Invigilation

A guide to understanding and carrying out invigilated tests.

 

The use of tests as N or SVQ evidence

There are a variety of tests available from GQA. They can be used as learning materials or in specific circumstances may be submitted as contributory evidence towards NVQs, SVQs, Qualifications or Technical Certificates.

 

To act as evidence there are procedures and guidelines that must be adhered to. For more information use the links on the right of this page.

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Approved Invigilation

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If tests are to be submitted as portfolio evidence, they must have been carried out under invigilated conditions by a recognised invigilator.

 

Candidate Registration

Candidates must be registered with GQA prior to taking the test or tests.

 

Basic Guidelines.

Candidates must not communicate with anyone during the test.

Mobile phones are not allowed into the test area.

The invigilator must remain with the candidate for the duration of the test and must not use their mobile phone or communicate with anyone while the test is taking place.

The work submitted must be that of the candidate alone.

The invigilator requires approval from GQA.

The candidates must be registered to take the test with GQA.

The invigilator can only advise the candidate on the "mechanics" of the test they cannot advise on any of the questions.

 

GQA Guide to Invigilation.

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