Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations is a competence-based construction NVQ awarded by GQA (a CITB-approved centre). Assessed entirely in your workplace via remote e-portfolio — no exams, nationwide. 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.

Awarding bodyGQA (CITB-approved)

Qualification No.601/8330/5

Level2

Typical completion4–8 weeks

DeliveryRemote or on-site assessment + e-portfolio, nationwide

Price
£750

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Qualification Overview

Qualification Structure

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations is built from mandatory and optional units. You complete all mandatory units, plus optional units chosen to match your pathway.

Mandatory units Required — all 6

You must complete all 6 mandatory units.

Unit no.	Unit title	Level	Credit
A/507/9560	Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace	1	2
F/507/9561	Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace	2	3
J/507/9562	Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace	2	5
K/508/0364	Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on	2	18
M/508/0365	Installing Roof Sheeting and Cladding Systems in the Workplace	2	20
T/508/0366	Installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls in the	2	13

Optional units Choose to suit your pathway

Select and complete the optional units chosen with your assessor to match the tasks you carry out on site.

Unit no.	Unit title	Level	Credit
F/508/0368	Preparing and operating ergonomic manipulating machines to lift and transfer	2	11
T/508/0397	Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace	2	10
M/508/0446	Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs, walls or rainscreen systems in the	2	22
Y/508/0442	Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls, including rainscreen,	2	20
D/508/0443	Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in	2	14
H/508/0444	Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in	2	12
K/508/0445	Installing solar collectors to roofs in the workplace	2	6

Qualification facts

Qualification number (QAN): 601/8330/5
Total credits: 67
Assessment method: Portfolio of Evidence (workplace observation, witness testimony, professional discussion and knowledge questions)

Available pathways (3)

This qualification is delivered as GQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction) — a single competence-based NVQ with a choice of specialist pathways. You qualify in the pathway that matches the work you already do on site, assessed by remote e-portfolio. Available pathways include Cladding MEWP Operative, Cladding Repair / Refurbishment, Rainscreen Installer, Rainwater Goods Installer, Roof Sheeting Installer, Solar Collector Installer, Wall Cladding Installer.

Cladding MEWP Operative
Cladding Repair / Refurbishment
Rainscreen Installer
Rainwater Goods Installer
Roof Sheeting Installer
Solar Collector Installer
Wall Cladding Installer

Popular routes include boom lift, scissor lift, mewp for cladding, repair cladding, refurb cladding, rainscreen, gutters, downpipes, rainwater goods, roof sheeting. Tell us your trade and we’ll confirm the right pathway and CSCS card outcome (Blue CSCS Skilled Worker).

Entry requirements

You are already doing the work day to day, as an employee or self-employed. There are no entry qualifications and no exams — you are assessed on the job you already do.

To start Level 2 qualification you need:

A relevant job to be assessed in. This is a competence qualification, so you must have access to real work of the right type while you are registered. No workplace, no evidence.
Proof of identity — a passport, driving licence or similar, as the awarding body requires.
A National Insurance number, so we can obtain your Unique Learner Number.
Enough English to explain your work to your assessor and to talk through your evidence.
A device with a camera — a phone is fine. Evidence is photos and short videos of your own work, uploaded to your e-portfolio.

You do not need: any prior qualification, any classroom attendance, or to sit an exam. Assessment is entirely in your workplace via a remote e-portfolio, nationwide.

Tell us about any support need, disability or learning difficulty when you enrol and we will arrange reasonable adjustments — it does not affect whether you can take the qualification.

The awarding body sets the final entry criteria for each qualification. If you are not sure whether your current role gives you the right evidence, ask us before you book — we would rather tell you honestly than register you for something you cannot complete.

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 601/8330/5 standards.
Certification, then apply to CSCS for your card.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Cladding Occupations NVQ take?

Most learners complete in 4–8 weeks, depending on how quickly workplace evidence is gathered.

Are there any exams?

No. This is a competence-based qualification assessed through workplace evidence, observation and professional discussion.

Is funding available?

CITB-registered employers can claim an achievement grant. See our funding guide for details.

Choose your pathway

This qualification is assessed against your actual job role — pick the pathway page that matches yours: