Educational Testing/Access Arrangements (CPT3A) - Flexible Distance/Online Learning Course
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Those who complete this course will be awarded both the Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (Level A) accredited by the BPS and the Certificate of Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements recognised by the Joint Council for Qualifications.
It is a complementary course for those who have achieved the National Award for SEN Coordination and leads to a further 60 Masters credits.
Learn to write the necessary access arrangements
reports for gaining extra time for students in exams for GCSE, GCE, GNVQ, AEA, Entry Level, Basic Skills & Key Skills.
This course is also offered to large groups as a bespoke solutions as well as to those working internationally.
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Certificate of Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A), this comprehensive course combines the Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (Level A) and the Access Arrangements Course.
Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)
Defining assessment needs
What are psychometric tests and why are they used?
Different types of tests and testing
Using tests for formative and summative purpose
Administering tests
Ensuring adequate preparation of the administrator and the candidate
Correctly administering tests according to the manuals requirement to ensure reliable valid and accurate results
Correctly scoring tests
Maintaining security and confidentiality
Ensuring best practice with regard to data protection
Consideration of who should have access to results and why
Using educational tests of attainment & ability
Understanding issues of bias and discrimination
Using alternative approaches to testing
Deciding when tests should and should not be used
Influences of factors such as environment on interpretation of results
Making suitable adjustments to tests when it is desirable and appropriate
Identifying and reviewing tests that are fit for purpose
Statistical principles that underpin psychometric tests
Distribution of scores and understanding norm referencing
Raw scores and standardised scores
Understanding error in tests
Reliability and confidence in scores obtained
Classical test theory
How items are researched and chosen
Validity of tests
Interpretation of test data
Understanding what scores mean
Allowing for test error
Taking account of impact of results at the top and bottom of a tests effective range
Integrating test results with other data Providing feedback
Writing good professional assessment reports
Taking account of the multiple audiences
Sensitivity to expectations of clients and their carer
Access Arrangements (AAC)
Principles of access
Introduction to the principles underlying examination
access arrangements
Sources of information in UK and internationally
Comparing principles, legislation and practices in a
variety of context
Assessment of a client for access arrangements
Recap on principles of assessment
Online submissions
Case studies
Writing reports that are fit for purpose
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