ONE CARD - TWO OPERATIONS
Advanced Craft GOLD CSCS CARD – is for those who have gained advanced knowledge of a specific discipline within the construction sector. It applies to all NVQs Level 3 and includes professions such as:
Supervisory GOLD CSCS CARD– This gold CSCS card is for workers taking the position of site supervisor on a construction site. It applies to the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision and all Level 4 NVQs.
- AT WATAHA WE ARE HAPPY TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH YOUR CAREER DECISION PROCESS IF YOU ARE A SUPERVISOR, ADVANCED WORKER OR IN ANY DIFFERENT CONSTRUCTION POSITION.
SOME FACTS ABOUT A GOLD CSCS CARD:
NVQ 3 in Occupational Work Supervision is more trade-specific and covers supervisory roles for individual trades, for instance, painters’ supervisor or formworkers’ supervisor.
The role of the supervisor will always involve managing the work of others to ensure they are carrying out their jobs correctly, efficiently and safely.
The role usually involves carrying out key health and safety practices such as performing site checks and inspections. In the majority of cases, supervisors will report directly to a manager, and work to the specifications set by them.
- AS AN INDUSTRY STANDARD, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU OBTAIN SSSTS TRAINING ALONGSIDE WITH YOUR SUPERVISORY CARD.
THE PROCESS OF APPLICATION FOR A GOLD CSCS CARD IN THREE STEPS Level 3 or 4 NVQ diploma in a specific trade.
Get the NVQ for workers with advanced knowledge and experience in a specific trade.
Gain the NVQ for workers with an advanced knowledge and experience in a specific trade.
After the initial assessment with the assessor, you’ll be given the workbook to fill in and deliver a witness statement.
It’s a requirement to have a valid HSE test ( from the last 5 years) when applying for a new CSCS card.
Please allow up to 14 working days to proceed your qualification by CITB and CSCS center. Having these two documents you can apply for a CSCS card in the CSCS center and receive it via post.
- 01 REGISTER WITH WATAHA FOR A LEVEL 1 AWARD
- 02 HAVE A VALID HS & E TEST PASSED AN THE CITB CENTER
- 03 RECEIVE THE GREEN CSCS CARD VIA POST.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION A GREEN CSCS CARD
To get your hands on a CSCS Gold Card, applicants need to be working in a supervisor role, and complete a relevant NVQ of Level 3, 4 or 5. NVQs are qualifications which learners work towards over a length of time while on the job. This ensures their learning has substantial practical experience as well as theoretical knowledge.
In addition, applicants must complete the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test within the past two years. This is a short multiple-choice test which quizzes applicants of their basic knowledge of on-site health and safety.
The duration of NVQ Level 3 and 4 in construction varies depending on your experience, available time to study and learning style. However, you can typically expect to complete the qualification within 5-6 months.
Having a proven work experience as a Supervisor in the construction industry and achieving the following: Level 3 (Occupational Work Supervisor), Level 3 (Advanced Craft) or Level 4 (Site Supervisor) SVQ/NVQ in construction Pass the Supervisory Health & Safety Test.
There are many benefits to completing NVQ Level 3 and 4 in construction. These include:
Increased earning potential
Improved job security
Greater career progression opportunities
Enhanced professional recognition
Increased confidence and self-esteem
NVQ Level 3 is for highly skilled professionals who work in a specific profession, while NVQ Level 4 is more advanced and represents different work responsibilities. NVQ Level 4 requires you to have project manager experience and supervisor knowledge which is different from NVQ Level 3.