ASSESSMENT VALIDATION REPORT

Validators must have these documents for validation / Y / N Unit of competency from Training Package
Y / N Assessment tool relevant to this validation including assessment instruments
Y / N Assessment mapping document
Y / N Benchmark responses and/or exemplars / recording of evidence documentation
Unit Code(s) / Title of unit (s) / AQF level
Cluster / Is this unit clustered with other units to form a holistic assessment process across more than just this one unit? If so, list below which other units this assessment process covers. / Yes / No
Training Package name and code for the Unit being validated / Most Current Version Y / N
Assessment tool Version no.
Date of validation
Participants involved in this validation
Assessment method/s used to assess this unit
Highlight the methods that are being used / Demonstrate/Observation
Questionnaire
Case Study / Third party report Other ______
Portfolio
Timing of validation – Select which one from the list / Before use - Assessment Development
During Assessment - Assessment Review or moderation
After assessment – after trial or use
Any special points regarding why this is being validated
INTERPRETATION OF UNIT / TRAINING PACKAGE / Yes / No / Comment / suggested improvement
1.  This unit is still the most current one, the version is correct and the training package is the most current one
2.  Assessment tool meets any related regulatory or licensing requirements specific to this unit of competency
3.  Learner needs have been considered in development of assessment strategy – allowable adjustments suggested
4.  Language, literacy and numeracy requirements as per the unit of competency are embedded are clear in the assessment plan and covered in the assessment instruments
5.  Pre-requisite unit/s for this unit of competency have been identified here if applicable
ASSESSMENT PLAN AND INSTRUCTIONS / Yes / No / Comment/ suggested improvement
1.  Assessment instructions and assessment conditions are clearly identified
2.  Assessment tool is written in clear English
3.  Evidence/marking guides or checklists have been provided
4.  Due dates, time frames and other important information are clearly stated
5. Assessment recording process provided for final sign off and results of candidates/s
6. Feedback form/process to seek feedback from candidate is provided
ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS/EVIDENCE GATHERING / Yes / No / Comment/ suggested improvement
1.  Performance criteria are addressed sufficiently
2.  Required knowledge is addressed
3.  Required skills are addressed
4.  Critical aspects of evidence are addressed
5.  Level of difficulty is appropriate to the competency being assessed / AQF level
6.  Allowable adjustments/flexibility included and does not deflect from the required standard for this unit
7.  Benchmark responses and/or exemplars are provided, and are clear and specific to indicate the required level / standard to be achieved
8. OHS considered and the assessment tasks do not place candidates or assessors in an unsafe situation
REFLECTS PRINCIPLES OF ASSESSMENT / Yes / No / Comment/ suggested improvement
Valid: Validity refers to the degree to which the instrument actually measures what it says it measures and is practical to use
Reliable: Individual learners would get a similar result if tested on different occasions, given the same set of circumstances
Flexible:
1. The assessment instrument can be adapted to suit work needs and site needs
2. Provides a pathway for recognition of prior learning/current competency
Fair:
1.  Instrument is non discriminatory and inclusive
2.  Instrument can be reasonably adjusted
3.  Language, literacy, numeracy requirements are appropriate for the competency level
Moderation and validation after Assessment Tool has been used/trialled
REFLECTS RULES OF EVIDENCE / Yes / No / Comment/ suggested improvement
Valid: Assessment results /evidence covers the knowledge and skills for the unit as indicated on the mapping document.
Sufficient: There is sufficient quality and quantity of evidence – as set out in the Critical aspects of evidence for the unit of competency to confirm consistency
Authentic: The assessor is assured that the evidence presented is the candidate’s own work.
Current: Evidence is current.
Check with stakeholders involved there is an agreed understanding of the criteria/evidence being used to arrive at an assessment of competent.
Check that the agreed criteria are being used consistently by all trainer/assessors assessing competencies (even with different groups of students or in different courses or contexts). (Reliability and consistency)

Stakeholders Involved in Validation

Name / Signature / Date

MUST ADD YOUR COMMENTS REGARDING FINDINGS AS WELL AS ACTIONS REQUIRED FOR FOLLOW UP.

Connect Training Group: Version 2.1. February 2012