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Level 6 NVQ  Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying

Utility Mapping

and Surveying

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying

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About NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Utility Mapping and Surveying

Qualification Title
Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Utility Mapping and Surveying
Target Audience - Occupation
Trainee surveyors or technicians in a surveying or construction environment
Purpose
The Level 3 Certificate in Utility Mapping and Surveying is appropriate for those working in a surveying environment, for example, trainee surveyors or technicians or those entering the surveying profession. The units cover topics relating to the location and mapping of underground utilities and include colour coding of underground services, regulations and guidelines relating to the location of buried services, reading maps and drawings, carrying out surveys and reporting.

The qualification units cover provision of surveys meeting some of the requirements of a PAS128 Survey at Quality Levels D & C.

The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body and the regulatory body is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). The specification for these qualifications has been approved by the Welsh Government for use by centres in Wales and by the Council for the Curriculum Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) for use by centres in Northern Ireland.

This qualification has been accredited onto the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), and is a pre-requisite for progression to Level 5 and 6 qualifications in ProQual’s Utility Mapping and Surveying qualifications suite.

What this NVQ involves

Our assessor schedules the appointments with the candidate at times that work for both parties.

Since NVQs are candidate-led, they can be completed swiftly once the majority of the evidence has been acquired for the proposed evidence list, a copy of which we've provided. After the evidence is gathered (by email), the NVQ can be completed quickly in two to three sessions, lasting a few hours each, as long as the candidate can set aside time for the professional follow-up discussion to go over all of the given evidence.

The follow-up professional discussion can be completed face-to-face or remotely.

1st visit – Induction, planning

2nd visit – discuss evidences, identify shortfall of evidences

3rd – visit – Discuss new evidences, cover shortfall in questions (if required) - completed

Key Course Details

Duration: See section "What This NVQ Involves"

Location: Work-based, on-site assessment, and/or remote

Cost: £1,150 + VAT, or, CITB Short Qualification Grant - £550 + VAT

Dates: On-site assessment

Accreditation: OFQUAL Certification

Card Occupation: Trainee Surveyor or Technicians

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Workforce Skills have carried out NVQ training for our company. The whole experience went very smoothly. All the staff were extremely helpful. The NVQs were completed quickly without any problems. We would highly recommend this company for your training needs.

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Who It's For
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Funding Route
Short Qualification Grant (£600)

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Net Cost to You

£1,150 + VAT

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Not CITB Levy Registered Companies

Funding Route
No CITB Grant Available

*Funding is subject to CITB eligibility

Qualification Structure

Candidates must complete all units.

Candidates must complete 2 mandatory units.
Unit codeTitleLevel
Y/507/1367Utility identification/site reconnaissance3
H/507/1369Carry out desktop surveys and communicate findings3
Why take this NVQ

Benefits of the NVQ Level 3 Certificate In Utility Mapping And Surveying

  • Eligible for a  CSCS Gold Card. Before you apply, you will need to have passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment test within the last 2 years
  • CITB Grant Eligible for CITB levy registered companies
  • For CITB levy registered companies this NVQ is grant eligible for £600 CITB Short Qualification Grant
  • Demonstrates that you are highly qualified for your role - Trainee Surveyor or Technicians
  • You earn a lifetime qualification and improves your job advancement chances
  • Workforce skills Support are a CITB Training Provider Network (TPN) Approved Member - our courses are eligible for CITB Employer Networks funding and where assured standards exist our courses are delivered to this standard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this NVQ? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

A level 3 qualification in Utility Mapping and Surveying is a work-based qualification that is equivalent to A Levels, National Diplomas, T Levels, and Advanced Apprenticeships.

The NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying is a work based qualification that demonstrates that you are qualified in your job role. It is aimed at individuals who are working trainee surveyors or technicians in the construction industry. It is a lifetime qualification that does not need to be renewed.

Completing the NVQ Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying can lead to a range of career opportunities within the surveying or construction environment. Graduates can adopt work roles such as Utility Surveyor, Utility Detection Technician, Junior Utility Surveyor or Trainee Surveyor.

The NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying is a recognised qualification in the construction industry and can help candidates advance their careers. It demonstrates that the candidate has the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and manage site projects effectively and safely.

The entry requirements for this level 3 qualification requires that you have knowledge and experience in the industry and that you are actively doing the job. If you have years of experience but have no formal qualifications, this is the work-based qualification that can evidence your experience.

The level 3 qualification is work based. 

Our assessor schedules the appointments with the candidate at times that work for both parties.

Since NVQs are candidate-led, they can be completed swiftly once the majority of the evidence has been acquired for the proposed evidence list, a copy of which we've provided. After the evidence is gathered (by email), the NVQ can be completed quickly in two to three sessions, lasting a few hours each, as long as the candidate can set aside time for the professional follow-up discussion to go over all of the given evidence.

The follow-up professional discussion can be completed face-to-face or remotely.

1st visit – Induction, planning

2nd visit – discuss evidences, identify shortfall of evidences

3rd – visit – Discuss new evidences, cover shortfall in questions (if required) - completed

The level 3 Certificate in Utility Mapping and Surveying is assessed through a combination of on-the-job assessment and portfolio building. Learners will need to provide evidence of their knowledge, skills, and competence in a range of construction contracting areas, such as health and safety, project planning, procurement, and budgeting.

Yes, you can be eligible for the CSCS Gold card, as long as you have completed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment test within 2 years of applying for the card.

Please visit our All NVQ page to find your relevant occupation and required NVQ.

Yes, this Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Utility Mapping and Surveying is accredited by ProQual.