Assessor's Guide to JCQ Access Arrangements

A focused SASC-authorised CPD course for assessors completing Form 8 and providing assessment evidence for JCQ access arrangements. This practical on-demand course is designed for specialist teacher assessors, access arrangements assessors, and psychologists who assess candidates for JCQ access arrangements. It explains the assessor’s role within the centre-led access arrangements process, including when assessment evidence is needed, what must be in place before assessment, how to choose relevant test evidence, how to complete Form 8 Part 2, and how to word recommendations carefully. Self-paced professional learning. Approximately 3.5 hours of structured learning. 90 days’ access from enrolment. Reduced rates for additional delegates from the same centre. To pay by invoice, please see the information at the end of this page. To pay by card, click 'Enrol Now'.

Clear, practical guidance for assessors

This course is for assessors who want to feel more confident about the JCQ access arrangements process without working through a full access arrangements training course aimed at SENCos. You will learn how to: • understand where the assessor fits within the centre’s process • recognise when assessment evidence is needed • check that Part 1 is in place before assessment • choose test evidence that matches the arrangement being considered • complete Form 8 Part 2 accurately • avoid common errors that can undermine evidence • liaise effectively with the SENCo or Access Arrangements Coordinator • word recommendations carefully in diagnostic assessment reports

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for: • specialist teacher assessors with a current APC • access arrangements assessors with appropriate Level 7 qualification • HCPC-registered psychologists assessing for access arrangements • diagnostic assessors who need to understand how JCQ access arrangements recommendations should be handled • external assessors working with schools, colleges, or training providers • internal assessors working in centres Please note: This is not a qualification to become an access arrangements assessor.

Course format

• On-demand online course • Practical video lessons • Downloadable handouts and activities • Designed to be completed at your own pace • 90 days access to the course • SASC CPD certificate on completion

SASC-authorised CPD

This course provides 3.5 hours of SASC-authorised CPD. A certificate will be provided upon course completion.

Presented by Lia Castiglione

Lia Castiglione is an educational consultant specialising in JCQ examination access arrangements, working with schools, colleges and awarding bodies across the UK. She provides assessment, consultancy and training focused on accurate and confident practice within the JCQ regulatory framework. She is the author of Assessing the Need for Access Arrangements in Examinations, widely used by professionals involved in the assessment and implementation of access arrangements. Her work with centres on evidencing, policy development and inspection readiness informs her training, ensuring guidance is grounded in real-world application as well as regulatory understanding.

Course Structure

9 Chapters · 18 Lessons

1
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  Your Assessor Kit
2
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  The Access Arrangements Context - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Knowledge Check: The Access Arrangements Context
3
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  When Assessment Evidence is needed - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Knowledge Check: When Assessment Evidence is Needed
4
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  Before The Assessment - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Knowledge Check: Before The Assessment
5
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  Tests and Test Areas - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Knowledge Check: Tests and Test Areas
6
1. (Included in full purchase)
  Reporting Assessment Evidence - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Spot the errors in Form 8 Part 2
7
1. (Included in full purchase)
  Recommendations and Wider Diagnostic Assessment - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Knowledge Check: Recommendations and Wider Diagnostic Assessment
8
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  Common Pitfalls and Practical Examples - video and slide handout
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Case Study Activity
9
1. (Included in full purchase)
  Completion Confirmation Information
2. (Included in full purchase)
  Completion Declaration
3. (Included in full purchase)
  Course Feedback (optional)

Ready to feel more confident with JCQ access arrangements assessment evidence?

A reduced rate is available for additional delegates from the same centre. Please contact us at [email protected] if booking multiple places. INVOICE BOOKINGS If your organisation prefers to pay by invoice, please complete the Invoice Booking Form at: castiglione-consulting.com/invoice

£89.00

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