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NVQ Level 2 Curtain Walling Course in Chester

Cost£925.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGQA
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About this course

NVQ Level 2 Curtain Walling Course in Chester. Classes run at GFTS Chester, combining online study with time at the centre.

The course confirms you have the skills and knowledge to install curtain wall systems on site. It covers a range of system types and installation environments, so it suits the variety of work curtain wall installers actually do. You'll work to relevant legislation, regulations, and health and safety requirements throughout. The course takes around 12 months to complete.

You'll finish with an NVQ Certificate in Curtain Wall Installation at Level 2.

Who this course is for

The aim of this qualification is to confirm that the candidate has the skills and knowledge to install Curtain Wall systems on site. It is not expected that all curtain wall installers will carry out identical tasks as there are many variations in system types and installation environments so the qualification had been developed to allow as wide an uptake as possible. All of the work needs to be completed in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations and health and safety guidelines.

Entry requirements

Must be working in the industry

What you will learn

  • You'll install curtain wall systems on site to industry standards.
  • You'll work safely in line with relevant legislation and health and safety guidelines.
  • You'll select and use appropriate methods for different curtain wall system types.
  • You'll adapt your installation approach to different site environments.
  • You'll demonstrate the knowledge behind safe and compliant curtain wall installation.

How you will learn

The course uses a blended approach. You'll complete online study in your own time and attend sessions at GFTS Chester for practical and assessment work. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence gathered from your work on site. You must be working in the industry to enrol, as the evidence comes from real installation tasks you carry out in your job.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. GFTS Chester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Curtain wall installer, fits glazed curtain wall systems on commercial buildings.
  • Glazing operative, installs glass and framing systems on construction sites.
  • Facade installer, works on external building envelope systems.
  • Site glazier, carries out glazing work across a range of commercial projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Curtain Wall Installation, for those moving into senior or supervisory site roles.
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Fenestration Installation, broadening your skills across windows and doors.
  • CSCS Skilled Worker Card assessment, often the next step once you hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification.
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