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Looking for fast-⁠track
Assessor Training?

We provide Assessor training courses for busy people working in any occupation, across the United Kingdom. The training leads to the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) – the nationally-recognised qualification for Assessors.

We also provide training leading to the Level 3 qualification for Trainers and the Level 4 qualifications for Internal and External Quality Assurers (IQAs and EQAs).

If you’re a company or organisation looking to get staff qualified quickly or an individual looking to enhance your skills, we can help. We’re always flexible and offer a range of training course options to suit you, including in-house training and online courses.

To find out about training courses, call our friendly team on 0800 246 5574 or email us.

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Courses

Assessor Courses - Beauty Assessor with apprentice

Assessor courses

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)

We specialise in Assessor training leading to the Level 3 Assessor Certificate, the nationally-recognised qualification for Assessors operating in both work and training environments.  This qualification is equivalent to the old A1.  We also deliver the other 3 Assessor qualifications where appropriate.

Trainer Courses - Trainer in front of students

Trainer courses

Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)

This qualification is an entry-level teaching/training qualification aimed at people just starting to teach/train.  It is also suitable for qualified Assessors who wish to gain a Trainer qualification.

IQA Courses - IQA with clipboard

IQA courses

Level 4 Qualifications in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

We are experienced providers of the Level 4 IQA qualifications. The qualifications are aimed at those who require an introduction to IQA, those practising as IQAs and those who lead a team of IQAs.  The Level 4 Award (2 units) is equivalent to the old V1.

EQA Courses - EQA in meeting

EQA courses

Level 4 Qualifications in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

The EQA qualifications are the nationally-recognised qualifications for those working as EQAs in Awarding Organisations. The qualifications are aimed at those requiring an introduction to EQA, those practising as EQAs and those who lead a team of EQAs.

We are market-leaders in Assessor training with 20 years' experience and over 650 clients from both private and public sectors including numerous household names.

National Youth Agency Logo
Avanti West Coast Trains
Laura Kay London Logo
South Gloucestershire Council
London Gatwick Airport
Dura Automotive Systems
Border Force logo
Northants Fire & Rescue Service Logo
Nuffield Health - healthcare charity
Home Office Logo
Lancashire Fire and Rescue
PWC
Specsavers
Food Standards Agency
National Trust
The Goldsmiths' Centre
Jerram Falkus Construction
British Association of Dental Nurses
NHS University Hospitals of Leicester
The Insolvency Service
Grant UK - Renewable Heating Systems
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea council logo
Ermin - Plant and Tool Hire
AC1 Construction
Virgin Media
Vinci
Jeffway Group
HS2
Balfour Beatty
Amey
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Kingston Council
National Examining Board for Dental Nurses
Volker Highways
Murphy Infrastructure
Geason Training
Energy Kidz
Harsco Rail Logo
Birmingham Airport
C2C Rail Logo
Crystal Palace Football Club
Ministry of Defence
Cross Country Trains
NHS West Midlands Ambulance Service
Rugby School
City of London Police
Durham County Council
SGN - gas distribution company
Hellenic Aerospace Industry Logo
CIPD - the professional body for HR & People Development
Oldham Council Logo
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Wiltshire Police Logo
NHS South East Coast Ambulance Service Logo
South West Water
Pace Group - Lifts and Elevators' companies

Why choose ATDirect?

Pete Crossley, National Youth Association, with his L4 IQA qualification

fast-track

Our Assessor training is designed to get you through the Level 3 Assessor qualification quickly and efficiently.

If it’s a priority, we can get you trained and qualified in a few short weeks.

Adele & Lorraine, Eden Skin Clinic, with their Level 3 Assessor qualifications

flexible

We deliver training in a way that’s flexible and convenient and fits around busy work schedules and home commitments.

For companies, we can travel to you and deliver training in-house.  For individuals, you can opt to study online or attend one of our regular scheduled courses in London, Manchester or Birmingham.

Robert Griffiths, St Luke's Hospice with his Level 3 Assessor Certificate

no-nonsense

We always take a no-⁠⁠nonsense approach to training so that you can work as productive Assessors as soon as possible.

The whole process from start⁠-⁠to⁠-⁠finish is designed to get you through the Assessor qualification with the minimum of fuss.

Jack Edwards, Swift Childcare, with his L4 IQA qualification

personal

Our training is delivered by real people in real time, so you can interact with your trainer and ask questions.  This means training is more relevant and interesting, and can be adapted to your individual needs as you progress through the course … and is much more enjoyable!

Our trainers are experienced professionals skilled in delivering Assessor courses in an interesting, enjoyable & relevant way - we have a wealth of best practice to draw on.

Assessor Training in Abu Dhabi
Assessor training in Abu Dhabi
Assessor Training at Northants Fire & Rescue
Northants Fire & Rescue
Birmingham Airport
The West Coast Railway
The West Coast Railway
Priority Care
First Choice Group
Assessor Training at the Institute of Traffic Accident Investigators
Institute of Traffic Accident Investigators
Assessor Training at Lancashire Fire & Rescue
Lancashire Fire & Rescue
Assessor Training at The Goldmiths Centre, London
The Goldsmiths Centre
Birmingham Airport
Assessor Training at Edinburgh Trams
Edinburgh Trams
Grant UK
Birmingham Children's Trust
Birmingham Children's Trust
Hellenic Aerospace Industry, Greece
Hellenic Aerospace Industry, Greece
Assessor Training at HAI in Greece
Hellenic Aerospace Industry, Greece /2
Assessor training at Progress Rail
Progress Rail
Progress Rail
Progress Rail /2
Birmingham Airport Ops Management Team
Birmingham Airport/2
IMSERV
Assessor Training in Abu Dhabi
Assessor training in Abu Dhabi
Assessor Training at Northants Fire & Rescue
Northants Fire & Rescue
Avanti West Coast Trains
The West Coast Railway
The West Coast Railway
Priority Care
First Choice Group

What our Clients say

Actvet - applied technology school, Abu Dhabi

  "Kevin and ATDirect have been an absolute joy to work with. I have recently completed my Level 3 Assessors award and they have been so supportive. Highly recommend."

Mohammad Qotate
Rating: 5
Juniper Training

  "Brilliant company - ATDirect! I have recently completed my first online CAVA course with them and it was a good experience. Initially I was a bit nervous but my tutor Kevin has been so patient and understanding. He definitely knows his stuff and provides great support with communication throughout. Feedback given on either on assignments or on Assessment activities was always fair and balanced. This course not only built…More

Charanjit Gill
Rating: 5
Progress Rail Logo

  "The Level 3 Assessor training course was arranged on my behalf and was excellent.  It was kept very informal and easy to understand with really good support throughout."  

Andrew Booth
Rating: 5
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  "Very informative and taught in a very relaxed and enjoyable way."

Edward Prior
Anti Graffiti Systems
Rating: 5
NHS Shetland

"All staff at ATDirect have been quietly and consistently understanding, flexible, kind and supportive during my time completing my CAVA Level 3 Assessor course with them. I would heartily recommend them as a training provider. I look forward to continuing to study with them into 2026."

Michelle Hogan
Rating: 5
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“I recently completed my Level 3 Assessor course at ATDirect and highly recommend them for their exceptional service and high-quality education. The entire experience was clear and well-organized. Many thanks to Kevin, and especially to Eirini, for their support!”

Laura Schulze-Tollert
Rating: 5
Arriva Trains Logo

  "Very relaxed and informative.  ATDirect are very professional and well-informed about various industries which helped overall."

Martyn Horne
Rating: 5

  "Excellent experience with ATDirect from start to finish.  The course day was very informative and extremely helpful and the support continued til the end.  Fantastic, quick course, would 100% recommend."

Gemma Askey
Self-employed, Early Years Childcare
Rating: 5

  "I decided to complete an Assessor course and came across ATDirect. The company were responsive, Kevin was a vault of knowledge and very supportive. Explained everything clearly. Can not recommend this company enough. Am looking forward to completing my next course with them."

Craig Bartlett
Sign Language Services
Rating: 5
Hellenic Aerospace Industry Logo

  "I just completed my Level 3 Assessor course at ATDirect and I highly recommend them to anyone seeking excellent services and high standards education. Thanks to all the ATDirect team!"

Chrysostomos Kissas
Rating: 5
St Lukes Hospice - hospicecare in Plymouth

  "ATDirect were absolutely fantastic in helping me to achieve my Level 3 CAVA.  Nothing was too much trouble and the course layout made the whole experience enjoyable.  I found completing my portfolio easy due to the guidance I had received throughout - this is really going to help in my further career.  Thanks!"

Robert Griffiths
Rating: 5

"Excellent Training. Made the whole process of obtaining our L3 CAVA & L4 IQA so simple. Learnt a lot and Kevin was brilliant. Helped us through the process. Highly recommended."

Leigh Kinzett
Next Level Fibre Optics
Rating: 5
Black Star Aikido - Martial Artists

"I needed to get an expert assessors' capability to use in the working environment and furthermore build up my part as a National Coach Tutor in Martial Arts. I utilised ATDirect's fast-track course. The course was extremely well arranged. We got straight on with learning and really doing a learner appraisal. The portfolio was nicely organised and composed in simple to understand modules. I completely support ATDirect.

Tony Brown
Rating: 5
Walsingham Support - helping people with complex learning difficulties

  "The trainer had a good knowledge of the course and was very easy to talk to.  He delivered the training in an interesting and relaxed way that helped our learning experience."

Scott Davies
Rating: 5
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  "Completed my Level 3 Cava training with ATDirect. Communication was always very responsive, no pressure when I slipped with managing my work load and instant support when I again managed to get myself back on track to complete. Thank you."

Simone O'Connell
Rating: 5
Swift Childcare

  "Swift identified very early on that the best assessors come from those directly in the sector, the ones with the current hands on experience. We then needed to find a company to train our trainers, this needed to be a company that was flexible and supportive, this is where we found Kevin and ATDirect. Over the last 7 years Swift has used the support of ATDirect to achieve several…More

Jack Edwards, Academy Director
Rating: 5
C2C Rail Logo

  "Great course presented by ATDirect tutors. Was fun and got the whole class of us involved at every turn, will remember what was taught as well. Highly recommend."

Emma Pearson
Rating: 5
Lantra - awarding body for training in land-based industries

  "I approached ATD with my requirements of supplementing my achieved EQA Award Units and they delivered a bespoke learning experience to help me successfully gain my full Certificate."

Stacey Bullock
Rating: 5
SGN - gas distribution company

"I recently completed my Level 3 CAVA course with ATDirect and the whole experience with the team was excellent. All paperwork was sent out in advance of the course and Kevin was excellent in carrying out the training and made the course very enjoyable. Great work team."

Philip Burnett
Rating: 5
Thales Group - aerospace and defence

  "I attended the Level 4 IQA course in London.  The training had a good pace and all candidates were encouraged to set targets for completion. I also thought the course material was well laid out.  I would recommend the course to friends and colleagues."

Steven Fenn
Rating: 4
Assessor Training - Jemma Jones, Swift Childcare, with her Level 3 Assessor Certificate
Jemma Jones
Swift Childcare
Helen Dobson, The Goldsmith Centre, with her Level 3 Assessor Certificate
Helen Dobson
The Goldsmith Centre
Mark Dean with his L3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Mark Dean
Heating Engineer
Gemma Askey, Early Years Teacher, with her Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Gemma Askey
Childcare / Early Years Teacher
Charanjit Gill, Childcare Skills Tutor, with her Level 3 Assessor qualification
Charanjit Gill
Childcare Skills Tutor
Yvonne Witter with her Level 3 Assessor Certificate
Yvonne Witter
Self-Employed

Featured news

New Dates for Assessor Courses - Oct 2026

New Dates for Assessor Courses – Oct 2026

We are now taking bookings for 1-day classroom-based courses in London, Manchester and Birmingham after the Summer, in October, and we have a Sale on! If you book and pay for your course before 30 September 2026 we will give you £50 off. If you're looking to get qualified more quickly, we offer online training sessions for individuals and in-house company training for groups of 2 or more. These can be arranged at very short notice. Dates for our next…

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