Trowel Occupations (Construction) (6570)

Last Updated: 04 Aug 2022
A Level 2 or 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations is official recognition of the knowledge and skills needed to work in this area of the construction field.

Please note: Due to the implementation of incremental changes to the 6570-02/03 Level 2 and 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) qualification, we have created an amended version. This is available from 1st July 2020 and the qualifications are: 6570-04  Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) and 6570-05 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction).  Funding will be showing on LARS for the new qualifications before September 2020.  Centres may offer either version during this period but it is expected that once funding is updated, centres will offer the amended version.
This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who work or want to work in the construction industry.
Available to deliver in the following:
  • England
  • Wales – please check QiW website for available funding
  • Northern Ireland

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Level 2

Level 2 is ideal if you have some knowledge and basic skills with a trowel - probably from a role where you work under supervision. You want recognition for your skills, giving you the chance to take on more responsibility.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) (6570-04)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

  • Accreditation No: 603/5922/5 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: NVQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 394 - 497 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 670 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £131.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

  • Accreditation No: Data unavailable This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: NVQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 394 - 497 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 670 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/12/2025 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3

Level 3 is ideal if you've worked in the construction industry and have plenty of experience. Your work might involve supervising others or managing resources. You want to develop your skills further and move into a senior role or a position with more responsibility.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) (6570-03)
Last Registration Date: 30 Sep 2020

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

  • Accreditation No: 600/7858/3 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: 150 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 501 - 534 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 1500 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 30/09/2023 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction) (6570-05)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2026 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

  • Accreditation No: 603/5923/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: NVQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 847 - 887 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 1470 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2028 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: £137.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations (Construction)

  • Accreditation No: Data unavailable This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: NVQ This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 847 - 887 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 1470 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/12/2026 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
  • Qualification fees in the UK: TBC, please speak to your Account Manager for further information Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

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