About the Cladding NVQ

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations is a nationally recognised NOCN qualification for professionals working with sheeting, cladding, and rainscreen systems on construction sites. It certifies your competence in installing, repairing, and refurbishing cladding on roofs and walls, ensuring you meet current industry and safety standards.

This NVQ is the ideal route to obtaining your Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card and progressing in your cladding career.

How to Get Your Blue CSCS Card

To apply for a Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, you must complete a Level 2 NVQ like this one in Cladding Occupations and pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test. This qualification confirms that you’re competent, compliant, and ready to work on any UK construction site.

Contact us today to start your NVQ and secure your Blue CSCS Card and begin your construction career.

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Level 2 NVQ Diploma -Site Logistics

Title Credit Value Level
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace 2 Level 1
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace 3 Level 2
Installing Sheeting and Cladding Rainwater Goods on Roofs and Walls in the Workplace 13 Level 2
Installing Sheeting and Cladding Systems on Roofs and Walls in the Workplace 20 Level 2
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace 5 Level 2
Preparing Resources for the Installation of Sheeting and Cladding Materials on Roofs and Walls in the Workplace 18 Level 2
Title Credit Value Level
Installing Solar Collectors to Roofs in the Workplace 6 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Boom-type Mobile Elevating Work Platforms – MEWP – in the Workplace 14 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Ergonomic Manipulating Machines to Lift and Transfer Loads in the Workplace 11 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Scissor-type Mobile Elevating Work Platforms – MEWP – in the Workplace 12 Level 2
Refurbishing Sheeting and Cladding on Roofs, Walls or Rainscreen Systems in the Workplace 22 Level 2
Repairing Sheeting and Cladding Systems on Roofs and Walls (including Rainscreen) in the Workplace 20 Level 2
Slinging and Hand Signalling the Movement of Suspended Loads in the Workplace 10 Level 2

Cladding NVQ FAQs

This NVQ covers the installation, preparation, repair, and refurbishment of sheeting and cladding systems, including associated rainwater goods and safety equipment.

Yes. Completing this NVQ is a recognised route to gaining the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, confirming your professional competence in cladding operations.

Yes. It is assessed onsite while you work, allowing you to gain the qualification without attending classroom sessions or taking time off the job.

  • Obtain an NVQ Level 6: Complete an NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management, demonstrating your skills and knowledge.
  • Get a Black CSCS Card: Achieve the NVQ Level 6 qualification to be eligible for the Black CSCS card, which is necessary for Managing onsite.
  • Meet Additional Requirements: Fulfil other requirements, such as relevant work experience and passing the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment Test.

If you or your employer is registered with CITB, you may be eligible for NVQ funding. Get in touch with Think Construction Skills for expert support on funding applications and eligibility.

A Level 2 NVQ in construction, including the Level 2 Diploma in Cladding Occupations, is equivalent to five GCSEs (grades A-C / 9-4)* in the UK education system. It is a recognised industry qualification for skilled tradespeople. Read more about NVQ Level 2 qualifications on our Construction NVQ Level 2 page.

See our NVQ equivalence chart here.

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