Brooks and Kirk

Brooks and Kirk: TAQA training for assessors, teachers and quality assurance staff

Brooks and Kirk is a UK training and educational consultancy provider specialising in the TAQA suite qualifications. The company presents itself as a specialist in training assessors, teachers and quality assurance staff, with over 28 years of experience and more than 3,000 learners trained. Its offer is aimed at professionals seeking recognised certifications to assess vocational competences, teach in adult education or manage quality processes in the training field.

Assessment, teaching and quality courses

Brooks and Kirk's catalogue covers the main qualifications of the TAQA suite, with popular courses in higher education teacher training, assessment and quality assurance. Featured programmes include the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA), which qualifies holders to work as an NVQ or end-point assessor; the Level 4 Certificate in Leading Internal Quality Assurance (Lead IQA), aimed at those aspiring to be quality managers; and the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), for adult educators. The company also offers courses in holistic assessment, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, end-point assessment (EPA) and a variety of packages combining several qualifications, such as assessor and tutor bundles, end-point assessor, internal quality assurer, quality manager, continuing professional development for assessors, and combinations of assessor, tutor, EPA and IQA.

Methodology and support services

Training is delivered entirely online, with materials, assignments and assessments accessible from any location. Learning is flexible and self-paced, adapting to the learner's rhythm. Brooks and Kirk offers unlimited tutor support and, in some courses that require assessing learners or qualified assessors, the company can arrange access to these at no extra cost. The courses are accredited and regulated by Ofqual, forming part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The company also provides educational consultancy services, with an initial consultation available.

Recognition and ratings

Brooks and Kirk has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 and the Top Rated Service 2026 certificate verified by Trustindex, based on reviews collected on Facebook, Google, Trustindex and Trustpilot over the last twelve months. The company states that 100% of its learners would recommend its courses, according to independent research carried out by the entity itself. Learner testimonials highlight the attention to detail, the support received, the clarity of the materials and the usefulness of the training for professional development in assessment and quality.

Learner profile and career outcomes

The courses are designed for professionals who wish to obtain formal credentials in assessment, teaching or quality assurance. According to testimonials, the CAVA qualification provides access to contracts as an independent end-point assessor in awarding bodies and end-point assessment organisations, as well as progression towards internal quality assurance and quality leadership roles. The training is also aimed at educators seeking to diversify into vocational assessment and quality assurance.