National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs)

Specialist Qualifications for Career Advancement in Construction

Overview

At the Building and Construction Training Institute (BCTI) in Lekki, Lagos, our National Vocational Qualification (NVQ)-aligned programmes allow learners to specialise in specific construction fields, improve technical competency, and advance into supervisory or managerial roles.

BCTI offers training pathways from Level 2 to Level 7, giving learners the opportunity to:

  • Gain industry-recognised qualifications
  • Build practical and professional competence
  • Progress into leadership or specialist positions
  • Validate skills required for CSCS-equivalent certification

Whether you are starting your career or preparing for higher responsibility, our NVQ programmes support continuous growth in Nigeria’s construction industry.

Why Do I Need an NVQ Qualification?

As construction standards rise across Africa, more employers and regulators now require formal proof of competency.

Traditional experience-based approvals (often known as “grandfather rights”) are being phased out, and workers must now demonstrate:

  • Verified skills
  • Certified training
  • Updated health & safety knowledge

Maintaining your CSCS-equivalent card or advancing into a specialist or supervisory role increasingly requires a corresponding NVQ-level qualification.

This shift strengthens: **Workplace safety**, **Industry professionalism**, and **Standardised skills** across construction projects.

Level 2 NVQs

Build the Foundation for a Sustainable Construction Career

Level 2 NVQs provide the essential skills and knowledge needed for entry-level and intermediate construction roles.

These programmes are ideal for learners who want to:
  • Strengthen their technical ability
  • Improve job readiness
  • Gain recognised certification for site access
  • Build long-term career prospects
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Level 3 to Level 7 NVQs

Advanced Qualifications for Supervisors & Managers

Levels 3–7 NVQs are designed for professionals looking to progress into:

  • Site supervision
  • Site management
  • Project oversight
  • Specialist technical roles

These developmental qualifications expand your expertise, validate your leadership capabilities, and open doors to higher-level opportunities within Nigeria’s construction sector.

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Ready to Advance Your Career with an NVQ?

Speak to our qualification experts to find the right Level NVQ pathway for your goals.

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