How long was the assessor training and what did it involve?
Assessor training was delivered through three one day workshops and a period of shadowing qualified SFEDI assessors. The training was phased throughout the period covered by the pilot. A great deal of time was taken throughout the assessor training to ensure that a consistent approach was taken. The internal verification process ensures that consistency of approach is maintained. As a part of maintaining quality assessor practice is monitored and systems are in place to ensure skills and knowledge remains up to date.
Assessor training was delivered through three one day workshops and a period of shadowing qualified SFEDI assessors. The training was phased throughout the period covered by the original pilot. A great deal of time was taken throughout the assessor training to ensure that a consistent approach was taken. The internal verification process ensures that consistency of approach is maintained. As a part of maintaining quality assessor practice is monitored and systems are in place to ensure skills and knowledge remains up to date.