Assessment Framework

A structured process of evidence collection of a persons competencies and evaluated against

an agreed criteria and evaluating the competence of the learner with respect to the
occupational standards or learning objectives.
This structured process involves following steps:
Identifying
Gathering of information
Interpreting information
Competency is cluster of related knowledge, skills and attitude that affects a major part of
ones job and can be measured against well-accepted standards and can be improved via
training and development.
In short a demonstrated ability to apply the relevant knowledge into action, which is skill and
attitude.

Learning domain
knowledge
- Cognitive
skill Psychomotor
Attitude Affective
Assessment is done through range of methods:

Tests
Observation
Interview
Assignments
Professional discussion

Assessment Methods:
Knowledge Assessment Method
THEORY TEST & VIVA
Written test
Identification
Pictorial
Completion /fill in the blanks
Short answer question
Matching
Multiple choice
True / False
Oral test

Assessment type
Summative assessment

Weightage criteria
25%
Maximum marks*
1 PC = 1 question
1 question carries 2 marks
[ 50x2]= 100

Passing criteria*
50% of maximum marks : 50
Candidate should pass in theory paper
separately

skill Assessment Method

PRACTICAL CAPABILITY &
VIVA
Direct performance
observation
Laboratory / skill
lab
Simulated work
situation
Spotting
Identification
Indirect performance
observation
Video
Third party
observation
Computer aided
assessment

Attitude Assessment
Method
PERFORMANCE,VIVA &
BEHAVIOUR
Direct observation of
Work being
done
Care of safety,
neatness
Corrective steps
being taken
Work habits
Approach
towards
accuracy &
precision
Manners
towards others
[co workers &
supervisor]

Assessment type
Formative
assessment
Summative
assessment
RPL[recognition of
prior learning]
Weightage criteria
75%
Maximum marks*
2 NOS
1 NOS is equal to 100
200 [ including viva]
[2x100] = 200

Assessment type
Summative
assessment
Oral test

Passing criteria*
80% of maximum marks
including viva : Candidate
should pass in each NOS
separately with 80

Passing criteria*

Maximum marks*
All 8 NOS grouped under
soft skill
1 NOS is equal to 100
[1x100]= 100

80% of maximum marks

including viva: 80

Assessment parameters
Knowledge of
equipment/tools/materials
Knowledge of limitation of use of
particular tools/equipment
Knowledge of methods of procedure
Understanding of functioning of
equipment/tools
Understanding of criteria to be used in
selecting tool for a given task
Understanding of the process of
measurement
Through knowledge of essentials to
perform the job
Knowledge of services supposed to be
rendered
Identification of patient need and way
to satisfy it

qualifying marks
Assessment parameters
Assessment
parameters
Precision while
recording
Towards the
measurement
work
Manipulative skills
Regarding
to handle tools &
appreciation for
equipment
accurate &
precise work
Ability to apply
related knowledge
Towards
to practical jobs
safety/safe
working practice
Speed and
sequence of
Neatness and
performance
hygiene
Observing safety
Towards coand work
workers and
precaution
supervisors
Observing patient
Ability to follow
safety
manual/written
instruction
Degree of Accuracy
simultaneously
Quality of work
Positive attitude
done
dedication to
Amount of work
getting it right
done within
Ability to pay
stipulated time
attention to
No. of attempts
detail to retain
made to do the
patient
work
Ability to stay
Application of
calm under
knowledge into
pressure
action under
Maintaining
certain
premises
circumstances
clean,hygenic &
Communication
comfortable
skill which involves
listening ability and
affective
communication to
patient and other
concerned person
so they understand
what it is meant to
be

Communication
through
phone/mobile
Demonstrate and
use of caring
response
Use of series of
caring response
and create
memorable
experience
Building
relationship with
patient
Tendency to use
correct working
habits

Duration of theory exam

Duration of practical & viva exam
1 hour 30 minutes
45 minutes
Type of question
Type of question
Type of question
It should be restricted to the essential
Each trainee has to
It will be
knowledge without which the person
perform minimum
correlated to
must not be able to do the job.
two NOS based
soft skill related
skill test.
NOS
Question should cover at least fifty
performance criteria [PC] out of all the
Assessment has to
Performance
PCs
be PC based in
will be
context
of
NOS.
evaluated upon
Learning objective should match with
the observation
All 2 NOS will be
PC based question
of 2 core
core domain based
domain related
Question paper will be computerized.
Practical question
NOS practical
paper is to be
Should be of objective type [MCQ]
Questions asked
printed and given
involving selection of correct response
must be clear
to the candidate
rather than writing sentences
and have only
with
performance
Question paper should contain
one
checklist.
sketches/diagrams/photographs/draw
interpretation
Learning objective
ings to overcome the problems of

Question must
should
match
with
reading comprehension.
be easy to use
PC based practical.
Should be of short duration
and require
minimum time
to answer
As far as

possible equal
time should be
given to all
questions
having same
scores
Questions
having same
time and same
score should
have same
degree of
difficulty

*For Complete Details, refer to assessment Criteria template of GDA

Constituents of quality assessment:
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5.

Accuracy of evidence Validity

Consistency of evidence Reliability
Adequacy of the suitable evidence to make accurate assessment Sufficiency
Evidence collected is recent and still relevant currency
Evidence collected and presented for assessment is of the candidate being assessed
Authenticity
6. Assessment takes into account effects of variables to ensure accuracy Flexibility
7. Assessment tools , systems and procedures are consistent with equal opportunity
principle - Fairness
8. Candidate is kept informed about the assessment criteria and is provided accurate and
timely feedback Transparency
9. Assessment optimizes resources including time and material Efficiency
10. Improving to ensure all the above factors Innovation
Factors contributing to high quality assessment:

Assessor aware of assessment strategy

Assessment as per pre- defined assessment plan
Assessment plan shared with all involved
Assessment in a non-threatening environment
Accurate and timely communication to all concerned
Independent and competent assessor
A rights and appeals procedure established and made known to candidates
On going internal assessment

 Adequate and appropriate documentation and records system

Assessment Strategy elements

Occupational standards
Competencies and competency criteria
Selection of appropriate Assessment Types and methods for relevant competencies
Quality assurance including internal and external assessors qualifications
Internal assessments
Record keeping
External assessment
Feedback

Assessment Plan Elements

No. of candidates
No. of Assessors
NOS and PCs to be assessed
Competencies to be assessed
Time for assessment
Communication to center/candidates
Assessment methods
Space required
Equipment required
Material required

Competencies of an assessor for job role [general/patient care duty

assistant GDA]:
To carry out skill assessment of a candidate in a fair and just manner based on skill knowledge
effectively evaluating the competence of the learner with respect to the occupational standards
or learning objectives using the expertise possessed by the assessor.
Competency is demonstrated ability applying knowledge, skill and attitude for the intended
purpose of assessment.
Competency assessed should be in accordance with the occupational standards, which identify
and group, different tasks associated with a particular occupation and describe the degree of
knowledge and level of skills that a worker must demonstrate to be considered competent in
the occupation.

Necessary academic & professional qualification and experience:

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Job role

General duty assistant

[GDA]
Competencies of an assessor

Qualification
GNM or A grade [B.Sc. nursing] nurse
preferably with two years experience

Sound Domain knowledge & appropriate competency in the skill to be examined

Knowledge of occupational standards for specific job role/ trade
Able to meet the requirements of HSSC assessment guidelines
Familiar with assessment scheme and through knowledge of relevant trade & skill
Communication skills in the language of examination
Be free from interest to conduct fair, impartial and non-discriminatory assessment
Goal clarity and role clarity
Ability to ask questions
Listening and observation
Able to conduct summative & formative assessment
Problem solving and Working in a team
Numeracy & Assertiveness
Handling dysfunctional behavior
Documentation and reporting
Practical and problem solving
Accountable
Ability to go in detail
Basic IT usage/Familiarity
Presentation

Desirable personal attributes of an assessor

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Ethical
Open minded
Observant
Perceptive
Versatile
Tenacious
Decisive
Self reliant
Communicative