You won’t need to fit your working life around our Level 7 Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements course. You won’t even struggle to shoehorn our CPT3A into your day-to-day commitments.
Learn how to use psychometric testing instruments effectively (CCET) and apply them in exam access arrangements (AAC) confidently and competently. Realise your potential with the most accessible, flexible and professional training available.
Yes, without a doubt. As a level 7 postgraduate psychometric testing course in individual access arrangements assessment, CPT3A fully meets the JCQ access arrangements assessor requirement.
Read the JCQ’s latest assessor criteria.
*If you’d like to know how to use these credits (on courses like our SEND Programme), please give us a call.
This level 7 course is made up of two of our most popular modules. Our Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) module will teach you how to use psychometric testing instruments effectively and our Access Arrangements Course (AAC) will show you how to apply them in exam access arrangements. If you already have CCET, you can take the AAC course on its own. Simply look at the AAC course page to find out more.
Take our CPT3A and choose from study options designed to fit in with your day-to-day commitments. We are confident that this is an efficient route to becoming a Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) recognised access arrangements assessor.
First, you will attend a three-day intensive version of The Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) with online components, followed by the Access Arrangements Course (AAC) element online. You can choose the nature of the intensive portion of the course, with three options available:
The entire psychometric testing course (the CCET and AAC parts) can be studied consecutively online using our intuitive and easy-to-use online learning platform (Campus OnlineTM). This enables you to interact with your tutors and peers, track your own progress and access a wealth of resources. You will also receive a comprehensive training manual.
If you prefer in-person, face-to-face learning, our intensive CPT3A with online components is for you. Take our three-day intensive CCET, followed by our one-day AAC via one of the following options:
Responding to what our delegates have told us, that some prefer a classroom experience but cannot always make the dates and locations of our intensive events, we have invested in the most cutting-edge software available to create Campus Live. Campus Live is an online classroom, delivering all of the benefits of face-to-face learning, but allowing delegates to be based in their office or home, saving on time and cost of travelling. The system has been developed to deliver a seamless classroom experience, allowing live, dynamic interaction between delegates and tutor, and amongst delegates, including breakout rooms and the ability to revisit materials and notes once the day’s sessions have finished. So whether you are based in Dundee or Devon, Australia or Zimbabwe, you can still benefit from the full intensive classroom experience which has benefited thousands of access arrangements professionals for more than 15 years.
If you already have CCET, you can take the AAC course on its own.
Find out more about the intensive and online modes of study.
2021
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The content of the AAC builds heavily upon what you have learnt in the CCET course so it would be expected for a student to start AAC after the CCET has been completed.
If you elect to take the online route, you will not be able to commence the online AAC until you have successfully completed the CCET course.
If you take the intensive route, choose from one of the dates below. Be aware, however, that the date of the intensive AAC must follow the date of the intensive CCET and the CCET section must be completed before joining the intensive AAC course.
When can I start AAC Intensive?
The CCET module should always be completed before the AAC module. This is to ensure that you possess the requisite skills, competence, and confidence to give context to the content of the AAC course.
If you are attending a one-day AAC intensive course, you will receive access to the AAC module on Campus Online a few days prior to attending the course. At the point of attendance, we expect that you have completed CCET. If this is not completed, you can either wait for the next intensive AAC or transfer to online study at no extra cost.
If you are looking to complete CCET and AAC intensively, it is best to leave enough time between the end of the three-day attendance element of the intensive CCET and the start of the intensive AAC, so that you can complete the CCET assignments to a high standard.
2020/21 dates for AAC intensive:
If you would like to attend a future AAC intensive course, please email info@realgroup.co.uk to register your interest and we will let you know when a new date is released.
If you are booking the CPT3A Intensive, the booking form will have an ‘AAC intensive- TBC’ option in the meantime.
Please note: We recommend leaving sufficient time between a CCET intensive and an AAC intensive to complete all the tasks.
As soon as you complete this module, you will be awarded the CPT3A qualification. Also, when you pass this course, you will have gained a qualification designed to meet the requirements of the JCQ and the access arrangement regulations.
We will ensure that you never feel lonely or unsupported in your studies.
Our tutors know the education sector inside out.
The online course can be started at any time. The intensive course dates are listed above and we usually hold at least six events per year.
You will need to produce:
You will need to:
For the purpose of this course, you will need to be able to access at least two psychometric tests, one of ability and one of attainment.
There are various places to buy tests. Real Group runs the Dyslexia Action Shop which sells many of the most popular tests from the main test publishers in the UK and USA. We offer delegates a 10% discount. Another option is to join the Professional Assessment Programme Test Loan Scheme. To find out more, please click here.
Please note: we have no control over the rules that publishers use to decide who is eligible to buy their tests and we will need to follow their guidance when selling tests. We may need you to provide information regarding qualifications for us to check your eligibility.
Have you completed an undergraduate degree (level 6) or another level 7 qualification?
(UK or with NARIC statement)
Please refer to the JCQ regulations. The criteria for an access arrangements assessor are at the bottom of page 76 and onwards, (section 7.3.4) and that is where it states that they must hold "an appropriate qualification to teach". It is your head of centre’s responsibility to ensure the appointed access arrangements assessor is suitably qualified in line with the JCQ criteria.
Will your head of centre sign a declaration to state that they believe you hold suitable qualification(s)?
You must complete an eligibility essay to confirm that you are ready to study at level 7 or you can enrol & complete CCET first which will demonstrate that you can study at level 7. (CCET is an open access course)
Have you completed an undergraduate degree (level 6) or another level 7 qualification?
(UK or with NARIC statement)
You must complete an eligibility essay to confirm that you are ready to study at level 7 or you can enrol & complete CCET first which will demonstrate that you can study at level 7. (CCET is an open access course)
You will not need any prior qualifications for the Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET) part of the course.
There are some stipulations as to who can become access arrangements assessor.
If, however, you do not possess an undergraduate degree but believe that you are ready for level 7 study, you will need to complete a pre-course eligibility essay on the purposes of assessment in education. Upon submission, if your essay shows that you are ready to study at level 7, then you will be able to take the Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A) with us. Alternatively, you can enrol and complete CCET first to demonstrate you can study at level 7 (as CCET is an open-access course level 7 course).
The JCQ publishes criteria that must be met if you wish to be an access arrangements assessor. This level 7 psychometric testing course meets all of the criteria laid down by the JCQ with one exception: the requirement that access arrangements assessors hold an appropriate teaching qualification.
To become an access arrangements assessor, the JCQ requires that, as well as holding a suitable qualification in assessment, you also need to hold an appropriate qualification to teach and make recommendations for secondary aged or adult learners who have learning difficulties.
You have an appropriate qualification if you meet one of the following requirements:
Please bear in mind: teaching assistants (TAs) who do not have QTS are not eligible to become access arrangements assessors.
We ask all those who enrol to complete a pre-course information questionnaire that will check your eligibility. If in the unlikely event, you are not eligible, you will be entitled to withdraw from the course and the fee will be canceled.
Do get in touch if you wish to discuss your individual circumstances.
Yes, this course satisfies all of the latest JCQ regulations.
Please note: The Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A) always takes account of the latest JCQ regulations. At the time of writing, the most recent JCQ regulations relate to 2019/2020 and come into effect on the 1st of September 2019. This course will enable SENCOs/access arrangements assessors to implement the latest JCQ regulations and guidance, prepare suitable and up-to-date assessments and submit correct and accurate evidence to exam boards.
Read the JCQ’s latest assessor criteria.
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The online and online face-to-face study options for this psychometric testing course can be completed anywhere in the world. We also offer face-to-face study options internationally. Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.
We offer a flexible range of fees to suit your finances:
You will need to settle this directly with the BPS. They will charge you a separate fee when you join their RQTU. While you are not obliged to do so, we strongly advise you to take advantage of the professional benefits of being on the RQTU.
You will not need to pay the BPS any RQTU joining fee until you have completed CPT3A.
Find out more about the costs, benefits and how to apply on the BPS’s website.
Speak to us (01273 358080) or make a booking.
The duration of the CPT3A qualification is up to one year. As a benchmark, we would recommend allowing up to 8 months for CCET and up to 4 months for AAC.
We do understand, however, that circumstances can arise that could prevent the course being completed in this time period. If this is the case, an extension can be arranged in conjunction with the admin team and your tutor.
What delegates have said about psychometric testing and access arrangements course
‘This is the second course I have done with Real Training and I would recommend them to anybody. The course leaders are encouraging, supportive and prompt with feedback – I have even had guidance over the telephone! My career has gone from strength to strength since starting the course, as I have been able to take the lead on ALN developments and assessments due to the knowledge I have retained. I hope to continue studying with Real Training in order to gain a Masters in SEN.’- Nadia
‘Please use Real Training if you want to become an access arrangements assessor! It is a flexible, robust and supportive course run by professional and engaging tutors.’- Hannah
‘Chose Real Training for this course as the NASENCO was such a positive (but demanding!) experience, supported by helpful tutors, great online resources and an excellent website.’ – Andrew
‘When I started the course my confidence was at a low as I had experienced a knock back when applying for an assessment practising certificate. My knowledge of assessing needed a boost and now I feel that it has been significantly deepened.’ – Frances
‘Excellent, detailed and professional advice. I really felt Kate would only accept the best standard work.’ – Sarah
‘It has been a massive learning curve – this was a whole new area for me and I was initially ‘out of my comfort zone’ but feel that I have had an invaluable training experience.’- Lorraine
‘Fantastic course, it’s definitely a must!’ Kirsha from Sunmarke School, U.A.E
‘Extremely informative and thought-provoking!’ Donna from King’s School Al Barsha, U.A.E
‘One of the best courses I have attended. Informative, well delivered and organised.’ Javene from GEMS First Point School, U.A.E
‘Amazing and should be a part of the general teaching qualification.’ Tracey from GEMS Metropole School, U.A.E
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