NVQ Level 3 External Wall Insulation (EWI) – Fast On-Site Assessment   On Site Skills Ltd

ADVANCED CRAFT - GOLD CSCS CARD


If you work in  External Wall Insulation (EWI)  and need a recognised qualification to apply for your  Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, the  NVQ Level 2 Diploma in External Wall Insulation  is the official route.


At  On Site Skills Ltd, we provide a  fast, flexible on-site NVQ assessment  for experienced EWI installers across the UK. The assessment is based entirely on the work you already do, so you can gain your qualification without attending college or sitting exams.


Who Is This NVQ For?

This NVQ Level 2 is ideal for:

  • External wall insulation installers
  • Experienced EWI workers needing the Blue CSCS Card
  • Self-employed workers looking for official qualifications
  • Tradespeople with experience but no formal qualification
  • Workers who need to prove competence for contractors


If you already install external wall insulation, this qualification recognises your skills and helps you gain access to larger construction sites.


How the NVQ Process Works

Our NVQ Level 2 assessment is straightforward and designed to fit your job schedule:

  1. Registration & guidance call  – We confirm your experience and explain the steps.
  2. On-site assessment  – An assessor visits your workplace to observe your EWI installation work.
  3. Evidence collection  – Photos, videos, method statements, job sheets, and witness testimonies.
  4. Professional Discussion  – A short recorded discussion to confirm your knowledge.
  5. Certification issued  – Once complete, you can apply for the  Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card  immediately.


Most candidates complete the NVQ in  2–4 weeks, depending on evidence.


What You Will Be Assessed On

The NVQ Level 2 External Wall Insulation includes essential skills, including:

  • Preparing and cleaning external walls
  • Installing insulation boards to external walls
  • Applying render systems to insulation boards
  • Installing weatherproof coatings to external walls
  • Using hand and power tools safely
  • Health and safety on construction sites
  • Correct use of PPE and working at height
  • Efficient and safe working practices at level 3


These assessments ensure you meet the national occupational standards for EWI.


Benefits of the NVQ Level 3 External Wall Insulation

  • Gain your gold card Advanced Craft Card
  • Fully recognised qualification across the UK construction industry
  • No exams or college — assessment based on your real work
  • Increases job opportunities and earning potential
  • Fast turnaround
  • Required for access to major construction sites
  • Simple, flexible process


Price £650


Why Choose On Site Skills Ltd?

  • Approved NVQ assessment centre
  • Fast, flexible on-site assessments
  • Over 1,000 successful candidates
  • Friendly, expert support from start to finish
  • High Pass Rates


Start Your NVQ Level 3 External Wall Insulation Today



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 On Site Skills Ltd – Approved UK NVQ Centre

✔️ No classroom required — prove your skills on site with no time off work