ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction)-Concreting

Gain Professional Skills in Concreting

Ofqual Regulated

06 Mandatory Units

315 – 358 GLH

Flexible Online Learning

(TQT): 570 Hours

Assessment Based

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Quick Course Guide

The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction) – Concreting is an Ofqual-regulated qualification aligned with Level 2 of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). It is designed for individuals developing or formally recognising occupational competence in concreting and associated construction activities across the UK construction and civil engineering sectors.

This work-based qualification develops practical competence in key concrete operations, including preparing work areas, handling construction materials, placing and finishing concrete, working with proprietary formwork, and maintaining safe and productive site practices. The qualification also reinforces the importance of following workplace procedures, using appropriate tools and equipment, and complying with relevant health, safety and welfare requirements.

Assessment is evidence-based and assignment-based, allowing the learner to demonstrate knowledge, skills and occupational competence against the requirements of the qualification. The assessment approach is focused on practical construction activities and relevant workplace evidence, helping ensure that achievement reflects the learner’s ability to perform required tasks effectively and safely.

The qualification is particularly relevant to construction and civil engineering environments where concreting and related site operations form part of everyday project delivery. It provides formal recognition of occupational competence and can support career development in concreting, groundworks, civil engineering and wider construction operations. Successful completion can also provide a foundation for progressing to further occupational or specialist construction qualifications.

To enrol in the ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction) – Concreting, learner should meet the following entry requirements:

  • Minimum Age: The learner should normally be at least 16 years old.
  • Educational Background: No formal academic qualification is required. Basic literacy and numeracy skills are recommended to support workplace documentation and assessment activities.
  • Work Experience: Previous construction or concreting experience is not formally required; however, access to a suitable workplace environment is important for demonstrating occupational competence.
  • Prior Knowledge: No specific prior knowledge is required. An initial assessment may be undertaken to identify existing skills, knowledge and any development needs.

Mandatory Units

  • Placing and finishing concrete in the workplace
  • Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace
  • Erecting and striking proprietary formwork in the workplace
  • Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
  • Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace

Optional Units

  • Preparing, mixing and distributing concrete and mortars in the workplace
  • Reinstating ground condition in the workplace
  • Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace
  • Erecting and dismantling access/working platforms in the workplace
  • Cutting, drilling and shaping construction related materials in the workplace
  • Laying, placing or applying construction related materials in the workplace
  • Preparing and mixing construction related materials in the workplace
  • Installing, maintaining and removing temporary excavation support in the workplace
  • Identifying and marking the location of utilities apparatus and sub-structures in the workplace
  • Preparing and operating forward tipping dumpers to receive, transport and discharge materials in the workplace
  • Preparing and operating ride-on rollers to compact materials in the workplace
  • Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace
  • Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
  • Controlling, directing and guiding the operation of plant or machinery in the workplace
  • Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace
  • Locating and excavating to expose buried utility services in the workplace

The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction) – Concreting may be suitable for learner who:

  • Wants to develop or formally recognise practical concreting skills.
  • Works in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or related site environments.
  • Carries out concrete placing, spreading, compacting or finishing activities.
  • Is involved in proprietary formwork installation and removal.
  • Wants a UK-regulated qualification that recognises occupational competence.
  • Needs formal recognition of existing workplace construction skills.
  • Wants to strengthen practical knowledge of construction health, safety and welfare.
  • Is developing a career as a concrete operative or construction operative.
  • Wants to improve competence in safe and productive construction practices.
  • Works on residential, commercial, industrial or infrastructure construction projects.
  • Wants to progress towards higher-level construction or civil engineering qualifications.
  • Prefers evidence-based and assignment-based assessment rather than a traditional examination.
  • Can access a suitable workplace environment where relevant occupational competence can be demonstrated.
  • Wants to build a long-term career in concreting and construction operations.
  • Seeks a structured qualification pathway supporting progression into more advanced construction responsibilities.

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