Insulation

Insulation

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Solid Floor Insulation

The aim of this unit is to ensure the candidate has the skills and knowledge required to install insulation to solid floors in the workplace.

More specifically candidates must prepare and place insulation to solid floors using the following methods to given working instructions:

  • insulation under a screed
  • insulation on top of a solid floor
  • cut, place and tape insulation to manufacturers’ specification
  • apply damp proof membrane as required
  • restrict or reduce unwanted heat loss
  • ensure maintenance of adequate ventilation
  • minimise the effects of thermal bridging through compliance with design detail and ensuring a consistent level of insulation of the installed area

Course Details

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 2

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

Category: Insulation

Overview

This qualification enables the learner to demonstrate and recognise their skills, knowledge and understanding and to demonstrate their competence in a real workplace environment so that they can work as an Insulation and Building treatments Operative within the construction industry. It is accepted there are a number of specialisms in the sector and the qualification has been developed with Pathways to allow as wide an uptake as possible. All work must be completed following Industry recognised Safe Working Practices and in accordance with relevant legislation.

This qualification is at Level 2, although some units may be at different levels. The qualification has been developed in a way to allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete

NVQ Level 2 Diploma Pathways

  • Pathway 1 - Wood Preserving and Damp-proofing
  • Pathway 2 - Wall Tie Replacement
  • Pathway 3 - Cavity Wall Insulation
  • Pathway 4 - Solid Floor Insulation
  • Pathway 5 - Under Floor Insulation
  • Pathway 6 - Cold Roof Insulation (Covers Loft)

NVQ Level 3 Diploma Pathways

  • Pathway 1 - Room in Roof
  • Pathway 2 - Park Homes
  • Pathway 3 - Hybrid Wall
  • Pathway 4 - Insulating Framed Sections of Buildings (Covers Flat Roof, Pitched Roof and Warm Roof)
  • Pathway 5 - External Wall Insulation Boarder
  • Pathway 6 - External Wall Insulation Finisher
  • Pathway 7 - External Wall Insulation Boarder and Finisher
  • Pathway 8 - Internal Insulation (Walls)

To undertake any NVQ you will need to have prior knowledge of the chosen qualification you are looking to achieve. NetRet group has a rough guidance to eligibility, but this can change depending on the individual basis.

  • Candidates must have experience in their chosen area of skill.
  • Candidates must have basic level of literacy.
  • Candidates must be in some form of employment or have access to an observable working situation.
  • Basic IT skills may be required but is not essential.

We use a QuickBooks system with credit card and PayPal options for payment. If you need the invoice to go to a specific individual or department, please let us know and we will make sure our system has the correct information.

Upon Payment

  • You will receive an email giving you access to your employer Dashboard to check everyone’s progress.
  • Each operative will receive an email giving them access to their NVQ dashboard.
  • The assessor will call within 2 working days to carry out a general NVQ induction and arrange a Professional Discussion.
  • Assessor will provide each operative with their assigned tasks.

You and/or your operatives will be enrolled onto an online system you can view at any time to check progression. Using our specialist portal you can communicate with us directly about anything they are not sure about.

Some of the benefits

  • Check Progress
  • Upload Work
  • Communicate with us
  • Get Direct Feedback
  • Join the Forum

Your Assessor/Tutor will talk you through system before you start and you can contact us if everr you need help.

Qualification Structure

Min Credits: 18

Description: To achieve this qualification a minimum of 18 credits (13 units) needs to be attained. This comprises of 18 credits (13 units) within the mandatory group. The qualification is assessed through a combination of a mandatory end of qualification knowledge test, professional discussion(s) and externally set, internally marked scenario case study.

NVQ Cost per Person

Our prices vary based upon the level of service you require and becoming a member. The more you use our services the higher the percentage we can deduct from the NVQ assessments.

When you get in touch, we provide you with a full list of costs and work out the best price for you and your business.

If you are a CITB Member you can claim back £600 once you have achieved your qualification. (As of May 2018, you do not have to be a levy payer to receive you training grants. Have a look to see if you qualify)

Use this link to apply for the CITB NVQ Achievement Grant https://www.citb.co.uk/levy-grants-and-funding/grants-funding/qualification-grants/short-period-less-than-1yr-and-vq-grants/

If you’re studying a Level 3 qualification, you might be eligible for an ‘Adult Education Budget’ grant instead of an Advanced Learner Loan. If you get a grant, you do not need to repay it. Ask your college or training provider about grants before you apply for a loan.

Advanced Learner Loan: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Delivery Time

Our NVQs can be carried on site or remotely and have minimal impact to your operative’s working day, but on rare occasions we can also deliver the NVQ in a surrounding that might be best for the candidate.

You do not need to attend a classroom as this is not a course. You will be assessed based upon your current knowledge, any questions and professional discussions can be done at your own time.

We always put a minimum 10-week achievement rule on our NVQs for quality purposes, however you can work with your assessor to gain achievement quicker if needed.

Our assessment team can assess anywhere in the UK, and we will work with both the employer and the candidate to make sure we get the best outcome when we carry out the assessment.

In some cases you might require your NVQ urgently, we offer a fast track option for such cases.

How it works:

We will priorities you to a specialist assessor who will allocate you to the top of the list. You will be priority at the start of each day, we don't allocate more that 4 fast tracks to each assessor per case load.

Stage 1 - Initial Contact – Please allow 2 weeks

  1. We will confirm NVQ booking with client
  2. We will pass candidates details onto assigned assessor
  3. Assessor carries out skills check with candidate (please allow 2-3 days)
  4. Client makes payment to NetRet (as agreed on invoice)

Stage 2 - Induction Stage – Please allow 2 weeks

  1. Assessors carries out induction to NVQ with candidate (can be done over the phone)
  2. Assessor will agree an estimated end date for your NVQ
  3. We will register candidate onto awarding body system
  4. We will send client & candidate confirmation of induction and enrolment

Stage 3 - Assessment Stage – You and the assessor will agree an estimated end date

  1. Assessor keeps in contact with candidate throughout NVQ and coordinates observation
  2. We will inform client of observation date
  3. Assessor carries out observation on candidate
  4. For higher NVQ levels this will be repeated until achievement

Stage 4 – Completion Stage – Please allow 2 weeks

  1. Candidate achieves NVQ
  2. We will inform client of candidate’s achievement
  3. Assessor submits file for IQA/EQA process
  4. We order candidates’ certificate
  5. We will send certificate to client/candidate (please note that certificates will not be issued
    until outstanding payment are paid)

Benefits

Qualifications with NetRet Group

  • Fully Accredited and NVQs
  • Direct Certificate Claims (Quicker Turnaround)
  • Industry Recognised Assessors and Trainers
  • On Line Support
  • Dedicated Assessor & Advisor
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Courses

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Wood Preserving and Damp-proofing

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 2

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Wall Tie Replacement

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 2

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Cavity Wall Insulation

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 2

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Under Floor Insulation

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 2

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Cold Roof Insulation (Covers Loft)

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 2

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

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