2.1 compare the strengths and limitations of a range of assessment methods with reference to the needs of individual learners.

3.1 summarise key factors to consider when planning assessment.

3.2 Evaluate the benefits of using a holistic approach to assessment.

3.3 Explain how to plan a holistic approach to assessment.

3.4 Summarise the types of risks that may be involved in assessment in own area of responsibility.

3.5 Explain how to minimise risks through the planning process.

4.1 Explain the importance of involving the learner and others in the assessment process.

4.2 summarise types of information that should be made available to learners and other involved in the assessment process.

4.3 Explain how peer and self-assessment can be used effectively to promote learner involvement and personal responsibility in the assessment of learning.

4.4 explain how assessment arrangement of learning.

5.1 Explain how to ensure that assessment decisions are • Sufficient • Authentic • Current

5.2 Explain how to ensure that assessment decisions are: • Made against specific criteria • Valid • Reliable • fair

6.1 Evaluate the importance of quality assurance in the assessment process.

6.2 Summarise quality assurance and standardisation procedures in own area of practice.

6.3 Summarise the procedures to follow when there are disputes concerning assessment in own area of practice.

7.1 Explain the importance of following procedures for the management of information relating to assessment.

7.2 Explain how feedback and questioning contribute to the assessment process.

8.1 explain legal issues, policies and procedures relevant to assessment, including those for confidentiality, health, safety and welfare.

8.2 Explain the contribution that technology can make to the assessment process.

8.3 Evaluate requirements for equality and diversity and, where appropriate, bilingualism in relation to assessment

8.4 Explain the value of reflective practice and continuing professional development in the assessment process.