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NVQ / SVQ in Specialised Plant & Machinery Operations

Cost: Call 0344 994 4433
Funding: See Grants and funding below
Duration: See course details
Locations: Nationwide 
Dates: Call 0344 994 4433
Entry requirements: See below

This assessment is for plant operators seeking an NVQ/SVQ Specialised Plant & Machinery Operations Level 2, 4, or 5, leading to CPCS Competent Operator (blue) Card, or CPCS Trained Operator (red) Card.

Gaining the relevant NVQ/SVQ will help you change from a Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained Operator Card to a Blue Competent Operator Card.

Course content

On-site assessment service

  • Profile/skill Match
  • At least six months’ experience on category of plant
  • Operating category of plant on site to be assessed
  • Health and safety knowledge
  • Witness testimonies completed by employer or supervisor
  • On-site practical assessment (must have at least two observations in workplace)*.

*If you do not pass the practical assessment, the assessor will make specialised recommendations. These include retakes or additional training.

What you get

Level 2, 4 or 5 NVQ/SVQ in Specialised Plant and Machinery Operations.

How to apply

To apply or to register your interest, complete the relevant questionnaire:

Entry requirements

  1. Good spoken and written English
  2. Valid form of ID. See accepted forms of ID.

By booking a course, you are agreeing to follow our Terms and Conditions.

Grants and funding

Grants are available for eligible employers. For further information please visit our grant pages.