The Trades Specific Assessment and Evaluation course examines the practices that support the assessment and evaluation strategies used in vocational training settings and organizations. The course enables the participants to plan, construct and use valid and reliable assessment instruments that are appropriate to a vocational training context. The course provides the knowledge and skills to design and implement a comprehensive strategy for obtaining information that is used to inform learners of their progress both formally and informally and guide them to successful completion.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Assessment and evaluation terminology and concepts
Theories and approaches to evaluation and assessment
Ethical issues in assessment and evaluation
Knowledge assessment instruments
Performance assessment instruments (rubrics, rating guides and checklists)
Informal assessment strategies
Curriculum Alignment
Evaluation strategies
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60533 |
July 13, 2026 to July 17, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70286 |
November 23, 2026 to November 27, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40180 |
February 1, 2027 to March 26, 2027 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
1. Actual curriculum products / portfolio created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to course assignments.
2. A successful interview with the SIE Department Leader or delegate.
3. An essay that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.