Specialist Exam Access Arrangements Assessor
• Familiar with the entire contents of the JCQ Regulations, and updates
• Most recent editions of nationally standardised tests
• Qualified to Level 7 in assessment for access arrangements
As a specialist assessor for access arrangements I am qualified to conduct assessments to determine the necessary accommodations for learners during examinations.
This includes assessing for:
- 25% Extra time
- Reader
- Scribe
- 26-50% Extra time
- Language Modifier
Why does my child need an Individual assessment?
If there are signs of difficulties with aspects of writing, spelling and/or reading and processing/memory. Difficulties may be present with accuracy and/or with speed of working.
An assessment gives measures of ability in areas that can make learning difficult. An assessment can provide an explanation for their difficulties. Learners who notice that they are not 'keeping up' with their peers, can begin to lose confidence. An assessment can help them understand their difficulties and also celebrate their strengths.
How much will it cost?
The individual assessment and report will cost £400, a breakdown of what this includes is provided below.
Spelling
Spelling accuracy can provide evidence for a scribe
Processing
Phonological Awareness, Phonological Memory, Phonological Processing Speed and Visual Processing Speed
Reading
Reading Comprehension Speed and skills
Writing
Handwriting Speed, legibility and accuracy
Individual Assessments
3 hour Assessment
Access Arrangements Assessment Report
Completion of Form 8
Assessment
This is completed 1:1 with the young person to investigate specific difficulties that can affect performance in examinations and assessments.
Report
The report includes a detailed analysis of performance and gives recommendations for the learner appropriate to the age and stage of education.
Form 8
Form 8 is the access arrangements form used by schools and colleges when applying for exam access arrangements through the JCQ.
Part 1 contains the background information from the school or college, qualifying test scores are recorded within Part 2, and Part 3 list the access arrangements requiring approval through the JCQ.
School or college
Information from an assessment can be used to inform an IEP, support plan or EHCP application.
It provides evidence of learning difficulties and can share with the school possible recommendations for support.