Assessor Training Course

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We had a wonderful training experience with DDi. Our instructor, Nico, was fun and engaging and very relatable. He taught the whole team such practical tools for first aid and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. The whole process from booking through to completion of the training was seamless and we will definitely use you guys again! Thank you :)

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DDi is an excellent training facility! Great education regarding First Aid training of all levels. Trainer is extremely knowledgeable and competent in her field. She is highly qualified and very experienced, thus is able to provide real-world tips and teachings to the table. I am very fortunate to have had top-notch training with DDi. Highly recommend!

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Great experience and you learn a lot. A full day filled with education and practical experience. Would definitely suggest doing your First Aid here and they also provide other qualifications that you may need.

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Course Information

Assessor and moderator training equips professionals with the skills to evaluate learners’ competence against recognised standards in South Africa’s education and training sector. If you’ve ever wondered what assessor training involves, it’s the process of learning how to plan, conduct, and record fair, valid, and reliable assessments.

Course Details

Course name: Assessor Training (Assessment Practitioner – SP-220320)
Certification: QCTO-recognised accreditation and credits
NQF Level: 5
Credits: 20
Outcome: Eligible to register as a qualified assessor
Duration: 3 days (plus Portfolio of Evidence submission)
Delivery Options: Classroom (in-person) or Online/Self-study
‍Format Includes:
- Interactive sessions, role play and group work
- Simulation of real-world assessment sessions
- Support from facilitators during Portfolio of Evidence process

Course outline

Principles of Outcomes-Based Assessment

Fairness, validity, reliability, and authenticity

Legislation and Frameworks

QCTO, NQF, SAQA, and ETDP-SETA assessor requirements

Assessment Planning

Develop assessment plans aligned with standards and learning outcomes

Assessment Methods and Tools

Prepare the Learning Environment

Observation, simulations, portfolios, and written assessments
Selecting and adapting tools for different learners

Evidence Collection and Judgement

Evaluating learner evidence against occupational standards

Feedback Skills

Providing constructive, learner-focused feedback

Recording and Reporting

Completing compliant documentation and reports

Review and Moderation Prep

Reflecting on assessments and preparing for moderation

Portfolio of Evidence (POE)

Build and submit a complete POE to prove competence and gain accreditation

Why Train as an Assessor?

You gain valuable assessing skills and official credits.
Your organisation gets compliant, competent staff.
To build an understanding of assessment of learner competencies in an occupational context.
To provide an opportunity to gain competencies related to the use of assessment documents to plan and conduct assessment of candidates against specific occupational competencies for national certification requirements.
To gain exposure and experience in the assessment of a candidate in an authentic assessment environment.
Linked to Occupational Certificate: Training & Development Practitioner (101321).

What Is Assessor Training?

Assessor training develops your ability to measure learners’ achievements accurately and objectively. A qualified assessor ensures that candidates meet occupational and learning standards before earning certification. Through this assessor training course, you’ll learn to manage assessments ethically, uphold quality assurance principles, and support national education goals.