Site Inspection NVQs
Level 3 and Level 6 NVQs for clerks of works and site inspectors — leading to Gold or Black CSCS cards depending on level.
Qualifications
Site Inspection Qualifications
Other NVQ assessments our candidates often add alongside this one.
Level 3 or Level 6 — Which Do You Need?
Both qualifications recognise inspection competence. Level 3 typically maps to the Gold card route; Level 6 to the Black card route.
Level 3 NVQ
Site Inspection
Level 6 NVQ
Senior Site Inspection
CSCS Cards for Site Inspection
Site inspection NVQs support both Gold and Black CSCS applications. Both cards are equally important in this category — choose the route that matches your level of responsibility.
Level 3 route
Choose Level 3 Site Inspection
Best when your work focuses on day-to-day inspection and compliance checks.
Complete the NVQ on site
Your assessor gathers evidence from inspections you already perform.
Pass the required HS&E test
Booked through CITB and taken at a test centre.
Apply to CSCS
Apply with your NVQ certificate and test pass.
Start with NVQ Level 3 Site Inspection.
View the qualificationLevel 6 route
Choose Level 6 Senior Site Inspection
Best when you lead inspection decisions at a senior or clerk-of-works level.
Complete the NVQ on site
Evidence comes from the senior inspection responsibilities you already hold.
Pass the required HS&E test
Required before you can apply for your Black card.
Apply to CSCS
Submit your Level 6 certificate and test pass.
Ready for the senior route? Start with NVQ Level 6 Senior Site Inspection.
View the qualificationThe Process
How It Works
Five straightforward steps from your first call to a recognised NVQ and your CSCS card — without academic struggle.
Free Consultation
Tell us about your role and experience. We confirm which NVQ and CSCS card route fits you.
Enrol & Register
Choose your qualification and enrol. We register you with the awarding body and get you started.
Meet Your Assessor
A dedicated assessor is assigned to you and plans the evidence you'll need around your day job.
Gather Evidence
Show your competence through work you already do — photos, records and site visits. No exams.
Get Qualified
Your evidence is verified, your NVQ is awarded, and you're ready to apply for your CSCS card.
Why Construction Professionals Choose Us
We're a UK-registered NVQ assessment centre working with individuals and major contractors alike. Read more about us
Approved member of
the CITB Training
Provider Network.
Approved centre
for ProQual
awarding body.
Higher qualifications are assessed by construction professionals who hold Chartered Membership with CIOB.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The things construction professionals ask us most before getting started.
Level 3 suits inspectors carrying out day-to-day checks. Level 6 suits senior inspectors and clerks of works. Gold and Black card outcomes follow the level you complete.
No. Assessment is through workplace evidence and professional discussion with your assessor.
Yes. Alongside your NVQ you need a valid CITB HS&E test passed within the timeframe CSCS requires for your card type.
Before you call
Check common questions first. If you still need assistance, call our office — we’ll be happy to help.