Hollie Warren
Managing Director at Portland Training
A NVQ level 6 in Construction Site Management is a prestigious qualification reserved for construction site managers or equivalent roles. Completing a NVQ level 6 in Construction Site Management enables successful candidates to obtain their Black CSCS Card.
Read our guide to find out how you can get qualified in as little as 6 weeks with a NVQ level 6 in construction site management.
What are the Entry Requirements for a NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management?
Technically, there are no official qualifications needed to complete a NVQ level 6 in construction site management. For example, you do not need to hold a NVQ level 3,4 or 5 to do a NVQ level 6.
The only requirement for the NVQ level 6 in Construction Site Management is that you must be employed as a construction site manager or in an equivalent role.
Why do I Need to be Employed to do a NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management?
National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) are work-based assessments of competency and with this, they are generally assessed in a working environment.
All of our construction NVQs are assessed in a real working environment. An experienced assessor will observe you performing your regular duties to ensure they meet the qualification requirements. Essentially, in order to certify that you are proficient as a construction site manager, an assessor must observe you working in the role.
How is the NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management Assessed?
When you book your NVQ level 6 in Construction Site Management, one of our experienced assessors will contact you to discuss what is required from you in terms of your management qualification and answer any questions you may have.
All meetings required for the qualification do not require you to travel anywhere outside of your normal working requirements; an assessor will work with you remotely or come to your place of work.
All of our assessors are seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of the industry; they understand the importance and value of your time and work. We will work with you to ensure that all assessments are undertaken at your convenience, ensuring minimal disruption to your work.
No Classrooms, No Written Work, No time Away from Work
We 100% guarantee that there will be no classrooms, no written work and no time away from work. The assessor will simply gather the required evidence they need from the qualification specifications. Examples of this could include a verbal conversation about a project you are currently managing, where they ask questions to ensure that you are managing the project to the required standard.
How Long Does a NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management Take to Complete?
A NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management can be completed in as little as 6 weeks. However, this is not fixed and the NVQ level 6 can be completed at your convenience. Should you require more time due to commitments or otherwise, the assessor can organise a convenient timescale to ensure that you can get qualified at a pace that works for you.
Essentially, the NVQ level 6 in Construction Site Management has no fixed timescale. If you need your NVQ quickly and are fully committed to getting qualified, our assessor can undertake more sessions with you in a shorter timescale.
If you’re in a rush to get your NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management and your black CSCS card, let us know when enquiring and we’ll work with you to meet your requirements.
Get your Black CSCS Card With the NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management.
You’ve likely heard of a Black CSCS Card if you’re looking to complete a NVQ Level 6 in Construction; it’s the essential certification for any site manager in the United Kingdom. Applying for a CSCS card will cost you £36, however, you must complete the CITB HS&E test beforehand. This will cost you £22.50. You can learn more about this in our article: How Much is a CSCS Card?
To get your black CSCS card you’ll need to:
- Complete a NVQ level 6 in construction
- Pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test for Managers and Professionals
- Apply for your Black CSCS card
Get Started With Your NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management
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