Introduction to invigilating exams

Build the knowledge and confidence to invigilate exams effectively

Effective exam invigilation is essential to maintaining the integrity, fairness, and security of assessments. Understanding how to manage exams in line with awarding organisation requirements ensures a consistent and compliant experience for all learners.

This short, interactive course provides a practical introduction to invigilation for CIWM (WAMITAB) qualifications. Through a combination of eLearning and activities, you’ll explore best practice approaches, key responsibilities, and what to do before, during, and after an exam.

Course Details

Format: Microlearning

Duration: 15-30 minutes

Entry requirements: You need to work for a CIWM (WAMITAB) Qualifications Centre. You will also need an individual email address. If purchasing multiple licences, send candidates' names and email addresses to training@ciwm.co.uk.

CIWM member price: £0.00

Non-member price: £0.00



About this course

Designed for real-world application, the course equips you with the knowledge to invigilate confidently, uphold exam standards, and ensure compliance with awarding organisation requirements.

Understanding invigilation
Develop a clear understanding of what invigilation involves and why it is essential to fair and secure assessments.

The role of the invigilator
Learn the key responsibilities of an invigilator and what defines effective, professional practice.

Delivering exams in practice
Build confidence in managing the full exam process, including preparation, starting, monitoring, and closing exams.

Best practice and compliance
Understand how to apply best practice and meet awarding organisation requirements to ensure a compliant and consistent exam experience.

This course is suitable for anyone responsible for invigilating exams and ensuring assessments are delivered fairly and securely.

It is particularly relevant for:

  • CIWM (WAMITAB) qualification staff acting as invigilators
  • Centre staff involved in assessment delivery and administration
  • MOJ officers responsible for exam invigilation and compliance

Whether you are new to invigilation or looking to reinforce best practice, this course will provide the knowledge and confidence to deliver exams in a secure, consistent, and compliant manner.

Course Structure

This course is a short, interactive microlearning module.

This course covers:

  • Understanding invigilation: What it is and why it is essential
  • The role of the invigilator: Key responsibilities and expectations
  • Managing exams in practice: Preparing for, starting, supervising, and closing exams
  • Best practice and compliance: Applying standards to ensure fair, secure, and compliant assessments



eLearning available 0.25 CPD

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