EPA Assessment Methods

Designed for new EPAOs or as induction material for new staff, this course looks at each of the assessment methods that can be used for EPA as set out by IfATE and considers the factors EPAOs need to consider when developing each type of assessment. Each unit comes with a downloadable cheat sheet that you can refer to when developing your materials.

You may also like the ProAssess Templates Bundle which includes development templates to support you in meeting regulatory requirements.

Course Overview

This course looks at:

• Unit 1: General Considerations for Developing EPA Materials
• Unit 2: Developing Assessments Based on Observations and Practical Skills Demonstrations
• Unit 3: Developing Discussion-Based Assessments
• Unit 4: Developing Assessments Based on Projects and Presentations
• Unit 5: Developing Test-Based Assessments

Unit 1: General Considerations for Developing EPA Materials

In this unit, we’ll examine the general considerations when developing EPA materials before delving into each assessment type in more detail in units 2 to 5.

Unit 2: Developing Assessments Based on Observations and Practical Skills Demonstrations

This unit focuses on the essential aspects of creating assessments based on observations and practical skills demonstrations, covering the necessary materials and considerations for effective development.

Unit 3: Developing Discussion-Based Assessments

In this unit, we’ll look at discussion-based assessments, such as professional discussions or interviews. We’ll explore the important factors to consider and the materials you need to produce for these types of assessments.

Unit 4: Developing Assessments Based on Projects and Presentations

This unit examines the creation of assessments based on projects and presentations, highlighting the key considerations and required materials for producing high-quality assessments.

Unit 5: Developing Test-Based Assessments

In this final unit, we’ll explore test-based assessments, focusing on the considerations and materials needed to develop effective test-based assessments.

Why Choose This Course?

• Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced professionals who understand the intricacies of EPA assessments and EPAO requirements.
• Hands-On Learning: Engage in practical exercises to enhance and embed your learning.
• Flexible and Accessible: Bitesize videos that you can access at your convenience.
• Share with your team: You get access to the course for a year for everyone in your organisation.