Wood Occupations – Site Carpentry NVQ
Level 2 NVQ - (Blue CSCS Card)
The site carpentry NVQ (wood occupations) is for people who are experienced at different carpentry activities. The NVQ process typically includes 1st & 2nd fix, although it can be tailored to suit different remits such as:
Pathway 1 – Site Carpentry
Pathway 2 – Architectural Joinery
Pathway 3 – Structural Post and Beam Carpentry
Pathway 4 – Light Structural Timber Framing
Pathway 5 – Timber Frame Erection
Pathway 6 – Timber Decks and Cladding
Pathway 7 – Heritage Site Carpentry
Pathway 8 – Heritage Architectural Joinery
Pathway 9 – Heritage Structural Post and Beam Carpentry
Pathway 10 – Pre-assembled Roof Structure Installer
You will need to demonstrate practical skills in relevant areas of carpentry, to prove you have the ability to carry out your work safely and to a good standard. You will also need to show understanding and awareness to prove you have a good level of work-related knowledge and competence
Process
Unlike many other providers we don’t have mandatory written work, as we often cover this through discussion and verbal questioning.
There is no e-portfolio for candidates to manage, as the assessor oversees the portfolio building.
Your assessor will visit you in your workplace, to collect evidence relating to the qualification being undertaken. Using methods such as observation (watching) and discussion, the assessor will work with you to gather what’s required for your portfolio – these methods of assessment are often recorded electronically. A third-party reference (witness testimony) can be used as another source of evidence, to help confirm your levels of competence and areas of responsibility.
Duration
The timescale between registration and completion varies for different candidates – candidate experience and willingness are key factors here. However, 2-4 months is an achievable duration for competent carpenters.
Cost
The standard cost of this Level 2 NVQ is £795 plus VAT at the prevailing rate. Grant money can be claimed back at completion by companies registered with CITB.
