NVQ Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations (Construction)

The competence-based qualification is aimed at experienced workers in floorcovering (Construction Specialist related trades), seeking to develop their competence and improve their skills and knowledge.

The knowledge-based qualification is aimed at new entrants in floorcovering occupations (Construction Specialist related trades), seeking to develop their skills and knowledge.

The qualification is suitable for apprentices, and is registered on the Apprenticeship framework in Construction Specialist (Floorcovering Occupations) at Intermediate (level 2).

These qualifications can lead to employment within the construction industry, particularly through Intermediate level Apprenticeships.

They provide invaluable practical experience to candidates who aspire to the more technical roles in floorcovering.

For candidates aspiring to supervisory positions, the qualifications can also lead to supervisory qualifications including Occupational Work Supervision.

Information regarding the centre approval process is available from SQA's Business Development team.

The structure of this qualification allows for a high degree of flexibility in assessment.

Competence-based Diploma

Direct evidence produced through normal performance in the workplace is the main source of assessment for the Diploma. Forms of direct evidence include: naturally occurring documentary evidence (hard copy and electronic), direct observation of activities, and witness testimony.

For all Units, assessment is based primarily on practical activities and, where possible, holistic assessment is encouraged — particularly the integration of assessment for the mandatory Units covering health and safety and efficient working practices with those covering job-specific activities. For example, preparing surfaces to receive floorcoverings and installing textile, wood and impervious floorcoverings.

The focus should be on assessing activities generated by the whole work experience rather than focusing on specific tasks, or individual Units.

Knowledge-based Diploma

Learners’ knowledge and understanding will be assessed through practical assignments and question-based activities in the training environment.

Holistic assessment is encouraged — particularly the integration of assessment for the mandatory Units covering health and safety, efficient working practices, and moving, handling or storing resources, with those covering job specific activities.

The structure of this qualification allows for a high degree of flexibility its delivery. It is a work-based qualification normally achieved over a period of 12–24 months.

SQA level 2 NVQ (competence based) Diploma in Floorcovering Occupations (Construction)

The level 2 Diploma involves practical work-related tasks ranging from setting out for laying floorcoverings to installing textile, wood and impervious floorcoverings.

Candidates must complete 112 credits drawn from mandatory Units and optional Units. On completion the candidate will have achieved a minimum of 374 guided learning hours.

SQA level 2 (knowledge-based) Diploma in Floorcoverings (Construction)

The level 2 Diploma involves practical work-related tasks and the underpinning knowledge to undertake them effectively, for example installing textile, impervious and wood floorcoverings.

Candidates must complete 56 credits drawn from mandatory Units and optional Units. On completion, the candidate will have achieved a minimum of 560 guided learning hours.  

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Unit and Assessment Specifications and Assessment Guidance for these qualifications are available on SQA's Secure website. These are available from your centre's SQA co-ordinator. For further information, please contact mycentre@sqa.org.uk

Skills Units

Knowledge Units