NVQ Level 2 Curtain Walling Course in Wolverhampton

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 Wolverhampton. Classes run at GFTS Wolverhampton, with a mix of online study and time at the centre.

The course confirms you can install curtain wall systems on site. You'll cover different system types and installation environments. Health and safety runs throughout. The course takes around 12 months to complete.

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

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 to install a range of curtain wall systems on site.
  • You'll apply relevant health and safety legislation to your work.
  • You'll follow regulations and guidelines for curtain wall installation.
  • You'll adapt your skills to different system types and installation environments.
  • You'll demonstrate safe working practices throughout the installation process.

How you will learn

This is a blended course. You'll complete some study online and attend the centre for practical assessment. Your work is assessed through a portfolio of evidence gathered on site. An assessor will observe you working and review your evidence. You must be working in the industry to take this course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

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

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Curtain Wall Installation, for those taking on more complex or supervisory work.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Fenestration Installation, a related trade qualification covering windows and doors.
  • CSCS Skilled Worker Card, needed to work on most UK construction sites and supported by this NVQ.