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This NCFE Level 4 Certificate bolt-on route is designed for experienced IQAs who have already achieved, or can evidence through Recognition of Prior Learning, Unit 1 and Unit 2 of the Level 4 IQA qualification. This focused pathway enables you to complete Unit 3 and develop the leadership skills needed to plan, allocate and monitor internal quality assurance activity within your area of responsibility.
Course delivery: This is a focused Unit 3 bolt-on route for learners eligible to RPL Units 1 and 2. Delivery is part-time through online and blended learning, with the current HRC Level 4 IQA course information listing the next cohort as starting on 7 September 2026 at Broxbourne Campus.
Unit 01 – Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment.
Recognition of Prior Learning will be used where applicants can provide valid evidence of prior achievement or equivalent competence for this unit.
Unit 02 – Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment.
Recognition of Prior Learning will be used where applicants can provide valid evidence of prior achievement or equivalent competence for this unit.
Unit 03 – Plan, Allocate and Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility.
This bolt-on route focuses on Unit 3 only, developing your ability to lead and manage internal quality assurance activity by planning, allocating and monitoring work within your area of responsibility.
Aligned to NCFE requirements, this bolt-on certificate route supports learners who have already completed, or can evidence through RPL, the required IQA knowledge and practice units. The focus is on developing leadership competence through Unit 3, including planning work, allocating responsibilities, monitoring progress and supporting quality improvement across your area of responsibility.
On successful completion, you will have completed the additional leadership unit required for the NCFE Level 4 Certificate, strengthening your ability to lead internal quality assurance activity and support effective assessment practice across a centre or organisation.