An introduction to assessment to support CAF training: Handbook to support practitioners

This handbook contains a general introduction to assessment, which is not specifically about the Common Assessment Framework (CAF). It is aimed at, and should be used by, practitioners with little or no prior assessment experience or knowledge.

The handbook contains supporting text and references which focus on general assessment knowledge and skills. It aims to ensure that all participants have a baseline level of understanding with regard to assessment, prior to undertaking CAF training.

In addition, this handbook contains three exercises that can be worked through to help embed learning into practice. These exercises are optional and will not be specifically referred to in the CAF training. However, they will support personal learning and development.

Although the handbook has been designed for practitioners with less experience of assessment, experienced practitioners may choose to use it to refresh and review their general assessment knowledge.