enrolment through to successful completion.
Your next step
If you're ready to become a qualified vocational assessor, we'd love to help you begin your journey.
The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (RQF) provides the recognised qualification, practical skills and confidence needed to assess learners professionally across a wide range of vocational settings.
📩 Contact us today if you'd like to discuss whether this qualification is the right next step for your career.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - What is the CAVA qualification?
A - The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) is the most comprehensive Level 3 assessor qualification. It allows you to assess learners in both workplace and vocational learning environments.
Q - What can I do with this qualification?
A - After qualifying, you could:
✔ Assess vocational qualifications
✔ Assess apprentices
✔ Work for colleges or private training providers
✔ Become a freelance assessor
✔ Progress onto Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
Q - How is the qualification delivered?
A - This qualification is:
✔ Taught fully online
✔ Assessed fully online
✔ Supported through live online teaching sessions
✔ Flexible around work and family commitments
✔ Guided by experienced tutors throughout
Q - Do I need previous assessment experience?
A - No.
Many learners start this qualification with teaching or industry experience but no formal assessment experience.
We'll teach you everything you need to know.
Q - What could this qualification lead to?
A - Many of our learners go on to:
✔ Become qualified assessors within training organisations
✔ Assess apprentices and vocational qualifications
✔ Add assessing to their existing teaching role
✔ Progress onto IQA qualifications
✔ Build rewarding careers in vocational education and training
Course information
Insurance
Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)
We recommend you hold student insurance while studying this course to cover you while practicing &/or when carrying out case studies (where applicable).
We recommend you hold student insurance while studying this course to cover you while practicing &/or when carrying out case studies (where applicable).
- If you already have therapist insurance - You should be able to add this therapy onto your current insurance
If you do not have therapist insurance - You can take out student insurance while practicing, and top this up to therapist insurance when qualified. You can take out student insurance for around £25 which will cover you for up to 12 months. For more information and aa list of recommended insurers - CLICK HERE
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