ICTQual AB Accredited Certified EQA Licence (CEL)

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Course Overview

What is this course

The Certified EQA Licence (CEL) is a professional, evidence-based certification for experienced External Quality Assurers (EQAs) who actively monitor, evaluate, and safeguard the quality and consistency of assessment and internal quality assurance across training centres, providers, and awarding body–approved centres.

This programme is designed for practitioners who already hold a recognized EQA or advanced IQA qualification and wish to gain formal licensing and professional recognition of their external quality assurance expertise. The CEL is not an entry-level qualification; it is a professional licence for practicing EQAs with proven competence.

Unlike classroom-based learning, the CEL is assignment-driven, focusing on practical application, professional judgment, reflective practice, and real-world evidence. Candidates complete structured assignments that demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and professional practice. They must also submit relevant documentation and evidence of active involvement in external quality assurance processes such as centre monitoring, risk assessment, sampling, standardization, and compliance evaluation.

Prerequisites

Course Entry Requirements

The Certified EQA Licence (CEL) is a professional certification designed exclusively for experienced External Quality Assurers and senior IQAs.

Mandatory Criteria

  • Experience: Minimum 3 years verified in EQA or senior IQA roles.
  • Qualification: Recognized EQA or advanced IQA (e.g., Level 4/5 IQA, V1/V2, or equivalent).
  • Evidence: Documented proof of active practice (centre visit reports, risk assessments, sampling records, standardization notes, compliance reports).

Suitable Candidates

  • External Quality Assurers (EQAs)
  • Lead/Senior IQAs
  • Quality Assurance Managers
  • Centre Quality Managers
  • Assessment Coordinators
  • Training & Quality Leads
  • Compliance Officers

Required Documentation

  • Updated CV/Resume
  • Copy of EQA/Advanced IQA certificate
  • Proof of minimum 2 years’ EQA/Senior IQA experience
  • Evidence portfolio (reports, sampling records, etc.)
  • Valid government-issued ID

Course Content

Detailed Curriculum Structure

This qualification, the Certified Assessor Licence (CAL), consists of 10 mandatory units.

  1. Professional Role and Responsibilities of an EQA
  2. Understanding External Quality Assurance Principles and Standards
  3. Planning External Quality Assurance Activities
  4. Conducting Centre Monitoring and Visits
  5. Sampling and Reviewing Assessment and IQA Decisions
  6. Evaluating Centre Systems and Processes
  7. Providing Feedback and Support to Centres
  8. Risk Management and Compliance in EQA
  9. Reporting and Reviewing EQA Outcomes
  10. Professional Development and Continuous Improvement as an EQA

Unit 1: Professional Role and Responsibilities of an EQA

  1. Explain the roles and responsibilities of an External Quality Assurer.
  2. Apply professional and ethical standards in EQA practice.
  3. Demonstrate accountability in quality assurance decision-making.
  4. Reflect on their own professional EQA practice.

Unit 2: Understanding External Quality Assurance Principles and Standards

  1. Explain key EQA principles including risk management, consistency, and compliance.
  2. Apply EQA principles in real quality assurance contexts.
  3. Evaluate centre practices against awarding body and regulatory standards.
  4. Justify EQA approaches used in their practice.

Unit 3: Planning External Quality Assurance Activities

  1. Develop effective EQA plans aligned with awarding body requirements.
  2. Conduct centre risk profiling to determine monitoring priorities.
  3. Plan appropriate sampling strategies for assessment and IQA decisions.
  4. Schedule and organize EQA activities effectively.

Unit 4: Conducting Centre Monitoring and Visits

  1. Conduct professional and structured centre monitoring visits.
  2. Evaluate centre performance against quality and compliance standards.
  3. Gather and analyse relevant evidence during centre visits.
  4. Maintain professional communication with centre staff.

Unit 5: Sampling and Reviewing Assessment and IQA Decisions

  1. Plan and conduct appropriate sampling of assessment and IQA decisions.
  2. Review evidence to ensure validity, reliability, and consistency.
  3. Identify non-compliance or inconsistencies in assessment practice.
  4. Provide recommendations for improvement based on sampling outcomes.

Unit 6: Evaluating Centre Systems and Processes

  1. Analyse centre quality assurance systems and procedures.
  2. Evaluate the effectiveness of assessment and IQA processes.
  3. Identify strengths and weaknesses in centre operations.
  4. Recommend improvements to enhance quality and compliance.

Unit 7: Providing Feedback and Support to Centres

  1. Provide clear, constructive, and professional feedback to centres.
  2. Support assessors and IQAs in improving their practice.
  3. Communicate EQA findings effectively and diplomatically.
  4. Encourage continuous improvement within centres.

Unit 8: Risk Management and Compliance in EQA

  1. Identify potential risks in centre delivery and assessment practices.
  2. Analyse the impact of identified risks on quality and compliance.
  3. Recommend corrective and preventive actions where necessary.
  4. Monitor and review the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures.

Unit 9: Reporting and Reviewing EQA Outcomes

  1. Produce clear, professional, and structured EQA reports.
  2. Analyse EQA outcomes to identify trends and areas of concern.
  3. Reflect on EQA findings to improve future quality assurance activities.
  4. Communicate EQA results effectively to relevant stakeholders.

Unit 10: Professional Development and Continuous Improvement as an EQA

  • Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional improvement.
  • Critically reflect on their own EQA practice.
  • Identify strengths and areas for professional development.
  • Develop a structured personal development plan.

Benefits for Individuals

The ICTQual AB Accredited Certified EQA Licence (CEL) provides experienced quality assurance professionals with formal recognition of their expertise, strengthening their authority and career progression in vocational and professional training environments.

Key Benefits

  • Professional licensing that validates competence as an External Quality Assurer.
  • Recognition by ICTQual AB, enhancing credibility with awarding bodies and training providers.
  • Evidence-based certification built on real-world practice, not classroom theory.
  • Strengthened career opportunities in senior QA, compliance, and management roles.
  • Alignment with regulatory and awarding body requirements for assurance and compliance.
  • Development of advanced skills in centre monitoring, risk assessment, sampling, and standardization.
  • Ability to safeguard assessment standards and ensure consistency across centres.
  • Contribution to continuous quality improvement in accredited training systems.
  • Portfolio-based assessment that highlights professional judgment and reflective practice.
  • Internationally respected credential supporting global mobility and recognition.

Course Features

Duration: several weeks

10 Modules

Online Learning

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What evidence is required for this course?

Applicants must submit an EQA / IQA evidence portfolio, which may include:
Centre visit reports
Risk assessment records
Sampling records of assessment and IQA decisions
Standardization meeting records
EQA feedback and action plans
Compliance or monitoring reports

Who should I contact for enrolment?

At Inspire Institute of Technologies UK, we proudly offer the Certified Assessor Licence (CAL) programme. This certification is exclusively authorized through our institutions, ensuring the highest standards of quality and credibility.

How long does it take to complete?

Completion time depends on the learner’s pace and availability of evidence. Typically, it may take several weeks to a few months.

Is this a classroom-based course?

No. CEL is an assignment-based qualification focused on practical EQA evidence and professional practice rather than classroom attendance.

How is the course assessed?

Assessment is based on:
Written assignments for all 10 units
Submission of an EQA evidence portfolio
Additional supporting documentation where required

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