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Specialist Tiling NVQ
Specialist Tiling NVQ
The Specialist Tiling NVQ Level 3 assesses tilers working with specialist materials and finishes. Awarded by GQA, 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 tilers working with mosaics, natural stone, specialist adhesive systems and demanding architectural finishes, this pathway recognises specialist craft competence at Level 3.
Evidence comes from your live specialist projects, remotely or on site, typically over 4–8 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | GQA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction) |
| Qualification code | 603/3240/2 |
| 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
Tilers specialising in mosaic, stone or complex architectural tiling at advanced level.
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 Gold CSCS Advanced Craft card with the CSCS HS&E test.
Frequently asked questions
What counts as specialist work?
Mosaics, natural stone, specialist systems and complex architectural details — your assessor confirms scope at enrolment.
Remote assessment possible?
Yes — remote e-portfolio with an on-site option.
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.