Level 2 NVQ in Curtain Wall Insulation

NVQ Information

The GQA Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Curtain Wall Installation is a nationally recognised, work-based qualification for individuals who install curtain wall systems on construction sites within the glazing, façade and fenestration sector.

This Curtain Wall Installation NVQ confirms occupational competence on site and provides the recognised qualification required to apply for the Blue CSCS Q-Card under the CSCS Partner Card Scheme.

The qualification structure below outlines the combination of mandatory units and optional units that must be achieved to be awarded the Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Curtain Wall Installation.

As this is a work-based NVQ, learners must be currently employed in a relevant curtain wall installation role to enrol and complete the qualification.

Blue CSCS Q-Card

The Blue CSCS Q-Card is issued by GQA to skilled workers who hold the relevant Level 2 NVQ in a glazing, fenestration or curtain walling-related occupation. It forms part of the CSCS Partner Card Scheme.

Q Card Essential Site Skills CSCS


Curtain Walling Installer CSCS Card Routes


Route 1: Applying for Your First CSCS Card

To apply for your first Curtain Walling Installer CSCS Card, you must:

  1. Register for the relevant NVQ in Curtain Walling Installation
  2. Pass the CSCS Health, Safety and Environment Test
  3. Apply for a Temporary CSCS Card, if required
    This lasts 12 months and cannot be renewed.
  4. Attend and pass the CAB 1-Day Curtain Walling Essential Knowledge Course
  5. Complete your NVQ qualification
  6. Apply for a Blue or Gold Skilled Worker CSCS Card


Route 2: Renewing an Existing CSCS Card

To renew your Curtain Walling Installer CSCS Card, you must:

  1. Register for the relevant Curtain Walling Competency Update Qualification
  2. Pass the CSCS Health, Safety and Environment Test
  3. Complete the CAB 1-Day Curtain Walling Essential Knowledge Course, if you have not already passed it
  4. Complete the Curtain Walling Competency Update Qualification
  5. Apply for a Blue or Gold Skilled Worker CSCS Card

L2 2 NVQ Certificate in Curtain Wall Installation

Minimum Credit Value: 32
Qualification Number: 603/7248/5
Welsh Qualification Number: C00/4490/3

Candidates must achieve all 18 mandatory credits, plus a minimum of 11 credits from Optional Group 1, and a minimum of 3 credits from Optional Group 2, giving a minimum credit value of 32 credits.

Mandatory Units

Credit Value: 18

Units Required: 5

Maintain Health and Safety in the Fenestration Installation Working Environment
Credits:4
Level:2
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Communicating and working with others in the Glass related working environment
Credits:3
Level:2
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Locate, Transport, Handle and Position and Materials and Components in Fenestration Installation
Credits:4
Level:2
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Identify and Confirm Installation Requirements in Glass and Related Work
Credits:4
Level:2
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Knowledge of Drawings, specifications, Method Statements, and safety glazing relating to Curtain Walling Installation
Credits:4
Level:3
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Optional Units

Credit Value: 14

Units Required: 2-3

Group A - Install curtain walling systems
Credits:11
Level:2
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Group A - Install Facetted, Structurally Glazed or Unitised Curtain Walling Systems
Credits:7
Level:3
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Group A - Prepare the Site, Equipment and Tools for Fenestration Installation
Credits:4
Level:2
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Group B - Install Infill Units into Curtain Walling Systems
Credits:4
Level:2
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Group B - Post Curtain Walling Activity
Credits:3
Level:2
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Group B - Knowledge of Curtain Walling Systems
Credits:3
Level:2
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