
Internal Quality Assurer courses
Learn the skills to support and assure the quality of assessment within a learning environment to maintain high standards and consistency throughout the assessment process.
Assessor courses
Acquire the skills you need to support and assess candidates in a work based and/or learning environment.
The Assessor course is divided up into four learning packages Bronze, Silver (Option 1 or 2) and Gold. The packaged options allow learners to study at a time and pace which is most suitable to them. Click on the options below to find out more.
Assessor Silver Option 2
Assessor Silver Option 1
Intended for those looking to assess in a vocational related setting (e.g., a classroom or practical area). In addition to developing knowledge of the fundamental principles that underpin the assessment process, learners will also carry out assessments of vocational skills outside of the traditional work environment.
The qualification is delivered via eLearning and a one-day face-to-face workshop. Have a look at the show reel to preview the eLearning resource.
Assessor Bronze
CYQ Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
Develop knowledge of the fundamental principles that underpin the assessment process. This single-unit qualification is intended for those who simply wish to know about assessment without any requirement to practice as an assessor, for example, managers and those who may be new to assessment and applied learning.
The qualification is delivered entirely by eLearning. Have a look at the show reel to preview the eLearning resource.
Structure
Professional Development
Under the Professional Development umbrella, CYQ deliver Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer courses. The courses are designed to support CYQ centre staff in becoming assessors and/or internal quality assurers. In addition, we also welcome independent learners, such as industry managers who are increasingly utilising these qualifications to ensure the highest standards amongst their staff.
Why become an assessor or internal quality assurer?
Level 2 Resistance Training/Group Cycling training day
Overview
This training day is designed for Tutors and Assessors from centres who wish to deliver the CYQ Level 2 Awards in Group Indoor Cycling and Studio Resistance Training. This practical training day will provide an overview of the practical elements of each syllabus.
The day includes practical workshops, so please wear appropriate attire.
Delegates will cover:
Level 3 Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance training day
Overview - assessment guidance
This training is designed for Assessors who are working towards an assessing qualification or teams wishing to standardise their assessment practice.
Delegates will cover:
- principles of assessment
- summative, continuous, formative and competence based (NVQ) assessment
- roles and responsibilities
- assessment decisions
- assessing units and awards
Overview - IQA guidance
Level 2 Community Activation training day
Overview
This training day is designed to support centres wishig to deliver the innovative CYQ Level 2 Award in Community Activation. The award is designed to engage communities in physical activity by empowering individuals to become ‘Activators’ who can support behaviour change in the adoption and maintenance of a more active lifestyle.
Delegates will cover:
Level 2 and 3 NVQ Diploma training day
Overview
This training day is designed for centres wishing to deliver CYQ's Level 2 and 3 NVQ Diplomas.
Delegates will cover:
- Overview of competence based qualifications
- Appropriate sources of evidence
- Best practice in assessment
- CYQ approval requirements
- Review of resources available
Dates, venues and fees

