ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Land Drilling Operations: Land Driller

Build Your Land Drilling Career

Ofqual Regulated

04 Mandatory Units + 3 Pathway Units

177 GLH

Flexible Online Learning

(TQT): 570 Hours

Assessment Based

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The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Land Drilling Operations: Land Driller is an Ofqual-regulated qualification positioned at Level 2 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Awarded by ProQual Awarding Body, the qualification is designed for individuals developing or demonstrating occupational competence in land drilling operations across construction, ground investigation, geotechnical and related industries.

The qualification focuses on the practical knowledge, skills and workplace competence required to carry out land drilling activities safely and effectively. It covers areas associated with contributing to drilling programmes, establishing and maintaining safe work areas, preparing for drilling activities, operating drilling equipment and completing drilling work in accordance with specified requirements. The qualification enables learner to demonstrate competence through authentic workplace evidence rather than relying solely on theoretical study.

The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Land Drilling Operations: Land Driller is accredited onto the RQF and provides a recognised progression route towards discipline-related qualifications within the construction sector. The qualification specification has been approved by the Welsh Government for use by centres in Wales and by the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) for use by centres in Northern Ireland.

Assessment is evidence-based and assignment-based, with learner required to compile appropriate evidence demonstrating achievement of the qualification requirements. Evidence may include workplace observations, assignments, reports, professional discussions, witness testimony, work products and other valid assessment evidence, depending on the requirements of the relevant units.

The qualification provides a structured route for individuals seeking to strengthen their occupational competence in land drilling. It can support career development in drilling operations, ground investigation, geotechnical work, construction and related site-based activities while providing a foundation for further qualifications and professional development within the construction sector.

To enrol in the ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Land Drilling Operations: Land Driller, learner should meet the following entry requirements:

  • Minimum Age: Learner should normally be at least 16 years old.
  • Educational Background: No specific formal academic qualification is required; basic literacy and numeracy skills are beneficial.
  • Work Experience: Previous or current experience in land drilling, construction, ground investigation or a related workplace is recommended to provide suitable opportunities for competence-based assessment.
  • Prior Knowledge: Learner should have a basic understanding of workplace health and safety, drilling activities, site procedures and the safe use of tools and equipment.

Mandatory Units

  • Contributing to the Specified Drilling Programme in the Workplace
  • Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace
  • Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
  • Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace

Pathway Units – Mandatory

  • Providing for and Maintaining the Security of the Work and Environment Surrounding the Drilling Area in the Workplace
  • Drilling and Completing Holes to the Drilling Specification Programme in the Workplace

Optional Units – 1 Unit

  • Reinstating Ground Condition in the Workplace
  • Carrying Out Checks and/or Basic Maintenance on Plant or Machinery in the Workplace
  • Preparing and Operating Specialised Powered Tools and Equipment in the Workplace
  • Setting Out Secondary Dimensional Work Control in the Workplace
  • Slinging and Signalling the Movement of Loads (Secondary Role) in the Workplace

The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Land Drilling Operations: Land Driller may be suitable for learner who wants to develop or formally demonstrate occupational competence in land drilling operations.

This qualification could be the right choice if learner:

  • Works as a land driller or drilling operative and wants formal recognition of existing skills.
  • Is working towards a career in land drilling, ground investigation or construction drilling.
  • Works with drilling rigs, equipment, tools and related site machinery.
  • Wants to demonstrate practical competence through workplace-based assessment.
  • Is involved in drilling activities within construction or geotechnical environments.
  • Wants to develop safer and more effective drilling practices.
  • Needs a recognised qualification to support career development within the construction sector.
  • Can access a suitable workplace where relevant drilling activities can be observed and assessed.
  • Is comfortable collecting workplace evidence, completing assignments and maintaining an assessment portfolio.
  • Wants to progress towards further construction or specialist drilling qualifications.
  • Works under the supervision of experienced drilling personnel and is developing greater occupational responsibility.
  • Wants to strengthen knowledge of drilling procedures, work area protection and productive working practices.
  • Is seeking a competence-based alternative to a purely classroom-focused qualification.
  • Wants to build a documented record of practical drilling competence.
  • Plans to develop a long-term career in land drilling, ground investigation, geotechnical operations or related construction activities.

Because this is an NVQ, access to suitable workplace activities is particularly important. The qualification is most appropriate for learner who can provide authentic evidence of competence in the required land drilling activities.

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