Overview
This ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Construction) is a nationally recognised, competence-based qualification for individuals currently working in the construction sector who specialise in plastering. This is not a class-based course – it is fully online with no classroom attendance or in-person sessions required.
Learners build and submit a comprehensive Portfolio of Evidence from their real workplace to demonstrate competence – all assessments are carried out in your actual working environment.
Specialisations:
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Solid)
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Fibrous)
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Heritage Plastering – Solid)
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Heritage Plastering – Fibrous)
Work Placements Available
Work Placements are available during the course to help you gain valuable real-world experience in a professional environment. These placements are arranged to complement your training and support your pathway to qualification and employment.
Eligibility
- Must be 19+ years old
- This is not a government funded course
- This is not an apprenticeship
Plastering Course – Enrolment Now Open
Enrolment is now open for our fully online ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Construction), suitable for those with existing experience in plastering or related construction roles (choose your specialisation: Solid, Fibrous, Heritage Solid, Heritage Fibrous, etc.). This is not a class-based or classroom course – it is delivered entirely online, with no in-person attendance, group sessions, or tutor-led practical training required.
To achieve this qualification, you must be currently employed in the plastering or construction industry, as all evidence must come from real workplace activities (no simulated work is permitted). You will compile and submit a Portfolio of Evidence including photos/videos of your work, assessor observations, witness testimonies, professional discussions, and other supporting documents to prove your skills and knowledge.
Course Overview
Course Focus: Specialising in plastering (choose from 4 pathways)
Duration: 560 hours Total Qualification Time (188 Guided Learning Hours)
Course Type: NVQ Diploma (competence-based)
Audience: Those working or entering the construction industry.
Assessment: Pass/Fail, internally assessed and verified.
Start Date: 22/8/2016 (or note it’s ongoing).
End Date: 31/7/2026.
Fees & Payment: A 50% deposit is required upfront, with the remaining 50% payable on completion of the NVQ course.
Entry Requirements: Initial assessment to identify gaps
You are required to be already employed in the industry.
Your Plastering Training Begins
This is a competence-based qualification. This means you won’t be sitting in a traditional classroom or taking online exams. Instead, your skills are measured by how you perform your job in the real world.
Real-World Assessment
The assessment takes place directly in your work environment. You demonstrate your skills under real working conditions, ensuring that your qualification reflects the actual standards of the construction industry.
Building Your Portfolio of Evidence
To achieve your qualification, you will create a Portfolio of Evidence. This is a collection of documents and records that prove you have met all the required learning outcomes.
What counts as evidence?
Assessor Observations: A qualified assessor watches you work and records your performance.
Professional Discussions: Conversations where you explain your methods and technical knowledge.
Witness Testimonies: Written confirmation from supervisors or colleagues.
Work Products: Examples of your work, such as photos, reports, or completed worksheets.
Oral and Written Questioning: Verifying your understanding of specific tasks.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Credit for skills you have already mastered in the past.
Standards & Criteria
Your performance is measured against specific Learning Outcomes (what you need to know) and Assessment Criteria (the standards you must meet).
What You Will Learn
The Core (Mandatory for Everyone)
Every student starts with these three fundamental units:
Health & Safety: Conforming to general health, safety, and welfare.
Efficiency: Conforming to productive working practices.
Resource Management: Moving, handling, and storing resources safely.
Choose Your Specialist Pathway
Depending on your career focus, you will choose one of the following four routes:
Pathway 1: Solid Plastering
Focus: Applying finishing plaster and solid render.
Includes 6 mandatory units + 1 optional unit (e.g., dry lining or screeding).
Pathway 2: Fibrous Plastering
Focus: Producing, positioning, and repairing fibrous components.
Includes 6 mandatory units.
Pathway 3: Heritage Plastering (Solid)
Focus: Conservation and restoration of traditional solid plasterwork.
Includes 7 mandatory units + 1 optional unit.
Pathway 4: Heritage Plastering (Fibrous)
Focus: Specialist conservation of fibrous plaster components.
Includes 7 mandatory units.
How You Are Assessed
There are no online exams or classroom tests. You prove your competence through a Portfolio of Evidence collected at your workplace.
Your portfolio will include:
Observations: Reports by your assessor while you work.
Evidence: Photos of your work, witness testimonies, and professional discussions.
Knowledge: Answers to oral and written questions to prove you understand the “why” behind the “how”.
Plastering Qualifications
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ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Construction)
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Solid)
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Fibrous)
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Heritage Plastering - Solid)
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plastering (Heritage Plastering - Fibrous)
When Qualified you will be ready for...
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Work as a specialised plasterer within the construction industry.
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Handle professional plastering tasks across various specialisms, including Solid and Fibrous pathways.
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Work on heritage, conservation, and restoration projects for historic buildings.
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Demonstrate practical competence and technical knowledge in a real-world work environment
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Progress to higher-level qualifications and further career advancement within the built environment.
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Meet the national occupational standards (NOS) required by the construction sector and CITB.
