The criteria for those who may gain a qualification through an NVQ assessment route is simply having three years experience at the current level of trade expertise or management position.
On Site Assessment and Training (OSAT) is where a qualified assessor will visit you in the work place and assist you in compiling an evidence portfolio in order to award you the qualification for the post your hold. This can also be achieved online.
At your initial interview we establish your eligibility for the NVQ and therefore, provided you complete your candidate statements and supply relevant evidences etc, you will eventually be successful. We will guide you through each step of the process.
Yes, provided you have also passed the CSCS Health & Safety Online Touch Screen test, you may apply for your CSCS Card once you are enrolled.
All of the assessments will take place on-site or online while you work or at your company offices. Q&A Professional discussions can even take place over the phone.
Yes there is a payment plan – 50% of the cost once accepted onto the course with the second 50% due when the course has been completed.
The actual cost of an NVQ – Please complete our contact form so that we can discuss current prices.
A Level 7 will take a minimum of two to six months with a maximum of one year
A Level 6 NVQ will take a minimum of 6 weeks to three months with a maximum of one year.
A Level 4 NVQ will take a minimum of 4 weeks to three months with a maximum of one year.
A Level 3 NVQ will take a minimum of two to eight weeks with a maximum of one year.
All dependent upon ability, time and commitment.
For a Black Managers CSCS card – A level 6 or level 7 depending on role and responsibilities.
For a Gold Supervisors CSCS card – A level 3 or level 4 depending on role and responsibilities.
There are various levels of NVQ which include:
- Level 3 for Occupational Works Supervisors (for CSCS Gold Card)
- Level 4 for Construction Site Supervisors (for CSCS Gold Card)
- Level 6 for Construction Site Managers (for CSCS Black Card)
- Level 7 for Senior Construction Site Managers (for CSCS Black Card)
The majority of Supervisors and managers NVQ’s will be carried out online and consists of completing a knowledge questionnaire which is broken down into units. eg. approx. 18 units for a Level 6. Trade NVQ’s require more assessment time by the NVQ assessor on site.
When a candidate has completed a unit questionnaire they are asked to submit evidence to substantiate their answers. For instance on the H&S unit, to support their answers a candidate could submit a H&S audit of their site, copies of an induction and tool box talk and copies of their H&S Quals. and Certs. This information will then be assessed by their assessor and following the assessor’s guidance, they will then be asked to continue with the next unit.
Having understood the NVQ process and the pitfalls, we are here to assist Construction NVQ candidates to complete in a timely fashion. We identify each candidate’s knowledge and performance to the qualification standards, with each candidate, and enable them to record these evidences in their NVQ portfolio. We not only provide the NVQ’s but we stand with the candidate on their NVQ journey.
There are two aspects of a candidates working life which are assessed, that which they do and that which they know. These are known as the knowledge and performance criteria.
The assessor is there to assist, assess and to ensure that eligible candidates gain their qualifications as efficiently as possible.
All NVQ’s are delivered in sections called Units. There are primary compulsory units and a choice of secondary optional units, some of which have to be completed to ensure that the qualification standards are met in full. Candidates are able to select some optional units which best reflect their working history and knowledge.
Each unit in of itself is broken down into mini sections with a learning aim specific to each mini section. A learning aim can be explained as that which a learner should know or confidently be able to exercise and evidence as part of the NVQ process.
Each candidate is given a personal NVQ assessor. The assessor’s job is to give the guidance and support necessary for the candidate to evidence his working history at the correct level / standard. It’s not rocket science and if there are parts of the process which are unclear, it is the assessor’s responsibility to bring clarity and understanding.
The standards of each NVQ are met by a variety of means such as completing a Knowledge Questionnaire, sometimes called the candidate’s statement, assessor’s report and or professional discussion, copies of certificates, qualifications and site documentation. The standards of the NVQ’s are set in accordance with the National Occupation Standard and offered by awarding bodies such as the CITB or EDEXCEL and are delivered via NVQ assessment or training centres. These qualifications are recognised throughout the world!
The NVQ OSAT (On Site Assessment and Training) process is a profiling exercise which is carried out in a systematic fashion, led by the assessor. Management NVQ’s are primarily evidenced by submitting site records and completing a knowledge questionnaire online.
We believe 5 years is too long between each SMSTS course. We believe our GAP safety management is essential CPD as it enables managers to gain current information and a refreshed vision to better safely manage their projects without having to take time off work!
Continuing Professional Development for managements is essential as it enables managers to step outside of their working environments to gain current information and a refreshed vision to better manage their projects.
Narrative Learning allows the experience of the learner to gel with the learning aims of the curriculum and course designer. It particularly assists professional non academics to more easily and successfully engage with professional studies.
Narrative learning is the process of using stories as learning aids. It uses the life examples of practicing professionals as a way of embedding knowledge and practice.
GAP stands for Guidance & Profiling. Our GAP courses are designed to prepare candidates and learners wishing to move into management positions and for refreshing and providing valuable CPD for practicing managers. With the use of case studies, we use the experience of practicing managers to mentor and refresh the professional resolve of practicing managers.
The guided learning hours range between 8-14 for each GAP course.
Yes. Following an interview and course aim analysis, a quote and bespoke training course will be designed incorporating your company marketing colours and logos. Example of courses: Induction, Company, H&S, Tool Box Talk etc.
This is dependant on numbers but a cost effective package can be discussed and agreed. Please complete our contact page so that we can continue the conversation.
Yes. We are based in Deal in Kent, 8 miles from Dover. Please complete our contact page so that we can continue the conversation and program a delivery date.
This is subject to numbers and location. We will be pleased to offer a quote and to discuss the needs of your company. Please complete our contact page so that we can continue the conversation.
Yes. For example, our management H&S course runs for approx. 14 guided learning hours. We will be pleased to bring our course to your company. This enables candidates to interact with the lecturer and with each other and enables our lecturers to deliver a bespoke service, meeting the needs of the company and their employees.
Simply complete our contact form online and following an interview, you will be assigned 1 to 1 support and login details to our interactive service where you will receive the necessary guidance and support.
Not directly. Our GAP courses are designed for the purpose of preparing candidates for management and supervisory NVQ’s, for management training for the purpose of CPD and to aid all management learners.
An NVQ is a National Vocational Qualification assessed route where by the candidate is given the qualification for the job they are doing. All candidates need to show a minimum of three years experience for the level of qualification they are applying for.
An NVQ is a National Vocational Qualification assessed route where by the candidate is given the qualification for the job they are doing. All candidates need to show a minimum of three years experience for the level of qualification they are applying for.
There are two routes, taught and assessed. The CIOB Managers taught course, evenings at college over two years or an NVQ 6 for standard managers and NVQ 7 for senior managers. Both routes require a CSCS Managers and Professional touch screen safety test certificate.
GAP is a term used by the Rivasure Guidance and Profiling Series of Courses for Construction Managers
An NVQ is a National Vocational Qualification. The NVQ is a work based qualification which recognises the skills and knowledge a person needs to do a job. The candidate needs to demonstrate and prove their competency in their chosen role or career path. It is the process by which a practicing professional with a minimum of three years experience is awarded recognition and a qualification for the job they are doing, without having to go to college or take time off work!
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) is a body that represents construction management professionals who work within the built environment. The CIOB is a full member of the Construction Industry Council
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chartered_Institute_of_Building