CACHE Qualification Specification

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Section 3: UnitsAssessment MethodsPlease note that the following assessment methods can be applied across knowledge onlyassessment criteria and the optional task devised by CACHE is an example of one suchmethod. Practical placement is not a requirement for this qualification, however it is a viablemethod should the opportunity arise.• Direct observation• Professional discussion• Expert Witness evidence• Learner’s own work products• Learner log or reflective diary• Activity plan or planned activity• Observation of children, young people or adults by the learner• Portfolio of evidence• Recognition of Prior Learning to evidence a full unit• Reflection on own practice in real work environment• Written and pictorial information• Scenario or case study• Task set by CACHE (for knowledge learning outcomes)• Oral questions and answers• Non-compulsory assessment method devised by centre and approved by CACHE.© CACHE 2013 Version 4.0 16
Section 3: UnitsUnit layoutFor each unit the following material has been provided:Unit titleUnit numberUnit referenceUnit levelUnit credit valueProvides a clear, concise explanation of the content of the unit.The unique number assigned by the owner of the unit (e.g.Edexcel, CACHE etc.).The unique reference number given to each unit at qualificationapproval by Ofqual.Denotes the level of the unit within the QCF framework.The value that has been given to the unit based on the expectedlearning time for an average learner.1 credit = 10 learning hours.Unit aimLearning outcomeAssessment criteriaAdditional information*Unit assessment guidance*Unit guided learning hoursAssessment task (set byCACHE)*Provides a brief outline of the unit content.A statement of what a learner will know, understand or be able todo, as a result of a process of learning.A description of the requirements a learner must achieve todemonstrate that a learning outcome has been met.This box identifies the assessment strategy relevant to the unit.When required, this will include specific guidance relating to theassessment of the unit and information to support the learner toachieve.Any additional guidance provided to support the assessment ofthe unit.The average number of hours of supervised or directed studytime or assessment required to achieve a qualification or unit of aqualification.A scenario or aspect of the work role that will support the learnerin producing the evidence requirements for knowledge onlylearning outcomes.* Additional information, Unit assessment guidance and Assessment tasks may not be provided for all units.NB: Words highlighted in bold in the learning outcomes, assessment criteria and assessmenttasks are linked to the additional guidance section where more information on them can befound.© CACHE 2013 Version 4.0 17
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