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Assessment & Feeback Policy
Effective Date:Â January 2025
Introduction
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of assessment and feedback to ensure the credibility, effectiveness, and professional value of CPD-accredited courses.
Scope
- Learners undertaking accredited CPD activities
- Trainers and assessors delivering assessments
- Organisations seeking CPD accreditation
Policy Objectives
- Ensure assessments align with professional standards
- Provide fair and consistent assessments
- Deliver actionable feedback to support development
- Maintain integrity and prevent dishonest practices
- Continuously improve through feedback and review
Assessment Design
- Align assessments with learning outcomes
- Match the level of complexity to the activity
- Use a variety of assessment types:
- Knowledge-based – quizzes, assignments
- Skills-based – practical tasks, projects
- Reflective – self-assessments, journals
Fairness and Accessibility
- Assessments must be fair, inclusive, and unbiased
- Reasonable adjustments made where needed
- Clear communication of criteria before assessments
Feedback Delivery
- Timely – provided promptly
- Constructive – highlighting strengths and areas for growth
- Specific – based on clear criteria
- Supportive – encouraging reflection and improvement
Assessment Integrity
- All assessments must be authentic and original
- Trainers must verify authenticity of submissions
- Plagiarism or dishonesty may lead to:
- Reassessment
- Suspension or withdrawal of accreditation
- Termination of learner or provider status
Continuous Improvement
- Regular review of assessment and feedback practices
- Feedback informs ongoing improvement
- Accreditation may be reviewed or revoked if standards are not met
Roles and Responsibilities
Trainers and Assessors
- Design fair, objective assessments
- Provide quality feedback
- Ensure academic integrity
CPD Global Standards Team
- Monitor assessment practices
- Support trainers and assessors
- Conduct periodic quality reviews
Learners
- Participate honestly and fully
- Apply feedback to improve
- Raise concerns through appropriate channels
Monitoring and Compliance
- Audits ensure quality assurance compliance
- Stakeholder feedback drives improvements
- Breaches may lead to loss of accreditation
Feedback and Complaints
- Feedback is welcomed and encouraged
- Complaints handled in line with our Complaints Policy
- Contact info@cpdglobalstandards.com for concerns
Amendments and Review
- Policy may be amended at any time
- Updates will be shared with accredited providers
- Formal review occurs annually or after major changes
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