Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
£950.00
The Level 2 NVQ in Wall and Floor Tiling is designed for individuals working in the construction industry who carry out tiling activities as part of their role. This qualification is designed for operatives who already have practical, on-site experience in wall and floor tiling and wish to gain a nationally recognised qualification that formally recognises their skills and competence.
It is ideal for:
- Tiling operatives working on domestic, commercial, or construction projects
- Workers installing wall and floor tiles in new build, refurbishment, or maintenance projects
- Individuals looking to gain a CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
- Operatives who have learned their trade on-site and want formal recognition
- Employers seeking to upskill and validate the competence of their tiling workforce
The qualification is competence-based and assessed in the workplace, allowing candidates to achieve the NVQ while continuing to work, with no requirement for classroom-based study.
Skills and Knowledge Candidates Are Expected to Evidence
To achieve the Level 2 NVQ in Wall and Floor Tiling, candidates must demonstrate that they can competently and safely carry out a range of tiling tasks, including:
- Preparing surfaces for tiling, including checking for defects and applying suitable primers or screeds
- Measuring, marking out, and setting out tiles to ensure accurate alignment and layout
- Cutting and shaping tiles to fit around openings, corners, and obstacles
- Installing wall and floor tiles using appropriate adhesives and fixing methods
- Grouting, finishing, and sealing tiles to achieve a high-quality finish
- Using hand tools, cutting tools, and tiling equipment safely and effectively
- Maintaining quality standards and checking completed work for accuracy, level, and finish
- Working efficiently as part of a team and coordinating with other trades
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area
Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Health, safety, and environmental practices on construction sites
- Properties and correct use of tiles, adhesives, grouts, and sealants
- Minimising waste and working sustainably
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas
Successful completion of the qualification confirms that the learner is a competent wall and floor tiler, capable of carrying out tiling work to the required standard and meeting industry expectations at Level 2.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
£950.00
The Level 3 NVQ in Wall and Floor Tiling is designed for experienced tilers who are working at an advanced skilled level within the construction industry. This qualification is designed for individuals who consistently deliver high-quality tiling work, handle complex layouts, and often take responsibility for planning work or supporting less experienced operatives on site.
It is ideal for:
- Experienced wall and floor tilers with significant on-site experience
- Skilled workers looking to demonstrate advanced competence and progress their career
- Individuals seeking to apply for a CSCS Gold Skilled Worker Card
- Operatives who lead small teams or mentor apprentices
- Employers wishing to formally recognise high-level tiling skills
The qualification is competence-based and assessed in the workplace, allowing candidates to achieve a nationally recognised qualification while continuing to work, with no requirement for college attendance.
Skills and Knowledge Candidates Are Expected to Evidence
To achieve the Level 3 NVQ in Wall and Floor Tiling, candidates must demonstrate advanced competence, technical knowledge, and responsibility across a wide range of tiling activities, including:
- Planning and preparing complex tiling tasks and layouts for walls and floors
- Assessing surfaces and selecting appropriate materials, adhesives, and fixing methods
- Cutting, shaping, and installing tiles to achieve precise alignment, level, and finish
- Installing tiles in complex patterns, designs, or difficult areas such as stairs, bays, and wet rooms
- Grouting, sealing, and finishing tiles to a professional standard
- Checking, correcting, and maintaining quality standards across completed work
- Coordinating work activities and supporting less experienced operatives
- Communicating effectively with supervisors, clients, and other trades
Candidates must also demonstrate in-depth knowledge of:
- Health, safety, and environmental legislation and site procedures
- Properties, performance, and limitations of tiles, adhesives, grouts, and sealants
- Efficient use of materials and minimising waste
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas to a professional standard
- Problem-solving and adapting methods to meet site conditions
Successful completion of the qualification confirms that the learner is operating as an advanced skilled tiler, capable of delivering complex wall and floor tiling work to a high standard, taking responsibility on-site, and meeting employer and industry expectations.
Frequently asked questions about the L2 & L3 NVQs in Wall & Floor Tiling
Q. Who is the L2 Tiling NVQ suitable for?
A. It's for anyone already working as a tiler who can perform a variety of tasks, including preparing surfaces ready for tiling, setting out tiling, tiling on walls and floors, around openings, grouting tiles, and floor screeding, to prove occupational competence on site. This qualification would enable the candidate to apply for a Blue CSCS card.
Q. Who is the L3 Tiling NVQ suitable for?
A. It's for anyone already working as a tiler who can perform a variety of more complex tasks, including preparing surfaces for tiling, tiling walls and floors, installing mosaic, ceramic, and stone finishes, screeding, and tiling around drainage outlets to prove occupational competence on site. This qualification would enable the candidate to apply for a Gold CSCS card.
Q. What are the benefits of having an NVQ in Wall & Floor Tiling?
A. It shows employers that you have industry-recognised competence as a wall and floor tiler, covering both handskills and trade understanding. The level of NVQ you achieve will determine whether you can apply for your L2 Blue or L3 Gold CSCS card, enabling you to work on sites and commercial builds.
Q. Do I need to attend college?
A. No, you do not need to attend a college or take time off work. The tiling NVQs are designed so that the assessor can collect all the evidence needed to achieve these qualifications from what you do every day in your place of work.
Q. How long does a Tiling NVQ take?
A. Most candidates complete it in 4-6 weeks (L2) and 6-8 weeks (L3), depending on how quickly evidence is gathered.
The accelerated NVQ route is designed for experienced tilers who have 3 years of experience or more in the industry.
The NVQ is designed to work around your lifestyle and workload. So it's really down to each candidate and their desired pace.
Q. What evidence is required for a Tiling NVQ?
A. Evidence for the tiling NVQs includes a range of: videos or timelapses, photos of working documents, photos of work carried out by the candidate, witness testimonies, professional discussions about work carried out previously, and general trade knowledge.
Q. What happens if evidence is missing?
A. If evidence is missing, the assessor will guide the candidate to complete it by collecting the missing evidence through other forms of assessment. There is no pass or fail exam.
Q. Can a Tiling NVQ be assessed remotely?
A. Yes. Both wall and floor tiling NVQs can be assessed remotely using video calls, photos, and recorded video evidence, reducing site disruption and being less intrusive.
