This is a mandatory CSCS requirement. CSCS will not issue cards if this information is not provided with the CSCS card application. Interim process from 15 April 2019 (applicable to Occupational Work Supervision only) As you will be aware, CITB SSC and CSCS have stipulated that for these two qualifications ‘learners must demonstrate relevant verifiable experience and competence in their occupational area’. This means that you must now provide details of the specific construction area (endorsement) that the learner was assessed in for their supervision competency. This is set by Hotjar to identify a new user’s first session. It stores a true/false value, indicating whether this was the first time Hotjar saw this user. It is used by Recording filters to identify new user sessions. As mentioned, it is important that all candidates choose the correct NVQ. A candidate should NOT select the NVQ for the role they want to grow into but they SHOULD select the NVQ for the job they have been doing for a minimum of 2 to 3 years.

This cookie is set by Addthis.com. This cookie is used for sharing of links on social media platforms. For further information on the entry requirements for candidates looking to register on the OWS qualifications please visit the following link: https://www.citb.co.uk/media/yl0jyiu0/ows_statement_jul_2021.pdf Progression As a result, there will no longer be a requirement for side letters or endorsements in the current S/NVQs. This decision means that: the individual's experience and competence in their occupational area prior to being registered for the Occupational Work Supervision qualification.We carry out a thorough profiling process (free of charge) with each and every candidate before enrolment to make 100% sure that the qualification is achievable before you start. As an interim approach which is applicable from 1 June 2019, SQA and CSCS have agreed that centres should complete the 'side letter' attached. This should be submitted to CSCS along with any other documentation required by CSCS to provide the relevant card.

This domain of this cookie is owned by agkn. The cookie is used for targeting and advertising purposes.The qualification will develop knowledge and skills in areas such as confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the workplace. Learners can specialise in monitoring progress of work against schedules in the workplace.

The cookie is set by CasaleMedia. The cookie is used to collect information about the usage behavior for targeted advertising. NVQ 3 Unit 3: Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace Useful evidence: specification, method statements, tool box talks, permits to work, RAMS. CITB SSC and CSCS have stipulated that all other CSCS cards must be issued with the relevant unit endorsement to show the piece of Plant, Equipment, Activity or Specialism that the learner has been assessed in. Delivering centres must ensure they have evidence that candidates meet these requirements prior to registering them on this qualification.The Gold Supervisor CSCS card evidences that you have completed a NVQ level 3 with a focus on supervision. For example, you may complete the NVQ level 3 in Occupational Work Supervision or the NVQ level 3 in Construction Contracting Operations. How do I get a Gold CSCS Card? card schemes may no longer have a requirement to show endorsements on cards which should reduce the processes required to contain a card. As one of the UK’s leading construction training providers, we’ve delivered hundreds of NVQ level 3s to construction professionals across the nation. Along the way, we’ve been asked many questions about this qualification by curious construction workers like yourself. We thought we’d put together a list of our most frequently asked questions and provide some information if you’re considering progressing your construction career with a NVQ level 3. What is a NVQ Level 3?

We have since gone through the reaccreditation process for the SVQ to remove the endorsement units. The qualification is now available under group award code: GT1N 23. If an individual is from a different country, their knowledge of the English language could be limited, making it difficult for them to communicate their needs. We have agreed an approach with CSCS to enable learners to receive their CSCS card in light of the new requirements. Ongoing course assessment will apply. Each unit specification gives detailed information on the assessment criteria, assessment (evidence) requirements and guidance on instruments of assessment for the unit. Following consultation with industry, it was clear that while the role carried out by a supervisor was common across a number of occupational areas, to operate effectively an occupational supervisor needed to be competent in the occupational area being supervised. This was to ensure they would bring knowledge and understanding of the specific working practices, quality standards, and health and safety requirements to exercise their duties effectively. It was therefore agreed that, where overarching supervisory qualifications such as OWS were used, it was on the proviso that awarding organisations verify:

Qualifications

This qualification may be available through employers, training providers and colleges and may be offered in England and Wales. The National Working Group (NWG) for OWS has approved any of the following entry requirements for anyone taking the OWS NVQ or SVQ: Technically Yes, you can fail any NVQ. NVQs are competence-based qualifications, they are a recognition of the skills, knowledge and experience that you already have. With that in mind, if you have never ‘done the job’ and don’t have the evidence to prove it, how are you going to answer the question?