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Free Level 3 NVQ Cladding Course

CostFREE
Duration4 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding. Work-based training at your workplace.

You train on the job, building evidence of your skills as you work. The course suits people already employed in construction who work with rain screen wall cladding systems or roof and wall sheeting and cladding. There are no formal entry requirements. It typically takes around 4 months to complete.

You'll finish with an NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction) at Level 3, assessed by NOCN.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for individuals currently employed in the construction industry who are seeking to validate and enhance their skills in cladding operations. It is particularly suitable for those aiming to specialize in the installation and maintenance of rain screen wall cladding systems or roof and wall sheeting and cladding. The diploma is intended for professionals who wish to demonstrate their competence in these areas through a combination of practical experience and assessment.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll install rain screen wall cladding systems to industry standards.
  • You'll carry out roof and wall sheeting and cladding operations.
  • You'll plan and prepare your work area safely before starting a job.
  • You'll select and use the correct tools, materials, and fixings for cladding work.
  • You'll inspect and maintain cladding installations to ensure they meet specification.
  • You'll work to health and safety requirements on construction sites.
  • You'll demonstrate competence in cladding through a portfolio of workplace evidence.

How you will learn

Assessment is work-based. You build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day job. A trained assessor will observe you working on site and review your evidence against the qualification standards. There are no written exams. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and is conducted by NOCN-registered assessors.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. NSPP Vocational Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cladding installer, fits rain screen and wall cladding systems on commercial and residential buildings.
  • Roof and wall sheeting operative, installs sheeting and cladding on industrial and commercial structures.
  • Cladding supervisor, oversees cladding teams and ensures work meets specification.
  • Construction operative, works across site on a range of building tasks.
  • CSCS skilled worker card holder, this NVQ cladding qualification supports your application for a CSCS card at skilled worker level.

What you could study next

  • A Level 3 NVQ in a related construction trade, such as roofing or façade engineering, broadens your site skills.
  • A CSCS skilled worker card application, supported by this Level 3 NVQ cladding qualification, is a natural next step.
  • A Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) course prepares you to move into a supervisory role on site.
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