Before you start work on your qualification you will meet with your assessor to discuss what you need to do to complete your qualification. This can include: checking you are taking the right qualification level checking you have chosen suitable units identifying any training or learning you will need to help you gain your qualification agreeing an assessment plan signing a learning contract

All units must be achieved: Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace (2) Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace (3) Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace (5) Erecting Masonry Structures in the Workplace (31) Setting out to form Masonry Structures in the Workplace (23)

You must achieve a minimum of 1 unit from this group: Erecting Masonry Cladding in the Workplace (24) Erect Thin Joint Masonry Structures in the Workplace (24) Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace (25) Installing Drainage in the Workplace (19) Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace (11) Installing and forming specialist masonry elements in the workplace (21)

CITB Approved NVQ

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations

Bricklaying

Detail

CITB Approved
Duration : Candidate Led
RQF Level : Level 2
CSCS Card : Blue Skilled
Language : English
Certificate Length : Lifetime
CITB Funding : Fully Funded

Cost

COST

^£ 850 _+Vat

0% Finance Available
Complete Remotely
CITB Approved NVQ

It’s possible to fully fund this qualification, look at the options below

Funding

CITB Funding

£600 Grant available from the CITB Short Qualification Grant. It’s also possible to use the CITB Skills & Training Fund to cover the remaining funding to fully fund Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations. Not sure how? Ask the team, we’ll talk you through it.

ELCAS Funding

Funding opportunities via the MOD’s Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) Scheme are available for both service personnel and service leavers. Those with six years of service experience can receive up to £1,000 per claim instalment, while individuals with eight years of service experience may be eligible for up to £2,000 per claim instalment.

Next Steps

Initial Assessment

Before you start work on your qualification you will meet with your assessor to discuss what you need to do to complete your qualification. This can include:

checking you are taking the right qualification level
checking you have chosen suitable units
identifying any training or learning you will need to help you gain your qualification
agreeing an assessment plan
signing a learning contract

Skill Scan

As part of this meeting, you will discuss the skills and knowledge you may already have, and decide how this can be used towards your qualification. This process is sometimes called a skill scan.

Assessment Plan

Once you have chosen your units you will make and agree an assessment plan with your assessor. This will show:

the units the plan covers
when you will be assessed
where the assessment will take place
what you will be doing
what evidence you will produce
who will assess you

The plan should also indicate the methods of assessment to be used to collect your evidence. Evidence can include:

direct observation in the workplace by a qualified assessor
witness testimony of work carried out by you in the workplace written by an expert witness
questioning – this could be verbal, written or computer based
other evidence which can include photographs or personal accounts

Refunds

In the event of a cancellation or deferment, we provide fully transparent terms and conditions.

About this NVQ

Our Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations offers a comprehensive program aimed at equipping individuals with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for success in bricklaying within the construction industry. Through a blend of theoretical learning and hands-on practical experience, candidates will evidence the intricacies of laying bricks, blocks, and mortar. This qualification serves as an ideal entry point for those looking to embark on a fulfilling career in construction, providing a solid foundation upon which to build further expertise and specialisation.

How Completing This Course Will Help You:

Advanced Techniques: Develop advanced skills and techniques in bricklaying, blocklaying, and other trowel-related disciplines.
Project Management: Take on increased responsibility in project planning, organisation, and coordination within trowel occupations.
Quality Control: Implement quality control measures to ensure the delivery of high-quality finishes and craftsmanship in construction projects.

Leadership Skills: Demonstrate leadership qualities by guiding and supervising junior team members, promoting productivity and teamwork.
Problem Solving: Identify and resolve complex challenges and issues encountered in trowel occupations, ensuring project continuity and success.
Industry Compliance: Stay updated with industry regulations and standards, maintaining compliance and professionalism in trowel operations.

Units

Candidates Should Achieve All 5 Mandatory Units And At Least 1 Of The Optional Units

Mandatory Units

All units must be achieved:

Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace (2)
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace (3)
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace (5)
Erecting Masonry Structures in the Workplace (31)
Setting out to form Masonry Structures in the Workplace (23)

Optional Units

You must achieve a minimum of 1 unit from this group:

Erecting Masonry Cladding in the Workplace (24)
Erect Thin Joint Masonry Structures in the Workplace (24)
Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace (25)
Installing Drainage in the Workplace (19)
Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace (11)
Installing and forming specialist masonry elements in the workplace (21)

Methods of Assessment

The method of assessment is a one-step journey:

Step 1. Portfolio of Evidence

Completing an NVQ doesn’t require you to take traditional exams. Instead, assessment is based around your competency in fulfilling your job role duties to meet occupational standards. Assessors will evaluate you based on the contents of your portfolio. It’s essential to maintain this portfolio with evidence showcasing the tasks, duties, and accomplishments you’ve accomplished in work.

How do I apply for a Blue Skilled Worker card?

Not sure when your card expires? You can either download the CSCS Smart Check app on App Store or Google Play to check any construction industry card displaying the CSCS logo, or you can use the online card checker.

Step 1 - Complete a construction related NVQ/SVQ or apprenticeship

Achieved a construction related NVQ/SVQ level 2 or SVQ at SCQF level 5.
or
Completed an apprenticeship, such as an Employer sponsored apprenticeship, a City and Guilds Craft Certificate (CGLI) or a CSCS Approved Apprenticeship Standard.

Step 2 - Complete the HSE Test relevant to your Occupation

If you aren’t sure which HS&E test is relevant to your occupation, use the Card Finder to find the relevant route.

Step 3 - Apply for your Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card

The quickest and most convenient way to apply for your Blue Skilled CSCS card is via the CSCS online application service.

CITB Internet Test Centre (ITC)

An Internet Test Centre (ITC) is a centre approved by CITB to provide testing facilities for tests such as the Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test and Managers and Professionals (MaPs) test as well as many more.

Completing the HSE tests is a step towards your CSCS card, you will also need your individual course or qualifications depending on which card you want, for example the Green Labourers CSCS card you will have to have completed a Level 1 H&S or CITB Health & Safety Awareness Course and a CITB HS&E Operatives Test to apply for your Green Labourers CSCS card.

View the different coloured cards to view which qualifications and CITB Tests you require or head over to the CSCS Card Finder for a more detailed search.

Courses & Qualifications

Reasons to study an NVQ with Acadame

All of our NVQ assessors are fully qualified and extensively experienced; each having worked within their industry for years, whilst acquiring extensive knowledge.

Our NVQs are designed to work around you, using a range of assessment methods coupled with our online ePortfolio – providing you with the flexibility to complete your chosen NVQ at a pace that suits you and your working life.

24/7 access to your NVQ ePortfolio means that you can upload your evidence at a time to suit you – not within the restrictions of a set timeframe. Plus, with ePortfolio access via mobile phone, you can also capture evidence on the go, quickly and efficiently.

At our core, we’re dedicated to ‘Constructing Safety’, offering accelerated growth opportunities for professionals across diverse industries.

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