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The Annual JCQ Access Arrangements Masterclass 2026–27: Castiglione Consulting - 07 Sep 2026 to 06 Sep 2027

The Annual JCQ Access Arrangements Masterclass 2026–27: Castiglione Consulting - 07 Sep 2026 to 06 Sep 2027

Overview

  • Date(s)
    07 Sep 2026 - 06 Sep 2027
  • Cost
    £100.00
  • Provider
    Castiglione Consulting Ltd
  • Delivery type
    Distance
  • Course level
    Intermediate
  • Course summary

    A three-hour online Masterclass covering the JCQ access arrangements position for 2026–27 and the practical application of current requirements. Topics include regulatory updates, centre-based evidence, teacher feedback, student voice, 25% extra time, supervised rest breaks, recording decisions, evidence trails, and inspection readiness.

    Delegates receive 60 days’ access to the course.
  • CPD credit hours
    3 hours
  • Course themes
    Reviewing principles of psychometrics, statistics, assessment and underlying theory, SpLD testing methods, interpretation, report writing, feedback and test materials
  • Audience
    Assessors, Support, Assessment centres, Training institutions
  • Website
    https://academy.castiglione-consulting.com/collections/26-27-jcq-masterclass)
  • SASC Code
    SASC-20260811-1738

Description

This three-hour Masterclass provides an update on the JCQ access arrangements position for 2026–27 and supports delegates in applying the current requirements confidently and accurately. Delegates receive 60 days’ access to the recorded training and supporting materials, allowing them to revisit key sections and consolidate their understanding.

The course covers relevant changes within the Instructions for Conducting Examinations, the March 2026 updates and supplementary guidance, subsequent JCQ clarifications, and the planned timetable for the next revision and implementation of the AARA.

Delegates will examine the evidence used to support access arrangements, including teacher feedback, normal way of working, student voice, and internal test and mock examination evidence. The course considers the evidence required for 25% extra time, the distinction between extra time and supervised rest breaks, recording the centre’s rationale, maintaining a coherent evidence trail, and preparing documentation for inspection.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Identify the relevant JCQ updates and clarifications for 2026–27
  • Explain the planned timetable for revision and implementation of the AARA
  • Evaluate teacher feedback, student voice, normal way of working, and internal test or mock examination evidence
  • Explain the evidence required for 25% extra time
  • Distinguish between 25% extra time and supervised rest breaks
  • Record and justify access arrangements decisions clearly
  • Identify potential gaps and inconsistencies within a centre’s evidence trail
  • Explain key considerations when organising evidence for inspection
  • Prioritise actions for strengthening centre practice during 2026–27

Course prerequisites

Delegates should have a working knowledge of the JCQ access arrangements regulations and be involved in access arrangements practice within a school, college, or other examination centre.

This is not an introductory course. Those new to access arrangements may benefit from completing the Castiglione Consulting Foundations course before undertaking the Masterclass.

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