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Frequently Asked Questions Q: What can I assess? A: Any unit standard within your assessor scope. Q: Who can I assess? A: Anybody, however if the candidate is not in a Competenz training agreement, Competenz reserves the right to charge an administration fee (to either the assessor or the candidate‟s company). If you are assessing someone who is not in a Competenz training agreement, please contact Competenz to discuss further. Q: How do I extend my assessor scope? A: You can request your scope to be extended by contacting your Competenz Account Manager or Moderator. The moderator will consider the request and make a decision based on; If Competenz is accredited. Any special requirements needed to assess that unit standard (e.g. the AMAP). Your qualifications and experience. The training plan of your company. If you can assess it based on verification. Websites of Interest Competenz: http://www.competenz.org.nz This site also contains access to our database through a customer portal (C-Direct) NZQA: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz For information on NZQF level descriptions, unit standards, qualifications and more. Modern apprenticeships: http://www.modern-apprenticeships.govt.nz For information on modern apprenticeships, including the role of modern apprenticeship coordinators. Tools4Work: http://www.tools4work.co.nz This is the schools brand of Competenz. It is the portal for candidates and teachers to find out more about Competenz‟s industries. Page 70 Assessor Guide, Ed. 2
Glossary Word / Abbreviation AMAP Assessment Assessor Authentic Candidate Competency Competent CRC Current Directory of Assessment Standards (DAS) Domain Evidence Fairness ITO Moderator Meaning Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan These are the quality assurance documents that underwrite a unit standard, and are developed by the SSB of the unit standard. AMAPs identify the specific criteria for accreditation and outline external moderation requirements. They also state what qualifications and experience an assessor must have in order to assess the particular unit standard. Assessment is the process of collecting and judging evidence of a person‟s competence or performance against standards. The person responsible for monitoring the candidate‟s assessment and ensuring there is enough evidence to judge them „competent‟. The candidate‟s evidence is their own work. The person undergoing workplace training and assessment. Competency describes the behaviour needed to effectively perform in a task and/or role. Is able to perform the task required correctly. Also referred to as “Achieved”. Commend-Recommend-Commend feedback model. The candidate‟s evidence is current and up-to-date. This includes evidence that supports current industry practice. The Directory of Assessment Standards is the list of all nationally registered unit and achievement standards (formally National Qualifications Framework). Part of the NZQF as a subset of fields and subfields. An assessor‟s scope is typically linked to domains on the NZQF. Proof that a person KNOWS and/or can DO a task. Assessment methods do not disadvantage individuals or groups by limiting them in ways unrelated to the evidence sought. Industry Training Organisation. An ITO is an industry-specific organisation, recognised under the Industry Training Act 1992. An ITO sets NZQA accredited skill standards for their specific industry, and runs industry training that helps learners achieve those standards through providers. The person (typically Competenz-appointed) responsible for ensuring the quality of assessment from candidate to candidate is fair and meets the national standard. Assessor Guide, Ed. 2 Page 71
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