NVQ’s & Regulated Qualifications

NVQs, or National Vocational Qualifications, are work-based qualifications designed to demonstrate a learner’s occupational competence. They are typically delivered in the workplace and focus on practical skills relevant to a specific job. NVQs are competency-based, meaning they assess candidates against national occupational standards that outline the skills, knowledge, and understanding needed for a particular job. 

Key features of NVQs:                                                                                                                        

• Work-based:

NVQs are primarily delivered in a real work environment, allowing learners to apply their skills in a practical setting. 

• Competency-based:

Assessment focuses on demonstrating practical skills and knowledge required for a specific job role. 

• Workplace observation:

Assessors observe candidates performing tasks in their actual work environment. 

• Evidence collection:

Candidates gather evidence of their competence through portfolios, witness testimonies, and other relevant documentation. 

• Professional discussions:

Assessors may conduct professional discussions with candidates to assess their understanding and knowledge. 

• National Occupational Standards:

NVQs are based on national occupational standards, ensuring they meet the needs of the relevant industry and employers. 

• Variety of NVQ Levels:

NVQs are available at different NVQ Levels, reflecting increasing NVQ Levels of expertise and responsibility. 

• Wide range of subjects:

Evolve Group TRS Ltd cover a wide range of occupational areas across the construction and utilities industries.  Examples of NVQ,s below.

Construction and Plant / Machinery NVQ’s

• All CPCS and NPORS red card to blue card Upgrades
• NVQ Level 2 Construction Plant Operations (all Plant)
• NVQ Level 2 Highways Operations
• NVQ Level 2 Directional Drilling
• NVQ Level 2 Piling Operations
• NVQ Level 2 Groundworks
• NVQ Level 2 General Construction Operations
• NVQ Level 2 Formwork
• NVQ Level 2 Lifting Operations Slinger/Signaller
• NVQ Level 2 Plant Maintenance
• NVQ Level 3 Plant Maintenance
• NVQ Level 3 Occupational Work Supervision
• NVQ Level 4 Lift Supervisor
• NVQ Level 4 Construction Work Supervision
• NVQ Level 4 & 5 Lifting Operations

Utilities

Gas

• NVQ Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Network Construction Operations (Gas)
• NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations – Service laying (Gas).
• NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations – Main laying (Gas)

Water

• Level 1 Certificate in Network Construction Operations (Water)
• Level 2 Certificate in Network Construction Operations (Water) – Service Layer
• Level 2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations (Water) – Main Layer
• Level 2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations (Water) – Repair and Maintenance

In essence, NVQs and regulated qualifications provide a way for individuals to gain recognized qualifications by demonstrating their practical skills and knowledge in a real work setting. Please get in touch for more information.