Which subjects require an assessor?
Impaq-approved assessors are required to assess the practical task components of:
- Grade 12 orals,
- Grade 12 Dramatic Arts,
- Grade 12 Visual Arts,
- Grade 10 - 12 Consumer Studies, and
- Grade 10 - 12 Hospitality Studies
Competent assessors are required to assess the practical task components of:
- Grade 10 & 11 orals,
- Grade 10 & 11 Dramatic Arts,
- Grade 10 & 11 Visual Arts,
- Grade 10 - 12 Agricultural Management Practices (should be a farmer or vet).
*Learners registered for practical subjects at the Impaq Online School do not need to appoint assessors, as their teachers will assess PATs and orals.
**Parents and tutors can assess the Grade 10 and 11 CAT and IT practical assessment tasks (PATs). However, it is strongly advised that you make use of a competent assessor to assess the PATs or submit the PATs to Impaq for assessment. Impaq marks all Grade 12 assessment components. The assessment components must be submitted to Impaq on a CD or flash drive.
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What is the difference between a competent and Impaq-approved assessor?
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When can I download Grade 12 PATs and orals?
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How do I appoint an assessor for practical subjects?
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Are PATs and orals compulsory?
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