Construction NVQ Diplomas

What are the benefits?

NVQ qualifications prove what individuals working on a site are skilled to do. By achieving a NVQ qualification, individual performance is measured against a benchmark set by the industry and regulated by the UK Regulator Ofqual, and are well-recognised qualifications within the construction sector.

There are no entry requirements and formal qualifications are not needed. There is no need to complete a lower level before undertaking a higher one. They are ideal for all ages and suitable for trainees as well as highly experienced employees.

NVQ’s not only benefit individuals working in the construction industry, but have been shown to improve the business performance of the employer by developing and retaining a trained, competent workforce, who are able to objectively view their own, and others’ work activities and operate in a professional manner whilst following nationally accepted standards.

How are they carried out?

Construction NVQs are achieved through practical assessment, on the job observation and questioning, and the completion of a copyright template that captures on-site work experience. The entire process is carried out on-site, using evidence from everyday work situations, without the need to enter a classroom or sit an exam.

Delegates work with a professionally qualified assessor to build a portfolio of evidence to record what they have achieved. The assessor reviews and feeds back how much still needs to be done and provides an action plan of how to achieve this. The process is repeated until delegates are assessed, having competently completed each unit.

How long do they take?

Delegates work at their own pace. On average, delegates complete their NVQ Diploma within 18 – 22 months. It is possible to achieve within an earlier time frame, which will be dependent upon the delegate, their workload and being able to undertake and provide evidence for each unit.

Which level?

Level 3 & Level 4 – for Technicians & Supervisors

For those carrying out technical work or the supervision of operatives on a construction site. Delegates must be able to prove they are able to consistently perform and carry out their duties under minimum supervision, applying knowledge in a wide variety of activities.

*Cost – £2000.00 per person (including registration fee) plus VAT

Level 6 – for Senior Technicians & Construction Site Managers

Targeted at those who have a level of technical/managerial responsibility to ensure that the work is carried out to the required standard. Delegates must be able to prove they can consistently carry out their duties in setting work agendas and managing others, and apply knowledge to a broad range of activities with substantial personal responsibility.

*Cost – £2250.00 per person (including registration fee) plus VAT

Level 7 – for Directors, Commercial or Construction Managers

Aimed at those who are at a more strategic level, setting up projects or ensuring that construction projects are effectively managed. Delegates must be able to prove that they can consistently carry out their duties in managing projects at a senior level. It involves the application of a significant range of fundamental principles with substantial autonomy and responsibility in the areas of analysis, planning, execution and evaluation.

*Cost – £2250.00 per person (including registration fee) plus VAT

What construction NVQ Diploma can I do?

Level 3

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Built Environment Design

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Estimating)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Buying)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Planning)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Surveying)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Site Technical Support)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (Design Coordinator)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (General)

Pearson Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Inspection

Level 4

Pearson Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Building & Civil Engineering)

Pearson Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Highways & Maintenance Rep)

Pearson Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Residential Development)

Pearson Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Conservation)

Level 6

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Building & Civil Engineering)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (Estimating)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (Planning)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (Quantity Surveying)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (General)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Senior Site Inspection

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Highways & Maintenance Rep)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Residential Development)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Conservation)

Pearson Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management (Demolition)

Level 7

Pearson Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management