GQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Formwork (Construction)

Who’s this for?

This qualification is aimed at those who are involved in assembling, installing and subsequently removing formwork. It is not expected that candidates working in this industry all do the same activities; the qualification is structured to ensure that there is a high degree of flexibility while still meeting the requirements of the qualification units.

The qualification requires candidates to prove they have the skills and knowledge to work with timber and proprietary formwork systems in accordance with legislation, health and safety guidelines and meet the organisational requirements.

The qualification has been developed in a way that will allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete. The standards cover the most important aspects of the job. This qualification is at Level 2, although some units may be at different levels and should be taken by those who deal with routine assignments. Candidates should require minimum supervision in undertaking the job.

What is required from candidates?

Qualifications are now required to indicate the total qualification time (TQT), this is to show the typical time it will take someone to attain the required skills and knowledge to meet the qualification criteria, this qualification has a TQT of 420 hours.

Qualifications are also required to indicate the number of hours of teaching someone would normally need to receive in order to achieve the qualification. These are referred to as Guided Learning Hours (GLH). The GLH for this qualification is 199.

Accreditation via GQA Qualifications.