Can candidates record the narrative of direct observations of performance?
It has been agreed with Ofqual that for the Health and Social Care and Children’s Care, Learning and Development NVQs, the minimum recording requirement for assessors when carrying out observations of candidates is a signed statement that they have observed the practice and they agree with the candidate’s account of the observed activity. However, it is expected that in the majority of instances, assessors will provide additional evaluative comments. In the majority of instances, assessors should also make their own brief notes on any observation where this would provide a clearer audit trail. Centres should seek guidance from their awarding body prior to assessment.
