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Brush & Roller Coatings NVQ
Brush & Roller Coatings NVQ
The Brush & Roller Coatings NVQ Level 2 assesses applicators of surface coatings by brush and roller in their normal work. Awarded by GQA on the Decorative Finishing pathway, it leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card. It costs £750 fixed with no VAT, typically takes 4–8 weeks with assessment carried out remotely or on site from your normal work — no exams, no classroom, and leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card.
Qualification Overview
For operatives applying protective and decorative coatings by brush and roller — on steelwork, walls, floors or specialist surfaces — this pathway recognises coating application competence where a full decorating pathway is not the right fit.
Assessment is evidence-based from your real work, remotely or on site, typically over 4–8 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | GQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing (Construction) |
| Qualification code | 610/0053/X |
| Level | 2 |
| Awarding body | GQA |
| Typical completion | 4–8 weeks |
| Assessment | Remote or on-site evidence — no exams, no classroom |
| Typical CSCS route | Blue CSCS Skilled Worker |
Who this NVQ is for
Coatings applicators working with brush- and roller-applied systems who need a recognised qualification for carding.
Entry requirements
You need to be working in the role (or able to evidence recent competent work) so an assessor can gather real workplace evidence. No exams and no classroom — your day-to-day work is the evidence.
CSCS card route
On completion you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card with the CSCS HS&E test.
Frequently asked questions
Is spray application covered?
This pathway covers brush and roller application; talk to us about your work mix and we will confirm the right pathway.
Do I need qualifications to start?
No prior qualifications — you need to be doing the work so it can be evidenced.
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card
On completion you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card, proving competence in your trade.
Your NVQ pathway
- Level 2 Skilled
- Level 3 Advanced
- Level 4 Supervisor
- Level 5 Senior Supervisor
- Level 6 Manager
Your current qualification is highlighted. Progress up the pathway as your career develops.
How the e-portfolio assessment works
- Enrol and be assigned a dedicated occupational assessor.
- Gather workplace evidence — photos, videos, witness statements — via our online portal.
- Complete a professional discussion and observations against the 610/0052/9 standards.
- Certification, then apply to CSCS for your card.