Build Your Career on Solid Foundations – Become a Qualified Drylining (Finishing / Fixing) with NVQ Level 2!
Already working as a Drylining (Finishing / Fixing) but don’t have a formal qualification? The NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Wall & Floor Tiling is designed for experienced workers to demonstrate competence and secure a nationally recognized certificate.
What is NVQ Level 2 Drylining?
The NVQ Level 2 in Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) is a nationally recognised qualification for tradespeople working in the construction industry. It certifies your ability to install, finish, and fix drylining systems to professional standards, ensuring walls and partitions are safe, durable, and visually flawless
This qualification is ideal if you:
- Have Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) experience but no formal certificate.
- Need proof of competence for employers or contractors.
- Want to apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card
Why Choose B2BNC?
- FastTrack Assessment: We streamline the process to help you achieve certification quickly.
- UK Registered Company: Trusted provider with compliance and credibility.
- Assessor Support: Guidance throughout the evidence collection process.
- Transparent Process: Clear steps, no hidden fees, and straightforward communication.
Course Details
- Duration: Typically 4–6 weeks (assessment dependent)
- Assessment: Remote/ On-site observation of work based portfolio by qualified Assessor
- Eligibility: Must have access to a workplace for assessment evidence
- Accreditation: Nationally recognised
- Outcome: Qualification leads to a Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card
FAQ'S
Competencies Assessed
During the NVQ, assessors will evaluate your ability to carry out Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) tasks safely and effectively. You’ll be required to demonstrate competence in:
- Preparing and fixing plasterboard to walls, ceilings, and partitions
- Installing metal stud partitions and drylining systems
- Applying jointing compounds and finishing techniques
- Measuring, cutting, and shaping boards accurately
- Following health & safety regulations on site
- Delivering high‑quality finishes ready for decoration
- These are skills you already use daily — the NVQ simply validates them with a recognized qualification
Career Outcomes
Completing NVQ Level 2 Dry-lining (Finishing/ Fixing)
- Recognition as a Dry-Lining (Finishing/ Fixing) in the UK construction industry.
- Eligibility for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card.
- Increased employability and access to higher‑paying contracts.
- Progression to NVQ Level 3 Site Supervision or NVQ Level 4 Construction Management.
NVQ Progression in Drylining & Supervision
| Features | NVQ Level 2 Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) | NVQ Level 3 Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) | NVQ Level3 Supervision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Competence in core Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) tasks | Advanced Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) techniques & complex site work | Supervising carpentry teams & site operations |
| Suitable for | Experienced Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) needing formal recognition | Drylining (Finishing/ Fixing) aiming for higher responsibility & advanced projects | Workers moving into leadership or supervisory roles |
| Outcome | Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card | Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card | Gold CSCS Supervisor Card |
| Duration | 4–6 weeks | 6–10 weeks | 6–10 |
| Progression | NVQ Level 3 Carpentry or Site Supervision | Construction Management or Site Supervision | NVQ Level 6 Construction Management |
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