Assessor Guide [PDF] - Competenz

A Prepared Candidate
The responsibility around preparing the candidate lies with both the candidate and the
assessor. A prepared candidate:
Knows what the assessment resource tools are asking of them.
Is aware and comfortable with all the tasks and pieces of evidence they need to
complete and collect.
Has shared with the assessor any special needs they have, and discussed how
these will be supported during assessment. This may include how best to deal
with feeling nervous.
Knows how to contact the assessor with any questions or concerns.
Is aware of the reassessment process.
Knows who else will be involved in the assessment e.g. verifiers.
Believes that they have the skills and knowledge needed to successfully
complete the assessment and are ready to be assessed.
The Assessment Environment
Assessment in the workplace usually takes place on the job, in naturally occurring events.
However, there are some considerations to make that apply to both the assessor and the
candidate. These include:
That company and worksite policies and procedures are identified and followed
during assessment.
All applicable resource materials are available, and current, for use.
Feedback to the candidate is given in an environment where privacy can be
assured and is free from excessive noise and distractions.
Occasionally the assessment will require small alterations to work conditions or processes or
different environmental conditions altogether. The assessor must work closely with the
employer to ensure the assessment environment for these situations is appropriate.
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