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NVQ Construction Maintenance

NVQ Construction Maintenance

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Maintenance Occupations (Level 2 - Intermediate)

Accelerate a career in the construction industry with this work-based NVQ, designed to provide practical skills and knowledge needed to excel in this field. This qualification allows learners to gain hands-on experience while earning a recognised certification; enhancing employability and opening up opportunities for advancement.

 

Is this course right for me?

This course is designed for individuals working in the construction industry who wish to gain recognised qualifications, potentially leading to career progression or CSCS card status. Learners will develop and demonstrate their knowledge, understanding, behaviours, skills, and practices in construction repair and maintenance. It is suitable for employees who perform a variety of tasks in the workplace that are not all related to the same trade.

Each qualification must be completed within 12 months of enrolment.

  • No formal entry requirements
  • Level 3 applicants must either hold a relevant Level 2 qualification or at least two years industry experience
  • You will be expected to be in relevant job role
  • Each application is considered on individual merit
  • Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview
  • Learners must be at least 16 years old
If you have gained your qualifications outside of the UK we will use ECCTIS to check their equivalence to UK qualifications. Please upload proof of your qualifications as part of the application process.
  • Not applicable

Mandatory Units:

  • Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace 
  • Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 
  • Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 

Optional Units – a range of units, depending on the job role, but including: 

  • Applying paint systems by brush or roller 
  • Maintaining non-structural carpentry work 
  • Maintaining slate and tile roofing 
  • Repair and maintain masonry structures 
  • Tiling wall and floor surfaces 
  • Preparing surfaces for plastering, tiling, or painting 
You may need to study an additional skills course depending on:
  • the course you are taking at College
  • what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language
Click below to find out what skills course you may be taking at College.

Learners have the option to complete course assessment/assignments or elements of the course through the medium of Welsh or bilingually. Visit our Welsh Language in the College page to find out what else is available to you.

  • Continuous assessment during the course
  • Portfolio of evidence
  • Visits from your assessor to your place of work
  • Testimony from employers or supervisors

Many learners progress to higher level qualifications in the same trade, or higher level qualifications in construction management.

  • You will need to bring your own device/laptop for this course, click here to find out more
  • You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page

Any costs above are approximate and may change.

Any costs above are approximate and may change.

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Sports Academy: While on this course you may be able to join our Sports Academy, if you have a talent for sport, find out what we offer on our Sports Academy page.

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Last updated: 01/10/2024
Disclaimer:
The College takes all reasonable steps to provide the educational services and courses as described above. Details are correct at the time of editing but may be subject to change without prior notice. Courses will not run if student numbers are insufficient. The College has the right to refuse individuals entry to courses in certain circumstances. Prospective students may be advised of more suitable alternatives, if appropriate. The entry requirements stated are those that are normally required to undertake the programme of study.
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