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Panel Systems / Soldiers & Walings NVQ
Panel Systems / Soldiers & Walings NVQ
The Panel Systems / Soldiers & Walings NVQ Level 3 assesses formwork carpenters erecting engineered panel formwork and support systems. It leads to the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft card. It costs £950 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 Gold CSCS Advanced Craft card.
Qualification Overview
For formworkers erecting panel formwork systems with soldiers, walings, ties and push-pull props to line, level and pour pressure requirements, this pathway evidences advanced formwork competence at Level 3.
Evidence comes from your live formwork erection and striking, remotely or on site, typically over 4–8 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Formwork (Construction) |
| Qualification code | 610/7906/6 |
| Level | 3 |
| Awarding body | GQA |
| Typical completion | 4–8 weeks |
| Assessment | Remote or on-site evidence — no exams, no classroom |
| Typical CSCS route | Gold CSCS Advanced Craft |
Who this NVQ is for
Experienced formwork carpenters on engineered panel systems seeking the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft 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 3 NVQ plus the CITB HS&E test you can apply for the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft card — recognition of advanced craft competence.
Frequently asked questions
Which panel systems count?
Any proprietary engineered panel system — with associated soldiers, walings and tying arrangements — can form your evidence.
Cost?
£950 fixed, no VAT.
What candidates say
“Excellent service, really professional. Recently completed my level 2 NVQ in formwork — completed efficiently, would highly recommend.”
Nigel Brownlow — Verified Google review ↗
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft card
On completion you can apply for the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft 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.