Level 4 Assessor Coach
Overview
This standard has now been retired, however ELS will still support any employer and training provider who require Assessment services.
The Assessor Coach role has emerged within the Education and Training Sector (ETS), over the last 30 years, originally as a result of the implementation of vocational (competence-based) qualifications (notably NVQs) and formalised work-based education and training. The Assessor Coach is a dual professional, using their up-to-date professional knowledge and skills to support vocational and professional development across the formal ETS as well as in any employer setting, and at any level. They may, for example, coach and assess apprentices, trainees, or new recruits (ranging from young entrants to new CEOs) in the workplace, commensurate with their own level of experience and qualifications, as required by their employer or their sector. Coaches and assess vocational learners, usually on a one-to-one basis, in a range of learning environments. Coaching skills involve complex communication techniques to actively listen, provide feedback, and to engage learners in planning their individualised learning programme. These skills are also integral to assessing learners’ competence in-relation to work-related/industry standards and life skills.
Apprenticeship Assessment timelines
The training aspect of this apprenticeship will take a minimum of 15 months to complete. The Apprenticeship Assessments must be completed within 2 months of Gateway.
Apprenticeship Assessment methods
- Assessor Coach Observations
- Professional discussion
Roles this qualification supports
Assessor or coach
Level 4 Learning and Skills Mentor
Overview
The role of the learning and skills mentor can be found in all sectors where training and development is required. For example, but not limited to, healthcare, military, manufacturing, production, business and professional, education, leisure, construction, creative, technology.
The purpose of the learning and skills mentor occupation is to support individuals and groups with their learning and development towards agreed goals. They will do this by working within ethical and legal frameworks to ensure a high standard of mentoring practice. They will work collaboratively with stakeholders to inclusively meet the individual needs of the mentee. They will be committed to their own professional development and reflective practice as a mentor and within their sector.
The learning and skills mentor will be responsible for the mentor relationship with the mentee working within ethical and legal frameworks and organisational boundaries to support the progression of the mentee. They may work with a wide range of stakeholders to support the progression of the mentee and ensure best practice is developed and maintained. The mentor may be responsible for completing their own work to specification, with minimal supervision, ensuring they meet set deadlines.
Apprenticeship Assessment timelines
The training aspect of this apprenticeship will take a minimum of 12 months to complete. The Apprenticeship Assessment must be completed within 3 months of Gateway.
Apprenticeship Assessment methods
- Observation with questions
- Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
Roles this qualification supports
Academic mentor, Learning mentor, Occupational mentor, Technical mentor, Training mentor, Tutor or Vocational mentor