Learner Privacy

Cotswold Assessments is committed to data security and the fair and transparent processing of personal data. This privacy policy (Policy) sets out how Cotswold Assessments treats learner personal data.

Please read this Policy carefully as it contains important information on who we are, how and why we collect, store, use and share your personal data, your rights in relation to your personal data, how to contact us, in the event that you would like to explain a concern about the way in which we process your personal data

Cotswold Assessments Learner Privacy Policy

What is a Certificate of Competence?

A Certificate of Competence is a short course that recognises a specific range of knowledge and skills, culminating in a certificated qualification. In some cases an identification card is provided.

Certificates of Competence are qualifications that are easy to access and are practically assessed.

The training can be gained from industry experience (on the job training), or a short training course.

The qualifications are used to gain access to certain jobs, for individuals undertaking some work-based learning programmes or as stand-alone qualifications for those already in employment. In some sectors a Certificate of Competence acts as a “licence to practise”.

Replacement Certificates & ID Cards

Do you need a copy of your certificate and ID card?

This is no problem, contact our Customer Service Team at admin@cotswoldassessments.com with your details and we can search our database for your record.

Please note:

You should receive your certificate and ID card within 25 working days of passing your assessment. If you have not received it please contact admin@cotswoldassessments.com.

If you request a certificate after 40 working days have lapsed following your assessment there will be a charge for it and you will need to follow the process via the link below.

Click on the link below to find all the information you need:

Replacement Certificates and ID Cards

EXISTING CERTIFICATE HOLDERS RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATES AND ID CARDS

At the time of your assessment, you were certificated for either 3 or 5 years (depending on previous experience). Due to updated directives and new procedures, refresher courses are now required every three to five years to conform to these changes.

Cotswold Assessments offers refresher training courses via an online platform followed by a short assessment of multiple choice questions.

If successful in this online assessment your certificate will be renewed for another 5 years, (or 3 years if you hold a Provisional certificate.)

Please book your refresher training and the renewal of your certificate and ID card using the Cotswold Assessments Booking form (via the button below).

Booking form

What does Cotswold Assessments do?

Cotswold Assessments Certificates of Competence are delivered Globally through approved assessors.

Training is essential before assessment and although attendance at a course of instruction is not a requirement to be able to apply for an assessment potential Candidates are strongly advised to ensure that they are up to the standards that will be expected of them when they are assessed.

Cotswold Assessments can provide a training course from an approved instructor; however, instruction is also available from other training providers associated with the transport of live animals by air.

Because assessors are independent the assessment will be to the same level and consistent high standard regardless of who the trainer was.

Certificates last for 3 years (if Provisional) or 5 years (if full certificates) when refresher training and reassessment will be required.

Cotswold Assessments will be able to:

  • Supply a qualification guidance document (assessment schedule) and registration form. (Both these are also available on our website pages assessment schedule & booking form)

  • Provide you with costs
  • Advise you on assessment fees for conducting the assessment
  • Link you up with organisations where training courses are available
  • Appoint an approved independent assessor who will advise you on the arrangements for assessment

Assessment is

  • face to face on a one to one basis
  • practical and oral questioning
  • with a live horse and real shipping crate
  • lasts about 2 hours
  • Assessment normally takes place at the equine flight attendant’s place of work, or similar in discussion with the appointed assessor
  • The assessor normally travels to the assessment site, although if this involves overseas travel there will be an added fee for the assessment

When all of your assessments have been completed:

  • If successful, your assessor will forward the results to Cotswold Assessments for certification and ID card. These will be issued within 25 working days of passing your assessment

  • If unsuccessful, candidates can re-take the assessment (re-training is recommended)