NVQ Level 2 Curtain Walling Course in Wadebridge – GFTS Wadebridge

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

About this course

NVQ Level 2 Curtain Walling Course in Wadebridge. Classes run at GFTS Wadebridge, 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 the qualification is built to reflect the variety of real curtain walling work. You must be working in the industry to enrol. The course typically takes 12 months.

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 learn how to install curtain wall systems on site.
  • You'll understand the different curtain wall system types and their installation requirements.
  • You'll apply relevant health and safety legislation and regulations to your work.
  • You'll develop knowledge of installation environments and how to adapt your approach.
  • You'll demonstrate compliance with industry standards throughout the installation process.

How you will learn

This is a blended Level 2 NVQ curtain walling qualification. You'll complete online study in your own time and attend the centre at GFTS Wadebridge for practical and assessment work. Assessment is competence-based and portfolio-driven, drawing on evidence from your work on site. Your assessor will observe you working and review the evidence you gather.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. GFTS Wadebridge 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 the external envelope of commercial and high-rise buildings.
  • Site glazier, carries out glazing work across a range of construction projects.
  • Fenestration installer, fits windows, doors, and curtain walling systems.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Fenestration Installation, a natural next step for curtain walling specialists moving into senior site roles.
  • NVQ curtain walling classes at a higher level can support a move into supervisory or specialist facade work.
  • A CSCS card application, supported by your NVQ curtain walling certificate, allows you to work on a wider range of commercial sites.