For the purposes of this policy, malpractice is defined as any act that threatens the integrity of the assessments for the qualifications and/or their proper certification and/or compromises the reputation of Wilor Academy.
Wilor Academy will investigate all cases of failure to abide by its regulations that might constitute malpractice. Where cases of suspected malpractice are proven Wilor Academy will take appropriate action, including applying sanctions, to maintain the integrity of its practice. Sanctions may also be applied to staff who fail to report suspected malpractice.
When any such instance is suspected, the person reporting the suspicion should inform the Programme Leader of their concerns.
If the person suspected of cheating is any of the above, then the suspicion should be reported to the Principal.
The following are examples of malpractice by centre staff. The list is not exhaustive and other instances of malpractice may be considered:
• failing to keep mark schemes secure
• alteration of any mark schemes
• alteration of assessment and grading criteria
• assisting learners in the production of work for assessment, where the support has the potential to influence the outcomes of assessment, for example where the assistance involves centre staff producing work for the learner
• producing falsified witness statements, for example for evidence the learner has not generated
• allowing evidence, which is known by the staff member not to be the learner’s own, to be included in a learner’s assignment/task/portfolio/ coursework
• facilitating and allowing impersonation
• misusing the conditions for special learner requirements, for example where learners are permitted support, such as an amanuensis, this is permissible up to the point where the support has the potential to influence the outcome of the assessment
• failing to keep learner computer files secure
• falsifying records/certificates, for example by alteration, substitution, or by fraud
• fraudulent certificate claims, that is claiming for a certificate prior to the learner completing all the requirements of assessment
• failing to keep assessment/examination/test papers secure prior to the assessment, examination, or test
• obtaining unauthorised access to assessment/examination/test material prior to an assessment/examination/test.
The alleged suspicion should be investigated following normal college procedures for instances of unprofessional conduct and reported to the awarding body where necessary.
Learner Malpractice
Attempting to, or actually carrying out, any malpractice activity is not permitted by Wilor Education. The following are examples of malpractice by learners; this list is not exhaustive and other instances of malpractice may be considered:
• plagiarism by copying and passing off, as the learner’s own, the whole or part(s) of another person’s work, including artwork, images, words, computer-generated work (including Internet sources), thoughts, inventions and/or discoveries whether published or not, with or
without the originator’s permission and without appropriately acknowledging the source
• collusion by working collaboratively with other learners to produce work that is submitted as individual learner work. Learners should not be discouraged from teamwork, as this is an essential key skill for many sectors and subject areas, but the use of minutes, allocating tasks,agreeing outcomes, etc., are an essential part of teamwork and this must be made clear to the learners
• impersonation by pretending to be someone else in order to produce the work for another or arranging for another to take one’s place in an assessment/examination/test
• fabrication of results and/or evidence
• failing to abide by the instructions or advice of an assessor, a supervisor, an invigilator, or conditions in relation to the assessment/examination/test rules, regulations and security
• misuse of assessment/examination material
• introduction and/or use of unauthorised material contrary to the requirements of supervised assessment/examination/test conditions, for example: notes, study guides, personal organisers, calculators, dictionaries (when prohibited), personal stereos, mobile phones or
other similar electronic devices
• obtaining, receiving, exchanging or passing on information that could be assessment/examination/test related (or the attempt to) by means of talking or written papers/notes during supervised assessment/examination/test conditions
• behaving in such a way as to undermine the integrity of the assessment/examination/test
• the alteration of any results document, including certificates
• cheating to gain an unfair advantage.
Plagiarism and AI Usage
In light of recent advancements in technology, Wilor Academy recognises the potential role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in assisting learners with their work. However, learners must ensure that all work submitted is their own and not copied, whether partially or entirely, from external sources, including AI-generated content. Plagiarism, which includes the use of AI-generated text or material without
proper attribution, is strictly prohibited. Any work that exhibits similarity exceeding 20% to existing sources, including AI-generated content, will be deemed unacceptable. It is essential for learners to reference all sources appropriately and ensure that AI tools are used responsibly, not as a means to bypass original effort or academic integrity. Any instances of AI-assisted plagiarism will be investigated
thoroughly in line with Wilor Academy’s malpractice policy.
The alleged suspicion should be investigated following normal college procedures and where necessary reported to the awarding body as per JCQ regulations.
This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and up to date.

Malpractice Policy
Published Date : November 2023
Reviewed By : Salma Ali
Date of Review : June 2024
Date of Next Review : July 2025
Policy Number : WAP018

Salma Ali
Principal