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  • Employer Networks - This NVQ can be 70% funded under Employer Network
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NVQ

Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Specialist Concrete Operations

This level 2 Specialist Concerete Operations NVQ diploma is for those who work with concrete using various methods.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Specialist Concrete Operations (Construction)

About This Qualification

Qualification title
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Specialist Concrete Operations (Construction)

Occupation
Specialist Concrete Installer

The Specialist Concrete Operations NVQ is for those who work with concrete using various methods such as a concrete repairer, Spray concreter, In Situ Flooring: (concrete), Specialist Operative: Sprayed Concrete, Concrete Repairer, Concrete Driller & Sawer, In Situ Flooring : Screeding​ who want to prove their competence.

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Eligible For Grant & Funding

This NVQ is eligible to claim the CITB Short Qualification Grant. If you are a CITB-registered employer and up-to-date with your Levy returns, then £600 can be claimed upon completion of the NVQ.
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Duration: 2 to 3 visits

Location: On-site assessment and/or remote

Cost: Price on calling

Dates: On-site assessment

Accreditation: OFQUAL Certification

Occupation: Construction Operations Concrete Repair, Specialist Operations Spray Concrete, Specialist Concrete Operative, In Situ Flooring Cementitious Screeding, In Situ Flooring Resin Screed, In Situ Flooring Concrete, In Situ Flooring Concrete Plant Operator, Substrate Preparation And Profiling, Specialist Concrete Operative

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Success Rate

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Delegates completed their NVQs with us in 2024

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Eligible for CITB Short Qualification Grant

Qualification Structure

Candidates must achieve 39 credits by completing all of the mandatory units and one pathway.
Learners may also complete additional units, but these will not be counted towards the qualification.

Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
A/503/1170Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace127
J/503/1169Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace2310
F/503/1171Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace2517
T/503/9560Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace21033

Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete all Mandatory units.
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
L/600/6820Surveying Degraded Concrete Structures in the Workplace21653
Y/600/6822Applying Materials to Repair Concrete in the Workplace21447

Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete all Mandatory units.
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
M/600/6826Preparing Substrate for Sprayed Concrete in the Workplace21240
T/503/9915Providing Structural Support by Sprayed Concrete in the Workplace21653

Mandatory Units
Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
F/600/6829Preparing Backgrounds Prior to Laying Decorative Concrete in the Workplace21240
F/600/6832Placing Concrete and Producing a Decorative Finish in the Workplace

Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required:

  • Imprinted Exposed aggregate
  • 21860
    L/600/8101Setting Out Secondary Dimensional Work Control in the Workplace

    Unit Endorsements: The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Decorative Concrete
  • 2827
    M/503/9623Installing Street Ironwork in the Workplace (metal, plastic, concrete and composite materials)2930

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    Y/600/6836Reshaping using hand sawing techniques in the workplace Includes

    Unit Endorsements: The following endorsement required:

  • Angle Grinder

    Plus one of the following endorsements required:

  • Power saw
  • Ring saw
  • Chasing machine
  • Chainsaw

    Plus form saw cuts in at least one from:

  • Concrete
  • Masonry
  • Stone
  • Asphalt
  • 22170
    Y/600/6920Forming drill holes or core in the structural fabric (diamond core bits) in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Hand held diamond core or drill
  • Static drill rig diamond core
  • Trailer rig diamond core
  • Percussive drill
  • 21860

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    Y/600/6836Reshaping using hand sawing techniques in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: The following endorsement required:

  • Angle Grinder

    Plus one of the following endorsements required:

  • Power saw
  • Ring saw
  • Chasing machine
  • Chainsaw

    Plus form saw cuts in at least one from:

  • Concrete
  • Masonry
  • Stone
  • Asphalt
  • 22170
    D/600/6921Forming saw cuts in structural fabric material in the workplace Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required: Push along floor saw Self-propelled floor saw Diamond-bladed track saw21860

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    Y/600/6836Reshaping using hand sawing techniques in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: The following endorsement required:

  • Angle Grinder

    Plus one of the following endorsements required:

  • Power saw
  • Ring saw
  • Chasing machine
  • Chainsaw

    Plus form saw cuts in at least one from:

  • Concrete
  • Masonry
  • Stone
  • Asphalt
  • 22170
    Y/600/6920Forming drill holes or core in the structural fabric (diamond core bits) in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Hand held diamond core or drill
  • Static drill rig diamond core
  • Trailer rig diamond core
  • Percussive drill
  • 21860
    D/600/6921Forming saw cuts in structural fabric material in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

  • Push along floor saw
  • Self-propelled floor saw
  • Diamond-bladed track saw
  • 21963

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    K/600/6999Preparing and inspecting substrates prior to laying screed floors in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Cementitious substrates
  • Insulated areas
  • Membranes
  • Areas with heating systems
  • Ducted areas
  • 22170
    D/600/7003Laying screed floors in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required:

  • Cementitious screeds
  • Flowable screeds
  • 21860

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    M/600/7006Laying resin floors in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required:

  • Resin coatings
    Plus two endorsements from: floor seals, floor coatings or high build floor coatings

  • Resin self-smoothing
    Plus two endorsements from multi-layer flooring, flow applied flooring or heavy duty flowable flooring Resin screeds
  • 21653
    D/618/3212Repairing, preparing and inspecting substrates prior to laying resin floors in the workplace21447

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    T/600/7007Preparing areas for concrete flooring in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Substrate preparation
  • Timber formwork erection
  • Proprietary formwork erection
  • Reinforcement installation Membranes installation
  • 21447
    F/600/7009Placement of in situ concrete flooring in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Chute Elephants trunk
  • Skip
  • Pump
  • Mono rail
  • Manual
  • 21343

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    T/600/7007Preparing areas for concrete flooring in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Substrate preparation
  • Timber formwork erection
  • Proprietary formwork erection
  • Reinforcement installation Membranes installation
  • 21963
    F/600/7012Applying surface finishes to concrete flooring in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Tamped
  • Brushed
  • Hand-float
  • Pedestrian power float
  • Ride-on power float
  • 21963

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    J/601/1580Preparing and Operating Ride-on Topping Spreaders to Distribute Materials in the Workplace230100
    T/650/4190Preparing and operating ride-on laser screeders to level concrete in the workplace2' 30133

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    H/618/3213Operating plant or machinery to prepare, profile and finish substrates for specified materials in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Grinder
  • Planning machine
  • Sander
  • Polisher
  • Scabbler
  • Tile stripper
  • Captive/enclosed shotblast machine
  • Vacuum machine
  • Filtration systems
  • 21550

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    T/600/7007Preparing areas for concrete flooring in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Substrate preparation
  • Timber formwork erection
  • Proprietary formwork erection
  • Reinforcement installation Membranes installation
  • 21653
    K/618/3214Jacking-up acoustic floating floors in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required:

  • Rubber systems
  • Spring systems
  • 21447

    Mandatory Units
    Unit Ref.TitleLevelCredit ValueGLH
    D/615/4986Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Chute
  • Elephants trunk
  • Skip
  • Pump
  • Mono-rail
  • Manual
  • 22067
    A/600/7140Erecting insulating concrete formwork structures in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required:

  • Basement structures below ground level
  • Single storey structures above ground level
  • Multi-storey structures above ground level
  • 22055

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you have questions about this NVQ? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

    The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Specialist Concrete Operations is a vocational qualification designed for individuals working in the concrete industry, focussing on specialised concrete operations.

    This qualification is suitable for individuals employed in roles such as concrete operatives or concrete finishers who want to validate their skills and knowledge in specialised concrete operations.

    Completing the ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma can lead to improved job opportunities, higher pay, and increased job security within the concrete industry. It also demonstrates your expertise and commitment to quality standards.

    This qualification can open doors to various roles within the concrete industry, including concrete specialist, site supervisor, or construction manager. It may also pave the way for further qualifications and career advancement.

    Yes, you can be eligible for the CSCS Blue Skilled Workers card, as long as you have completed the relevant Operative Health and Safety Test within 2 years of applying for the card. Please contact Workforce Skills Support for further CSCS experienced and trainee card information.

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