New Exceptional arrangements for National Vocational … · 2020. 9. 8. · Vocational and...
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Exceptional arrangements for National Vocational qualifications
(NVQ) in 2020Elaine Rudduck and Sonia Robinson
Published 19/06/2020
Aims
• Journey to so far• Qualifications in scope• Qualifications out of scope• Mitigation • Process• Data collection• Evidence• Next steps
Journey to NVQ adaptation
Collaboration between VTCT and other AOs
Technical expert
reviewed all units
Framework developed by both parties
Covid-19 Mandatory
data completion for learner cohorts
Proposed NVQ framework for
assessment shared with the
Sector Skills Council and Sector Skills
Body
VTCT’s NVQ webinar Certification
Qualifications in scope
Source adapted from: Ofqual Consultation - Exceptional arrangements for assessment and grading in 2020
Progression to FE/HE
Occupational Competence
Range of qualifications in scope of the consultation
GCSEs, AS, A Levels
Apprenticeship EPAs
Vocational and Technical QualificationsOther general qualifications
Primary purpose is clearly stated as progression into FE/HE
Qualification with a mixed purpose (progression to FE/HE and/or employment)
Progression into employment/licence to practise
Ofqual’s approach to qualifications
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Mitigation approaches
Delay
Adaptation
Estimation
Qualifications approved for adaptation
VRQ NVQ
Mandatory data collection, Covid-19
Webinar
EQA
Centres to ensure they have an audit trail in place to support NVQ
adaptation
Uploading of centre evidence
External quality assurance activity
Certification claims –learners
Process
https://forms.vtct.org.uk/Adaptations/
Enter your personal Linx2 centre portal credentials, centre number and select <Login>
How to upload Adaptation documents
Select the site which you are uploading
Select the External Quality Assurer (EQA). Where multiple EQAs are supporting adaptations you will need to do this for each EQA
Select <Choose file> (the wording ‘Choose file’ may vary depending on the Internet browser you are using)
Multiple Files can be uploaded
The file you have selected for upload will be displayed
Select <Submit File>
Adaptations
Principles• To ensure safety of the learners progressing into industry• Neither advantage and or disadvantage the learners• Recognise those learners who are competent and support
progression for next year so that they are not disadvantaged by the current situation
• 100% of assessment criteria must be covered• Each unit would be observed a minimum of once, but certain units
require additional observations (due to increased skill or safety considerations with the unit)
• All remaining areas of the range not covered by the practical observations would need to be covered by an adaptation
• All theoretical evidence would need to be covered
Adaptation Framework
• Technical experts have reviewed each unit and developed a proportional approach where safety is not compromised
• The framework outlines the units • Learners must prove that they have the necessary knowledge and
understanding to support competence • Simulation is not permitted • Ranges and skills must be cross-referenced to evidence within the
portfolio • The number of observations is proportional to the number of skills.
They range from one upwards. This depends on the complexity and on health and safety implications, i.e. cutting, colouring, lightening and electrical equipment
Practical Observations
• Your Assessor will observe these aspects of your performance on at least 1 occasion.
• Certain units require additional observations (due to increased skill or safety considerations with the unit)
Skills or knowledge of the outstanding range can be demonstrated through any form of adaptation
• Projects• Observed work• Witness statements• Audio-visual media• RPL• Written questions• Oral questions• Assignments• Case studies• Professional discussion
Holistic Assessment
A holistic approach and, where possible, to use evidence for learning outcomes and assessment criteria for other elements, e.g. range. There must be valid, authentic and sufficient evidence for all the assessment criteria.
Quality Assurance Requirements and Accountability
Centre adaptations - Assessor
Internal Quality Assurance
External Quality Assurance
Collaboration
• Mandatory completion of the Covid-19 Quality Assurance Form• Aggressive timescale, we will be working with you throughout June and
August however we anticipate this activity may continue into September.
• Adaptations will depend on qualification type and centre risk rating• Quality Assurance Department and EQAs will be working with centres• Reliant on trust between the VTCT and Centres
Next step and Timeframes
Summary
• Webinar available on website (centre log-in required)
• Mandatory data collection on cohort of learners – COVID-19 Quality Assurance Form
• Centre guidance packs to be disseminated
Deadlines
• VTCT is committed to releasing learner results for the academic year 2019/2020
• Collaboration is essential during this intense period of activity and the team of EQAs will be working with you throughout June, July and into August
• It may be necessary for us to contact you during this process, please be alert and responsive
• We will be working to support you through each stage of the process
Questions