1. Prepare for validation 1.1 Discuss and confirm the purpose, context and scope of the validation process within relevant assessment system policies and procedures

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for validation

1.1 Discuss and confirm the purpose, context and scope of the validation process within relevant assessment system policies and procedures

1.2 Arrange materials for validation activities

1.3 Check all documents used in the validation process for accuracy and version control

1.4 Analyse relevant units of competency and agree on the evidence needed to demonstrate competence

2. Participate in the validation of assessment tools

2.1 Demonstrate active and appropriate participation in validation sessions and activities using agreed communication methods and modes

2.2 Apply principles of assessment and rules of evidence during validation sessions and activities

2.3 Check that context and conditions of assessment include clear instructions for assessor and candidate and relate directly to the assessment conditions of the relevant unit

2.4 Check that tasks to be administered to the candidate include clear and concise instructions and an outline of evidence requirements

2.5 Check that assessment decision-making rules and benchmarks, are clear and enable consistent outcomes

2.6 Check that recording mechanisms are clear and allow for sufficient information to be recorded

2.7 Review and use assessment maps to assist in determining validity of assessment instruments

3. Contribute to validation outcomes

3.1 Discuss validation findings to support improvements in the quality of assessment in a collective environment

3.2 Discuss, agree and record recommendations to improve assessment practice