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Focus Awards Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices (RQF)

£1,200 £349

Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 601/6107/3

Focus Awards is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications conform to a high standard.

Unit Structure

Overview

Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices (RQF), previously known as the V1 course, is also referred to as the level 4 IQA. This qualification is regarded as an industry standard qualification to work as an IQA in the FE and HE sectors.
If you wish to work as an IQA, most training centres will require you to obtain a V1 qualification. Whether you are a manager, assessor or teacher can become an IQA, which will enable you to assess IQA activities.

Scope of Level 4 IQA Qualification

This level 4 IQA extends to a variety of industries which include the following:

  • Beauty and makeup industry
  • Hairdressing
  • NHS training
  • Child and health care
  • Early childhood education
  • Administration and management
  • Business
  • Oil and Gas industry
  • Health and social care
  • And other educational sectors

Duration and Delivery

As we offer fast-track completion option for this qualification, you can complete the course in as little as 2 days or as long as 4 months. With the given timeframe, you can complete the course at your desired pace. The course will be completely delivered online along with online tutor support.

Assessment and Verification

All the units of the course will be internally and externally assessed by our assessors and awarding organisation.

Once enrolled, you will be guided by your assigned tutor regarding your assessment which will include a recording of your demonstration and other written tasks.

Progression After Level 4 IQA Course

After successfully completing the Level 4 IQA, you may proceed towards achieving the following qualifications:

Quick Enquiry

  • entry

    Entry Requirements

    For Level 4 IQA, you must follow the mentioned requirements:
    • Learners should be at least 18 years old
    • Have a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills.

  • Practical Requirement

    Practical Requirements

    • A trainee IQA, for unit 2, must have access to two assessors, assessing two vocational learners,
    • Their work will be sampled and verified.

  • how I will be assessed

    How will I be assessed?

    • All the tasks will be completed via essay-style written accounts and reflections which will be of your IQA practices.
    • There are no simulations allowed, therefore you are required to provide evidence for practical tasks,
    • The provided evidence must be the result of the trainee’s IQA performance in a suitable environment.
    • For this, the trainee is required to monitor a minimum of 2 assessors – each working with at least 2 candidates.

  • Useful Knowledge/skills that you will learn on the course

You will be able to:

Full Payment
Monthly Instalment

Standard

£349
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £75
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track

£390
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £50
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi

£420
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £25
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

Standard

£401
  • £100.34/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £75
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track

£441
  • £110.37/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £50
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi

£482
  • £80.27/Month
  • No. of instalments
    6
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £25
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

This internal verifier course is for those who are working or wish to undertake a job as an internal quality assurer/verifier in FE and HE sector. This online IQA qualification is also recognised all over the world.

What does an IQA do?

Internal Quality Assurer is required to act as an internal verifier to monitor organisation’s training employees, dealing with legal issues such as data protection, also the learning, delivery, and assessment activities occurring in the centre.

Is this course approved by any recognised awarding organisation?

Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status-https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.

Do I need to be a qualified assessor to become an IQA?

It is not necessary to be a qualified assessor to become an IQA. This IQA course online is designed for anyone who is responsible for quality assurance in a learning and development environment.

What is the time frame to complete the course?

There is no time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 4 months (full time).

How many assessors do I need to assess to complete this course?

You are required to have access to the work of at least two asessors.

I am out of work. Can I still do the quality assurer course?

Yes, you can complete the theoretical part first and then wait to get a placement to complete the practical requirements of the course.

Do I have to take an exam?

No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.

What if I still have any questions?

Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!

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Qualification Number: 601/6107/3

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Unit Structure

  • Unit 1: Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment
  • Unit 2: Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment

Overview

Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices (RQF), previously known as the V1 course, is also referred to as the level 4 IQA. This qualification is regarded as an industry standard qualification to work as an IQA in the FE and HE sectors.
If you wish to work as an IQA, most training centres will require you to obtain a V1 qualification. Whether you are a manager, assessor or teacher can become an IQA, which will enable you to assess IQA activities.

Scope of Level 4 IQA Qualification

This level 4 IQA extends to a variety of industries which include the following:

  • Beauty and makeup industry
  • Hairdressing
  • NHS training
  • Child and health care
  • Early childhood education
  • Administration and management
  • Business
  • Oil and Gas industry
  • Health and social care
  • And other educational sectors

Duration and Delivery

As we offer fast-track completion option for this qualification, you can complete the course in as little as 2 days or as long as 4 months. With the given timeframe, you can complete the course at your desired pace. The course will be completely delivered online along with online tutor support.

Assessment and Verification

All the units of the course will be internally and externally assessed by our assessors and awarding organisation.

Once enrolled, you will be guided by your assigned tutor regarding your assessment which will include a recording of your demonstration and other written tasks.

Progression After Level 4 IQA Course

After successfully completing the Level 4 IQA, you may proceed towards achieving the following qualifications:

Quick Enquiry

  • entry

    Entry Requirements

    For Level 4 IQA, you must follow the mentioned requirements:

    • Learners should be at least 18 years old

    • Have a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills.

  • Practical Requirement

    Practical Requirements

    • A trainee IQA, for unit 2, must have access to two assessors, assessing two vocational learners,
    • Their work will be sampled and verified.

  • how I will be assessed

    How will I be assessed?

    • All the tasks will be completed via essay-style written accounts and reflections which will be of your IQA practices.
    • There are no simulations allowed, therefore you are required to provide evidence for practical tasks,
    • The provided evidence must be the result of the trainee’s IQA performance in a suitable environment.
    • For this, the trainee is required to monitor a minimum of 2 assessors – each working with at least 2 candidates.

  • Useful Knowledge/skills that you will learn on the course

You will be able to:

  • Understand the context and principles of internal quality assurance.
  • Understand and plan the IQA of assessment.
  • Understand and maintain the legal and good practice requirements for the internal quality assurance of assessment.
  • Learn how to internally maintain and improve the quality of assessment and manage relevant information.


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Full Payment

Monthly Instalment

Standard

£349

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £75
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.


Proceed

Fast Track

£390

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £50
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.


Proceed

Flexi

£420

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £25
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.


Proceed

Standard

£401

  • £100.34/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £75
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.


Proceed

Fast Track

£441

  • £110.37/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £50
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.


Proceed

Flexi

£482

  • £80.27/Month
  • No. of instalments
    6
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £25
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.


Proceed

All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

This internal verifier course is for those who are working or wish to undertake a job as an internal quality assurer/verifier in FE and HE sector. This online IQA qualification is also recognised all over the world.

What does an IQA do?

Internal Quality Assurer is required to act as an internal verifier to monitor organisation’s training employees, dealing with legal issues such as data protection, also the learning, delivery, and assessment activities occurring in the centre.

Is this course approved by any recognised awarding organisation?

Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status-https://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Detail/Index/1391?category=organisations&query=focus%20awards.

Do I need to be a qualified assessor to become an IQA?

It is not necessary to be a qualified assessor to become an IQA. This IQA course online is designed for anyone who is responsible for quality assurance in a learning and development environment.

What is the time frame to complete the course?

There is no time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 4 months (full time).

How many assessors do I need to assess to complete this course?

You are required to have access to the work of at least two asessors.

I am out of work. Can I still do the quality assurer course?

Yes, you can complete the theoretical part first and then wait to get a placement to complete the practical requirements of the course.

Do I have to take an exam?

No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.

What if I still have any questions?

Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!

Related Courses and Bundles

Related Blogs


Meet our Team

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Iqbal Ahmad

Academic Interest

Teachers training up to postgraduate level, assessment and quality assurance, management and leadership training

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
  • B.Sc (hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brooked University
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Management and Leadership

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from London International College
  • Master of Business Administration from Anglia Ruskin University
  • Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership
  • Doctorate candidate for DBA at University of the West of Scotland

Humanities

  • MA Abrahamic Religions from Heythrop College, University of London

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching
  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in the Higher Education from Kingston University
  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
Profile Summary

A keen learner myself, I am actively involved in a range of teachers training courses for the past few years all the way up to postgraduate level. I have extensive experience of dealing with the awarding organisation compliance because of a strong background in assessment and quality assurance. I have trained a wide range of teaching professionals working in a range of schools, sixth form colleges and in the higher education sector.

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Saheed Arinola Ayinde

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance in academia, business, accounting and finance lecturing, and teacher training.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • MBA in Accounting and Finance at the University of East London
  • BSc. (Hons) Accounting and Finance

Management and Leadership

  • MSc. International Business Management at the University of Gloucestershire

Education and Training

  • Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA – Ref: PR134295)
  • Level 3 Education & Teaching Training (E & T/PTLLS)
  • Level 3 Training, Assessment, & Quality Assurance (TAQA)
  • Successfully mentored a Trainee on the PGCE/PCE Programme
Profile Summary

I have over 15 years’ experience in teaching and training. During this time, I have undertaken teacher training, been a lecturer and course supervisor for ICM, and cohort leader and lecturer for HND (BTEC-Pearson). I have taught business management units/modules at various levels (and awarding bodies) including Certificate, Diploma, Advance Diploma, and Foundation degree levels. I enjoy learning through continuous professional development and have achieved my Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy. I enjoy utlising my experience in training, assessment, and quality assurance to train the education professionals of the future.

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Rahaman Hasan

Academic Interest

Teachers training, assessment and quality assurance, quality assurance in academia, management and leadership training and research.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
  • Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

Marketing

  • MA in Strategic Marketing, University of Greenwich, UK
  • BBA in Marketing, Independent University Bangladesh, Bangladesh

Management and Leadership

  • PhD in Entrepreneurship (passed viva), University of Essex, UK
  • MBA in General Management, University of Wales, UK
  • Diploma in Business and Admin, UK

Humanities

  • Social Entrepreneurship, University of Oxford, UK
Profile Summary

I am a PhD candidate (passed viva) at the University of Essex. My specialisation in PhD is Entrepreneurship. I am an active researcher with specific interest in Entrepreneurship, SME, Marketing and UK Higher Education (UKHE). I have over 14 years work experience in UKHE, which includes extensive experience of quality assurance in the sector. Furthermore, providing academic training to teaching professionals in the higher education sector is my passion.

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Coral Bishop

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance for levels 2 to 5 in Teacher Training, Leadership and Management, Health and Social Care, Customer Service and Childcare.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Level 4 Certificate in Teaching and Education
  • Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship in Learning & Development
  • Level 5 Certificate Learning for All (Open University E242)
  • 120hr TEFL certificate
  • D32/33 and 34 Assessor and IQA Awards

Customer Service

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service

Health and Social Care

  • MAKATON LEVEL 1
  • TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care

Childcare

  • L3 Diploma in Pre-School Practice
Profile Summary

I have worked in education for 34 years, in various guises. I managed a busy nursery for 12 years before branching out into Assessment and Quality Assurance, more than 20 years ago. My practice has developed alongside the ever-evolving training and apprenticeship sector, and I have worked in many different settings, including colleges, private training agencies and a foster care agency. I also work part time as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for a local charity that supports higher level education for young people with Special Educational and/or behavioural needs and as a tutor for a bespoke programme for one-to-one support. I really enjoy supporting learners of varying abilities and experience to achieve their best and to become qualified in their chosen field.

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Faiz Subhani

Academic Interest

Teacher training, assessment and quality assurance practice, and business administration lecturing and research.

Qualifications

Business Administration

  • Doctorate in Business Administration (awaiting viva), University of West Scotland, London Campus
  • Master’s in business administration, Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK
  • Bachelor’s in commerce, University of Punjab, Pakistan

Accounting and Finance

  • MSc in international banking, finance, and risk management, Glasgow Caledonian University
  • Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting, CIMA

Education and Training

  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
  • Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE), University of London, UK
  • End Point Assessment Training, Innovate Awarding
  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement, Highfield
  • Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice, Highfield
Profile Summary

I am an enthusiastic educationist who is a fellow of the higher education academy and I have completed my Doctorate of Business Administration. I worked as an accountant and business consultant up until 2017, where I started exploring my capabilities in academia and teaching. From that point, I haven’t looked back, and have gone from strength to strength. I am engaged in lecturing, assessment, and quality assurance in the areas of business administration, accountancy, marketing, and teacher training, where I can impart my teaching skillset onto my students.

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Neha

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance, management, and leadership training.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (currently undertaking)

Accounting and Finance

  • BS (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from National College of Business Administration and Economics, Lahore, Pakistan.
Profile Summary

I am an experienced assessor, adept at developing fair assessments and reporting all findings in the proper format. I have been actively involved in a range of teachers training courses for the past years all the way up to postgraduate. I am interested in developing a career which combines teaching and research, while maintaining my interest in public engagement.

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Francis Fitzgerald

Academic Interest

Accountancy and assessor training, as well as assessment and quality assurance.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping
  • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accountin

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
Profile Summary

I have experience in the finance and accounting sector and utilise these skills to approach education in a methodical and logical manner. I am passionate about the advancement and implementation of efficient teaching and learning practices. I am responsible for centre liaison with awarding bodies to ensure compliance, and am advancing my skills in assessment and quality assurance through learning and on the job training.