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Ofqual regulated · 603/2281/9Verify on the registerAwarded by Focus Awards

Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

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About this qualification

This certificate builds on the IQA award for people who lead the internal quality-assurance function: managing a team of IQAs, setting policy, planning the annual quality cycle, managing risk, and driving continuous improvement. It adds a leadership and management unit to the core IQA units and is evidenced through your own practice leading quality assurance. Studied online with a dedicated tutor.

Please note: this course is not eligible for government student finance (Student Loans Company funding).

At a glance

Qualification level
Level 4
Qualification type
Certificate
Total Qualification Time (TQT)
170 hours
Credit value
17 credits
Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
75 hours
Minimum age
19 years
Assessment method
Portfolio of written evidence plus leading and managing internal quality assurance
Awarding organisation
Focus Awards (Ofqual-regulated)
Ofqual qualification number
603/2281/9
Typical completion
3 to 6 months

Units and modules

  1. Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment

    6 credits · 45 GLH · Written assignment

  2. Internally assure the quality of assessment

    6 credits · 10 GLH · Portfolio and observed practice

  3. Plan, allocate and monitor work in own area of responsibility

    5 credits · 20 GLH · Written assignment and workplace evidence

What’s included

  • Registration with Focus Awards
  • All three units and assessment
  • IQA policy and quality-cycle templates
  • Dedicated tutor support until you pass
  • Digital certificate on completion

Entry requirements

  • Aged 19 or over at enrolment
  • A good standard of written English (equivalent to Level 2)
  • An IQA award or substantial internal quality-assurance experience
  • A role in which you lead or manage internal quality assurance

Awarded by Focus Awards

Focus Awards

This qualification is awarded by Focus Awards, an awarding organisation recognised and regulated by Ofqual. You can confirm the qualification, including its Ofqual number 603/2281/9, on the public register before you enrol.

View on the Ofqual register

Why choose Britannia Qualify

  • Nationally recognised

    Awarded by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual — recognised by employers across education and training.

  • Expert tutor support

    A dedicated tutor gives written feedback on every submission and stays with you until you pass.

  • Study at your own pace

    Fully online, no fixed timetable — built around work and other commitments.

  • Transparent pricing

    One fee covering registration, materials, assessment and certification. Pay in full or over six interest-free months.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. It is a national qualification awarded by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual, so it is recognised by employers across the education and training sector. You can confirm it on the Ofqual public register before you enrol.

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  • Bernadette S.4 Sept 2026 · Verified purchase
    5.0

    My centre asked for this to put me in charge of quality. Practical templates for managing a team of assessors.

  • Tariq M.28 Aug 2026 · Verified purchase
    4.0

    More depth than the award, as you would expect. Took a couple of months around a full workload.

  • Gordon H.22 Aug 2026 · Verified purchase
    5.0

    This is the one you need if you manage other IQAs, not just sample. The leadership and policy units were the useful part.

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