The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations – Modular Pavement Construction is a nationally recognised vocational qualification designed to validate and enhance the skills of workers involved in laying modular pavements. This diploma ensures that professionals meet the required occupational standards in construction and civil engineering sectors in the UK and internationally.
Course Overview
This qualification is tailored for individuals who are actively working in construction roles, particularly in the installation and maintenance of modular paving systems such as block paving, kerbing, and flagging. The course assesses the learner’s practical competence and knowledge on-site, without the need for classroom-based learning, making it ideal for full-time workers.
The NVQ is based on the National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is structured to provide hands-on experience and real-world assessment, ensuring learners can perform safely, efficiently, and to industry expectations.
Course Benefits
- ✅ Recognised Qualification: Awarded by ProQual, this NVQ is fully recognised in the UK construction industry and by the CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
- ✅ On-Site Assessment: No exams or classroom time required – assessment is done in your actual workplace.
- ✅ Career Advancement: Boost your credibility and open doors to higher-level qualifications and job opportunities.
- ✅ CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card: Completion of this NVQ makes you eligible to apply for the CSCS Blue Card.
- ✅ Improved Safety Knowledge: Develop a deeper understanding of health, safety, and environmental practices in modular pavement construction.
- ✅ Flexibility: Study at your own pace while continuing your job.
Course Study Units
The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction)-Modular Pavement Construction, to achieve the qualification candidates must complete all the mandatory units form the following :
- Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
1. Protection and safety notices
2. Safety lighting - Laying modular pavement in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
1. Block paving
2. Brick paving
3. Stone/Concrete setts
4. Flags
5. Natural stone rough cut
6. Natural stone uniformly cut - Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the
workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
1. Generators
2. Pumps
3. Pedestrian operated plant or machines
4. Mixers
5. Compressors
6. Self-powered tools - Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
Three of the following endorsements required:
1. Lines
2. Levels
3. Depths
4. Areas
5. Heights
6. Angles - Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
- Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate practical competence in installing and maintaining modular pavements.
- Understand and apply relevant health and safety regulations.
- Use construction tools and materials efficiently and responsibly.
- Interpret and follow work drawings and construction plans.
- Communicate and work effectively as part of a construction team.
- Ensure the durability and quality of pavement installations in line with industry standards.
Who Is This Course For?
This NVQ diploma is ideal for:
- Groundworkers and pavement installers
- Labourers and operatives in civil engineering or highway maintenance
- Experienced workers without formal qualifications looking to gain certification
- Individuals seeking a CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
- Employers wanting to certify the competence of their workforce
Whether you’re just starting or have years of experience, this qualification can formalise your skills and boost your professional profile.
Course Future Progression
After completing the ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma, learners may progress to:
- ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations
- Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
- CSCS Gold Card (with further qualifications)
- Supervisor or team leader roles within the construction and civil engineering sectors
- Enhanced employment opportunities both in the UK and overseas