Shape Walls, Create Detail – Get Certified with NVQ Level 3 Plastering (Solid/ Fibrous)
For experienced plasterers only – prove your advanced skills through online or onsite assessment, no classroom training required.
Plastering (Solid/Fibrous)?
The NVQ Level 3 in Plastering (Solid & Fibrous) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for professional plasterers who want to demonstrate advanced skills and progress in the construction industry. This qualification is assessment‑only, meaning you prove your competence through workplace evidence and assessor observation—no exams, no classroom study.
It covers both solid plastering (walls, ceilings, rendering) and fibrous plastering (decorative mouldings, cornices, and ornamental work), giving you the flexibility to certify your expertise across traditional and specialist plastering techniques..
This qualification is ideal if you:
- Already hold NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience.
- Want recognition for advanced Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) skills.
- Need the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card for site access and career progression.
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 6–8 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 Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card
FAQ'S
Competencies Assessed
At Level 3, assessors will evaluate your ability to:
- Preparing complex surfaces for solid plastering
- Applying advanced techniques such as float & set, skim coat, and rendering
- Producing fibrous plaster components (mouldings, cornices, decorative features)
- Installing and fixing fibrous plasterwork to specification
- Working with a wide range of materials and finishes
- Planning and organising plastering projects to meet client requirements
- Supervising and mentoring junior plasterers on-site
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations
Unlike Level 2, this qualification highlights advanced craftsmanship and leadership.
Career Outcomes
Completing NVQ Level 3 in Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) can lead to:
- Recognition as an Advanced Craft Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) in the UK construction industry.
- Eligibility for the Gold CSCS Advanced Craft Card.
- Access to higher‑paying contracts and specialist projects.
- Progression to NVQ Level 3 Site Supervision or NVQ Level 4 Construction Management.
NVQ Progression in Wall and Floor Tiling & Supervision
| Features | NVQ Level 2 Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) | NVQ Level 3 Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) | NVQ Level3 Supervision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Competence in core Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) tasks | Advanced Plastering & complex site work | Supervising Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) teams & site operations |
| Suitable for | Experienced Plasterers needing formal recognition | Plasterers 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 Plastering (Solid/Fibrous) or Site Supervision | Construction Management or Site Supervision | NVQ Level 6 Construction Management |
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