NVQ Level 3 · Occupational Work Supervision
NVQ Level 3 Occupational Work Supervision (OWS)
NVQ Level 3 Occupational Work Supervision (OWS) is the standard supervisory qualification for experienced tradespeople stepping up to lead a team or trade area on-site. It's assessed from evidence of how you already manage quality and safety of work carried out by others. This is the qualifying route to a Gold Supervisor CSCS card.
Choose the Right Option for You
Register for NVQ
£250
Includes free CITB Managers & Professionals Test (worth £48) and free Experienced Worker Red Card application
- CITB Managers & Professionals Test included
- Experienced Worker Red Card application included
CSCS Card Application Only
£59
For learners who've completed their NVQ elsewhere
- CSCS card application submission only
Full Package
Everything included, one price
- CITB test free
- Full NVQ completion
- Gold Supervisor CSCS card free
The CITB HS&E Test price of £48 includes CITB's own test fee plus our booking/processing service. Experienced Worker Red Card eligibility requires evidence of prior industry experience in addition to NVQ registration, and the card is typically valid for a limited, non-renewable period. Eligibility is assessed by CSCS at the point of application — contact us to check you qualify before registering. Prices shown are correct as of April 2026.
Bought separately: £1,208 total. The Full Package saves you £59 (5%).
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What It Covers
- Supervising a team or trade area on-site
- Managing the quality and safety of work carried out by others
Entry Requirements
Typically suited to those with existing trade experience who are already taking on supervisory responsibility on-site — we'll confirm what applies to your background when you enquire.
How It Works
Assessed through a portfolio of evidence — site photos, witness statements, and professional discussion — reflecting the supervisory responsibility you already hold.
Leads To
This is the qualifying route to a Gold Supervisor CSCS card.
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