Where does the professional discussion following the work-based project for the Learning and Development Consultant Business Partner standard take place and who is involved?

The professional discussion following the work-based project can be conducted face-to-face or remotely, via online means.

Face-to-face assessments typically take place at the employer’s or training provider's premises, and the End-Point Assessor is in the room to invigilate.

We use Microsoft Teams for online assessment, so apprentices should ensure they have downloaded this software and are familiar with how it works. A video conference between the apprentice and the End-Point Assessor is arranged, and the Assessor observes the apprentice while they take the exam. The session is recorded in full for further reference.

Whether face-to-face or online, the time and date of the professional discussion is agreed between the apprentice and Assessor at the Assessment Planning Meeting.