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London – 18 May 2026
Manchester – 19 May 2026
Birmingham – 20 May 2026

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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

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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.

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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
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Birmingham Airport
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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
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CIPD - the professional body for HR & People Development
Oldham Council Logo
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Wiltshire Police Logo
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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
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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
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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

  "ATDirect is a very professional company! They work in a thorough manner and they teach all the necessary knowledge in a clear way. In addition, they are very patient and are always willing to adapt to the learner's needs. I highly recommend ATDirect!"

Alin Harbuz
Construction Sector
Rating: 5
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  “I have undertaken a number of qualifications with AT Direct Ltd around assessments and quality assurance processes whilst working for the NYA Academy and have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. Staff members were not only approachable and excellent communicators but they took time to understand my work setting within youth work training. This enabled me to engage with the courses in a much more bespoke way that embedded my…More

Pete Crossley
Rating: 5
Birmingham Airport

"L4 IQA CAVA. Another great course, in both classroom and online support, delivered by Kevin and Eirini, and it was once again an excellent experience. Would highly recommend."

Dean Williams
Rating: 5
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  "A professional and customer-focused institute. I would recommend ATDirect to anyone who would love to start their career journey in training and assessing."

Aamir Khan
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

"I have recently completed the CAVA Level 3 Assessors course by ATDirect Ltd. Kevin delivered the course brilliantly and in a way that made everything easy to digest. Eirini supplied all paperwork and contact was spot on, the whole process was brilliantly organised, thank you!"

Zak Clark
Rating: 5
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  "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
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"I did the Assessor course through ATDirect and want to thank them for all the support during the course. Special thanks to Eirini who was so helpful and professional, It was my honour to go through this course under your supervision. The tutor was so professional, helpful and well-organised."

Ahmed Hassan
Rating: 5
UKRL - rail services and engineering

“I recently completed my level 3 assessor course with ATDirect, The service and training provided was great quality and to a very high standard. Peter was a great tutor with extensive knowledge and the ability to convey this to myself and the others in the group. Many thanks to all at ATD.”

Martin Davidson
Rating: 5
Jerram Falkus Construction

“Completed my L4 IQA with ATDirect and cannot recommend them enough. A big thanks to my assessor lovely Ralph, who was nothing but supportive and a great help through my learning experience. Thank you Kevin for issuing my Certificate. Great company and people 🙂 !”

Diaz Mahaliah Telesford
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
Blush Beauty

  "When I completed the Assessor Certificate course I couldn't be happier.  On the day everything was explained to me thoroughly.  I learnt so much about the whole assessing process and all the different things involved.  After completing the day course I felt fully confident in completing the portfolio for me to gain my qualification.  It was so much easier than I thought.  I would more than recommend it to…More

Rebecca Hughes
Blush Beauty Salon
Rating: 5

  " I was put onto ATDirect through ELCAS military resettlement learning credits, Kevin got back to my enquiry within 24 hours and we discussed completing the course vocationally due to my work commitments, I don’t think I’d be able to recommend anyone else other than ATDirect, brilliant course and Kevin was great to work with."

Ryan Owen Thomas
Ex-Military
Rating: 5
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“ATDirect were great to work with and supported me through my journey. I would recommend them. Great and very supportive training.”

Peter Farrington
Rating: 5
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  "Very informative and taught in a very relaxed and enjoyable way."

Edward Prior
Anti Graffiti Systems
Rating: 5
PPL Training - Mechanical, Electrical training

"My experience with ATDirect has been excellent.  All the staff I spoke to were helpful and extremely professional. Kevin was brilliant and my time spent under his supervision was superb. Thank you again and I would definitely recommend ATDirect to anyone.

Roy Hayden
Rating: 5
University of Birmingham

"I found this course very useful and informative, with great instruction throughout."

Ben Franks
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
Kingston Council

  "Thanks ATDirect! Really appreciate your patience and support over the period it took me to complete the L4 IQA award and negotiating an extension for me."

Eric Chasseray
Rating: 5
City of London Police

“I have recently completed my IQA qualification with Steve. Great delivery, great resources and great support. Thank you for all of your help.“

Louise Sneath
Rating: 5
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

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