Assessment Summary

There are three (3) assessment tasks required for this unit. The assessment tasks are each described on the following pages and should be submitted in accordance with the instructions provided for each task.

You should complete each assessment task accordingly by the due date provided and submit them in the requested format.

The following is a summary of the assessment tasks for this unit:

Purpose of Assessment

The assessment tasks are demonstrations of competency against the unit/s of competency. You will be assessed on:

• Presentation of the assessment tasks according to the instructions and/or specifications provided
• Presentation of the assessment tasks by the due dates
• Providing a comprehensive response to the assessment task.

You may also be asked to complete activities within a work-based context where application of knowledge can be demonstrated. You should use your existing or past workplace to provide a context for the assessment tasks.  

Reasonable adjustment

Where appropriate, reasonable adjustments are applied to assessment tasks to take into account an individual learner's needs.

If you feel that you need assistance with any of the assessment tasks, please speak to your teacher about the adjustments to the assessment task and or about an alternative assessment task. Examples of adjustment may include additional time, adjustment to equipment, oral assessment, alternative assessment or access to a scribe.

Hints and Tips for Assessment

• Plan in advance; don’t leave assessments until the last minute
• Ensure you understand the assessment requirements and expectations.  Ask if you are not sure.
• Prepare a draft and ask a friend or family member to check or review it for you
• Proofread your work; don’t rely solely on the spell or grammar check on the computer
• Ensure you have referenced any material or ideas drawn from other sources
• If you are having difficulties with an assessment task you should speak to your teacher well before the due date.