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Commercial Tiler NVQ
Commercial Tiler NVQ
The Commercial Tiler NVQ Level 2 assesses tilers on commercial projects in their normal work. Awarded by GQA on the Wall & Floor Tiling 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 tilers on commercial contracts — retail, leisure, healthcare and framework projects — where carded, qualified operatives are required, this pathway evidences production tiling at commercial scale and specification.
Assessment is gathered from your live sites remotely or on site, typically over 4–8 weeks, with no time off the tools.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | GQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction) |
| Qualification code | 610/0051/8 |
| 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
Tilers working for contractors on commercial projects requiring carded operatives.
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
Will main contractors accept this?
The NVQ is the standard qualification behind the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card most main contractors require.
How long does it take?
Typically 4–8 weeks alongside normal work.
What candidates say
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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.