Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Investigating Malpractice and Maladministration in Education (RQF)

Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Investigating Malpractice and Maladministration in Education (RQF)

Qualification Overview

The aim of the Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Investigating Malpractice and Maladministration in Education (RQF) is to develop learner knowledge, understanding, and skills in identifying and investigating malpractice and maladministration within educational settings. The qualification is aimed at practitioners working in quality assurance roles.

Qualification Structure

To successfully achieve the Focus Awards Level 4 Certificate in Investigating Malpractice and Maladministration in Education (RQF), learners must complete 6 mandatory units.

Learner Entry Requirements

Learners are required to hold at least a Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (RQF) qualification, or similar. Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but additional criteria may be requested or specified by the centre.

Progression Routes

Learners seeking progress from this qualification can advance their skills further through the
following:

• Further study in investigative practice

Age Ranges

Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be at least 19 to undertake this qualification.

Geographical Coverage

This qualification is available in England.

Qualification Specification

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Mandatory Units:

Unit Title

Unit Reference

Level

Credit

GLH

Principles of Malpractice and Maladministration in Education R/651/6015 4 7 35
Investigative Techniques for Malpractice Cases T/651/6016 4 6 30
Conducting Interviews and Evidence Gathering Y/651/6017 4 5 25
Desk-Based Investigations and Digital Evidence A/651/6018 4 6 30
Investigation Report  Writing D/651/6019 4 10 40
Legal and Regulatory  Frameworks for Malpractice Investigations J/651/6020 4 6 30