level2 diploma

[joel_87]

hi guys i wondered if anyone can help me . does a level 2 diploma that is the equilavent to the nvq mean u can get the blue cscs skilled tradesmen card. cheers

 

[AliGage]

I wasn't sure. But having just looked it up on the CSCS website it would indicate to get the Blue craft card you would require a VQ level 2 or 3. Unless of course you have been actively in the trade for more than 5 years and can demonstrate what's required. If so you'd be able to achieve the blue card after completing an EWPA (Experience Workers Practical Assessment).

Wall and Floor Tiler | CSCS

 

[The D]

hi guys i wondered if anyone can help me . does a level 2 diploma that is the equilavent to the nvq mean u can get the blue cscs skilled tradesmen card. cheers

in a word NO

 

[joel_87]

so do u think its a year wasted at college then dean ?

 

[AliGage]

It's prehaps a stepping stone into an apprenticeship position?

 

[joel_87]

thing is im 25 got a family 2 kids a house ive been in the building trade for 7 years apprentiship aint an option ive been told that i can gain a nvq by paying for an assessment on site , ive been doing jobs for a building company for a while but its only a couple of jobs here and there i need more regular work .

 

[joel_87]

lol ok i take that with a pinch of salt bud im 25 ive been in the building trade for 7 years since i left school i doubt an apprentiship is the right step for me but thanx for your comments but i think im just going to get the assessor to come out to me on site just thought i might of been able to get out of paying 800 quid for him

 

[AliGage]

In the building trade doing?

 

[prceramics]

you need to be tiling for 5 years

 

[AliGage]

I personally think 5 years is too short, plus the actually practical assessment is out of date. Can't remeber the last time i fitted 6"x6" white ceramics in diamond pattern. Think a bit more knowledge on larger formats and different tile materials is essential nowadays.