£599 + VAT

Level 3 NVQ Civil Engineering for Technicians (ICE)

CITB‑approved NVQ for civil engineering technicians. Achieve your Gold CSCS Card. Remote assessment with a dedicated assessor – complete in 4–8 weeks.

Level 3 4–8 weeks Remote assessment Gold CSCS Card
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NVQ Overview – Civil Engineering for Technicians (ICE)

This Level 3 NVQ is designed for individuals currently employed in a construction environment or with sufficient experience. You’ll demonstrate your competence in areas such as health and safety, work organisation, machinery operation, communication, and quality assurance. It’s the recognised route to the Gold CSCS Skilled Worker Card (combined with an in‑date CITB HS&E test).

What you’ll need to provide:
  • Photo ID (passport / driving licence)
  • Evidence of your work (photos, videos, site records)
  • Witness testimony from a supervisor or experienced colleague
  • Knowledge questions / professional discussion with your assessor

Key details

Price£599 + VAT
Duration4 – 8 weeks
AssessmentRemote (online portfolio + video)
Awarding bodyICE / CITB recognised
CSCS cardGold Skilled Worker Card
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How your NVQ is completed

1
Registration & induction

Complete our form, send ID, and get paired with a dedicated assessor. We’ll explain the evidence requirements and portfolio system.

2
Gather evidence

Upload photos, videos, site documents, and witness testimony to your online portfolio. Your assessor guides you throughout.

3
Complete & certificated

Once all evidence is signed off, you receive your CITB‑approved NVQ diploma – usually within 4–8 weeks.

What to expect from the NVQ

You’ll fill in a registration form and provide a copy of your photo ID. Once enrolled, your assessor schedules an induction to explain the portfolio and answer questions. You can start any day – no fixed intake.

You’ll use our online portfolio system. Your assessor will ask you to complete knowledge questions (written or via discussion) and gather workplace evidence: photographs, videos of you working, copies of site documents, and a witness testimony from a competent person.

When your assessor is satisfied that all evidence meets the standards, they’ll submit for internal verification. You’ll receive your CITB‑approved NVQ diploma – usually within 4 weeks if you work consistently.
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Frequently asked questions – Level 3 NVQ Civil Engineering

An NVQ is a work‑based qualification that assesses your practical skills and knowledge. It’s recognised across the UK construction industry.

You gather evidence from your workplace: photos, videos, witness testimonies, and written answers. Your assessor supports you remotely.

Most candidates complete within 4–8 weeks, depending on how quickly you can gather evidence.

This Level 3 NVQ qualifies you for the Gold Skilled Worker CSCS Card when combined with the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test.

Yes, NVQs are UK‑wide qualifications accepted by all major construction bodies.

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