RoSPA Qualifications Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Principles


£85.00

Learn the essentials of internal quality assurance

Delivery format: online

Typical duration: 1/2 day

This awareness course is designed to provide learners with a clear and confident understanding of internal quality assurance within assessment settings. It introduces the key principles, roles, and responsibilities of Internal Quality Assurers (IQAs) and supports organisations to maintain high standards of assessment practice.

Who is RoSPA Qualifications Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Principles for?

  • Aspiring Internal Quality Assurers
  • Assessors who are preparing to take on quality responsibilities
  • Centre managers, leads and coordinators
  • Staff responsible for maintaining quality and compliance
  • Anyone requiring an understanding of IQA processes and principles.

No previous IQA qualification is required.

Entry requirements

  • No formal entry requirements
  • Learners should have an interest in assessment and quality assurance
  • Some experience within an assessment or training environment is beneficial but not essential.

What are the benefits?

  • Understand the purpose and importance of internal quality assurance
  • Gain knowledge of the IQA role and responsibilities
  • Understand how IQA supports fair, valid, and reliable assessment
  • Develop awareness of quality assurance models and processes
  • Build confidence to contribute to support better assessment practice in your organisation.
  • Support high standards in assessment and learning
  • Flexible online learning from a trusted provider.

What does the course cover?

  • The purpose of internal quality assurance
  • The role and responsibilities of the IQA
  • Understanding quality assurance principles and models
  • Planning and implementing sampling strategies
  • Supporting and developing assessors
  • Standardisation of assessment practice
  • Providing effective feedback
  • Record keeping and audit requirements
  • Continuous improvement in assessment practice.

This course content is aligned with the principles of recognised IQA standards and best practice.

Progression opportunities

Completion of this awareness qualification supports progression to:

  • Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance qualifications
  • Lead IQA or quality coordinator roles
  • Further quality management or education and training qualifications.

Course status and certification

This is a non regulated Internal Quality Assurance awareness qualification. It is designed to introduce learners to the principles and expectations of internal quality assurance but does not lead to a regulated qualification or certify occupational competence as an Internal Quality Assurer.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement issued by RoSPA Qualifications.

Reasonable adjustments and support

We are committed to inclusive learning and support reasonable adjustments where required. Please contact us prior to the course to discuss individual needs.