The components that demonstrate the candidate's experience and understanding in respect to the general Health and Safety of the site are covered by the NVQ Level 2 stonemasonry assessment and training programme. In other words, skilled stonemason should exhibit the abilities necessary for stonemasonry activities in the most effective way possible while adhering by the site regulations.

should be able to carry out Internal Stone Fixer, Banker Stonemason, Memorial Stonemason, External Stone Fixer, Stone Cladder, Heritage Stonemason or a Stone Cutter.

When striving to obtain another certificate or land a job, learners can use the skills and information they have gained through achieving this qualification.

Candidates are expected to select one of the seven tracks available for this qualification that best fits their skill set. The paths are:

(Pathway 1) Pathways include: Banker Masonry ,

(Pathway 2) External Stone Fixing ,  

(Pathway 3) internal Stone Fixing ,

(Pathway 4) Memorial Masonry , 

(Pathway 5) Stone Cutting ,

(Pathway 6) Stone Cladding ,

(Pathway 7) Heritage Masonry

Candidates must exhibit the knowledge at the unit's requisite level. The process of comparing a candidate's knowledge and comprehension to the standards outlined in the qualification is called assessment.

Each applicant is needed to provide proof that they have met all of the unit's learning objectives and evaluation standards.