{"product_id":"nvq-level-2-thatching-gem","title":"ProQual NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Roofing Occupations – Thatching","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWho the Level 2 Roofing NVQ (Thatching) is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThatching is a specialist craft, and this pathway lets working thatchers gain a nationally recognised qualification for it without leaving the job to study. It suits thatchers who want formal proof of competence and those who need the blue CSCS Skilled Worker card to work on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the thatching NVQ covers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNVQ, assessed in your workplace by a qualified assessor, with support given remotely or face to face. There is no classroom attendance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible. Fast-track with existing evidence, or take longer if you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe occupational units cover thatching work such as preparing and fixing materials, laying and dressing coats of thatch, and forming ridges and other roof details. Mandatory units on health, safety and welfare and productive working practices complete the qualification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo written test or exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional discussion with your assessor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservation on site, or through video and photo evidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvidence from your everyday work, such as RAMS, job logs and site diaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWitness statements from supervisors or colleagues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction), qualification number 601\/7792\/5, a nationally recognised qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal recognition of a traditional craft skill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to the blue CSCS Skilled Worker card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo college days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds credibility with clients and heritage bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test is included in the package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA temporary CSCS card (or related scheme card) is included if you need one while you complete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour CSCS card (or related scheme card) application is made for you once you achieve the qualification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA free place on a GEM Compliance Training public course, worth up to £179 + VAT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo formal qualifications are needed to start, but you must already be working as a thatcher so your assessor can gather evidence from real jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThatching NVQ FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there an exam for the thatching NVQ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. You are assessed on evidence from your own thatching work, a professional discussion with your assessor and observation on site or through photos and video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the Level 2 thatching NVQ take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no fixed length. Thatchers with evidence ready can fast-track, and others can take longer around their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich CSCS card does it lead to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the qualification lets you apply for the blue CSCS Skilled Worker card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to be working as a thatcher?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The assessment is based on real thatching jobs, so you need to be working in the trade while you complete it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/level-2-nvq-roofing-occupations\"\u003eLevel 2 Roofing NVQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/construction-nvq\"\u003eConstruction NVQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nvq\"\u003eNational Vocational Qualifications (NVQ)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/distance-learning\"\u003eDistance Learning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GEM Compliance Training","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58930814484824,"sku":null,"price":876.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7126\/7672\/files\/GEM_Compliance_Training.png?v=1768231752","url":"https:\/\/www.envicourse.com\/products\/nvq-level-2-thatching-gem","provider":"envicourse.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}