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Working Foreman NVQ
Working Foreman NVQ
The Working Foreman NVQ Level 3 assesses foremen running work fronts while remaining on the tools. It leads to the Gold CSCS Supervisor 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 Supervisor card.
Qualification Overview
If you run a work front as foreman — organising labour and materials, liaising with site management, keeping records and driving progress while still working — this pathway evidences your supervisory competence under the Occupational Work Supervision NVQ.
Assessment is evidence-based from your live foreman duties, remotely or on site, typically over 4–8 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision (Construction) |
| Qualification code | 603/5204/8 |
| 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 Supervisor |
Who this NVQ is for
Working foremen across all construction trades who need the NVQ for the Gold CSCS Supervisor card or contract requirements.
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 supervisors test you can apply for the Gold CSCS Supervisor card — the recognised card for working supervisors.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference from the Site Supervisor pathway?
They sit under the same Level 3 qualification — pick the title that matches your role; the assessment standard is the same.
Cost?
£950 fixed, no VAT.
What candidates say
“Fast and efficient, was easily done around work hours. The assessor was on point and made it clear what needed to be done. Would highly recommend anyone after any qualifications to use this service!”
James Coleman — Verified Google review ↗
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Gold CSCS Supervisor card
On completion you can apply for the Gold CSCS Supervisor 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.