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Kerbing & Paving — Highways NVQ
Kerbing & Paving — Highways NVQ
The Kerbing & Paving — Highways NVQ Level 2 assesses operatives laying kerbs, channels and modular paving on the highway. 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 setting out and laying kerbs, channels, edgings and modular paving on footways and carriageways, this pathway evidences your competence under the Highways Maintenance NVQ.
Evidence comes from your live kerbing and paving work, remotely or on site, typically over 4–8 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction Operations and Civil Engineering — Highways Maintenance |
| Qualification code | 601/8294/5 |
| 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
Kerb layers and paving operatives on highways contracts seeking formal recognition and the Blue CSCS card.
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
With this Level 2 NVQ plus the CITB HS&E operatives test you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card — proof of qualified status on any UK site.
Frequently asked questions
Machine-lay kerbing counts?
Yes — mechanical kerb laying and manual installation can both form part of your evidence.
Cost?
£750 fixed, no VAT.
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.