The Trowel occupations NVQ level 3 qualification structure below specifies the combination of units that need to be achieved for the individual to be awarded the qualification. The qualification is aimed at bricklayers currently applying their trade in the construction industry.

Gold CSCS Card

On completion of your NVQ qualification, along with passing the relevant CITB HS&E test (within the last 2 years), you will be able to apply for the blue CSCS skilled worker card. 

L3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel Occupations

The structure of this qualification is built up using mandatory units and optional units, Eight mandatory units must be completed and one optional to attain the full credit value of this qualification.

Mandatory Units

Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work
Area in the Workplace


Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working
Relationships in the Workplace


Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace

Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace Erecting Masonry Structures in the Workplace


Setting Out Masonry Structures in the Workplace


Setting Out Complex Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Erecting Complex Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Optional Units

Erecting masonry cladding in the workplace


Erecting thin joint masonry structures in the workplace

Maintaining slate and tile roofing in the workplace


Repairing and maintaining masonry structures in the workplace


Producing internal solid plastering finishes in the workplace


Producing external solid render finishes in the workplace

Placing and finishing non-specialist concrete in the workplace
Installing drainage in the workplace

Evidence Required

Evidence will be gained using a method of assessments. The assessor will carry out site visits to aid with gaining evidence around the national occupational standards. Knowledge based sessions will take place as well as professional discussions and direct observations. Product evidence will also be used from a range of day to day paperwork a supervisor will use to conduct his works.

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