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NVQ Level 3 in Stonemasonry – Banker Masonry
Complete your NVQ Level 3 in Banker Masonry in as little as 4 weeks — with on-site assessment, no exams, and full assessor support.
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What is the Level 3 NVQ in Stonemasonry – Banker Masonry?
The Level 3 NVQ in Stonemasonry – Banker Masonry is a qualification for experienced stonemasons working with precision-cut stone in a workshop environment.
It recognises your ability to follow detailed templates, shape stone by hand or machine, and produce complex components to exact standards. As a work-based qualification assessed on site, it leads directly to the CSCS Gold Card — proving you’ve reached an advanced level in your trade.
Who Should Take the Level 3 NVQ in Banker Masonry?
This qualification is for experienced stonemasons who carry out banker masonry work in a workshop or banker’s shop environment.
If you're responsible for producing detailed stone components from templates and drawings — such as mouldings, lintels, and arches — this qualification proves your skillset to industry standards.
To enrol, you must already be working in the trade and have access to relevant work-based evidence.
What’s Covered in the NVQ?
To complete the Level 3 NVQ in Banker Masonry, you’ll need to demonstrate your competence across a set of mandatory units. These reflect the day-to-day responsibilities of a skilled banker mason working in a workshop environment.
The qualification covers:
- Following health and safety procedures in a workshop setting
- Planning and preparing materials, tools, and workspace for each job
- Communicating effectively and working as part of a site team
- Applying the correct methods and sequences for stone preparation
- Creating complex templates and moulds to exact measurements
- Producing high-precision banker masonry components ready for installation
What’s the Process for Completing this NVQ?
To complete this NVQ, you’ll need to provide work-based evidence that shows your competence as a banker mason. There are no exams — everything is assessed through the work you do on site.
Once you enrol, you’ll get access to an online learning portal (LMS) where you can upload evidence, track your progress, and communicate with your assessor.
Your assessor will support you throughout the process — including site visits, portfolio guidance, and help with the written knowledge questions.
Evidence can include:
- Photographs of your stonework
- Job sheets or method statements
- Site documents (e.g. risk assessments)
- Witness testimonies from supervisors or clients
- Answers to short written knowledge questions
Once your portfolio is complete and verified, you’ll be awarded your NVQ and can apply for the CSCS Gold Card.
How Long Does it Take to Complete this NVQ?
Most learners complete the Level 3 NVQ in Banker Masonry within 4 to 6 weeks, depending on how quickly you can gather and upload your evidence.
You’ll have access to the course for up to 12 months, so you can work at your own pace alongside your job.
🕒 There are no set start dates — you can begin whenever you're ready.
How is the Stonemasonry - Banker Masonry Level 3 Assessed?
This NVQ is assessed entirely through your work on site — there are no exams or classroom sessions. Instead, you'll prove your skills by gathering real evidence from your day-to-day tasks as a banker mason.
After you enrol, you’ll be assigned a qualified assessor who will guide you through the process. You’ll upload your evidence to an online learning portal (LMS) and your assessor will review it regularly. They may also carry out a site visit to observe your stonework in person and verify your competence.
You’ll also complete a few short written knowledge questions — all online — with full support if needed.
The type of evidence you may be asked to submit includes:
- Photos of your finished stone components
- Method statements explaining how you completed a task
- Job sheets, drawings, or cutting lists
- Risk assessments or site documentation
- Witness statements from a supervisor or site manager
- Videos of you using tools or following safety procedures
You don’t need to prepare this all at once — your assessor will help you build your portfolio gradually as you go. If you're already working as a banker mason, you're likely already producing most of the evidence needed.
What Are the Entry Requirements for this NVQ?
To enrol on this course, you must already be working as a banker mason — ideally in a workshop or banker’s shop setting where you regularly produce stone components from drawings or templates.
You’ll need access to real, ongoing work that allows you to gather evidence for your portfolio.
While there are no formal academic requirements, this NVQ is designed for experienced stonemasons — it's not suitable for complete beginners or apprentices.
What Will I Receive After Completing this NVQ?
Once you’ve successfully completed the NVQ, you’ll receive an official certificate confirming your achievement of the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Stonemasonry (Construction) – Banker Masonry.
With this certificate, you’ll be eligible to apply for the CSCS Gold Skilled Worker Card, which proves your competence on site and is often required for higher-level roles.
What Are the Benefits of this Course?
This course does more than give you a certificate — it validates your expertise as a skilled banker mason and opens the door to long-term progression in the trade. Here’s how it can benefit you:
- ✓ Get formally recognised for the work you already do — no exams, no off-the-job training.
- ✓ Stand out in a competitive market — clients and employers value qualified stonemasons.
- ✓ Gain access to higher-paying jobs — many sites require the CSCS Gold Card for advanced roles.
- ✓ Build a professional portfolio — your work-based evidence becomes a proof of competence.
- ✓ Boost your credibility — especially useful if you’re self-employed or bidding for contracts.
- ✓ Learn while you earn — complete the qualification without leaving your job or workshop.
Can I Complete the NVQ Level 3 in Stonemasonry - Banker Masonry Online?
Yes — most of this NVQ is completed online through our learner portal. You'll upload your evidence, complete the written questions, and communicate with your assessor digitally.
In some cases, your assessor may arrange a site visit to observe your work, but this isn't always required. The entire qualification is designed to be flexible and fit around your existing job.
How Much Does the NVQ Level 3 Banker Masonry Cost?
The NVQ Level 3 in Stonemasonry – Banker Masonry costs £899.99. This price includes full access to our online learner portal, one-to-one support from your assessor, portfolio review, certification, and guidance on applying for your CSCS Gold Card.
We also offer a price match guarantee — if you find the same qualification offered elsewhere for less, we’ll match it.
What Job Roles Can I Apply for with a Level 3 in Banker Masonry?
This qualification is designed for experienced banker masons working in a workshop environment. Once completed, it can help you move into more senior or specialist roles where high-precision stonework is required.
- ✓ Advanced Banker Mason
- ✓ Bench Hand Stonemason
- ✓ Workshop Team Leader
- ✓ Stone Cutting Specialist
- ✓ Template and Mould Maker
- ✓ Self-Employed Workshop Mason
How Much Can I Earn with an NVQ Level 3 in Stonemasonry - Banker Masonry?
Qualified banker masons with a Level 3 NVQ can typically earn between £35,000 and £45,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of the projects they take on.
Those in supervisory or workshop lead roles — or running their own stonemasonry business — may earn even more.
Holding this qualification also makes it easier to secure long-term contracts or work on high-value restoration and heritage jobs where certified skills are a must.
Explore Other Stonemasonry NVQ Courses
Looking to specialise in memorial work or start with a broader foundation? We offer two other stonemasonry NVQ qualifications that could align with your goals:
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Level 2 NVQ in Stonemasonry
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Level 3 NVQ in Stonemasonry – Memorial Masonry
This Level 3 qualification is tailored for stonemasons who create and maintain gravestones, headstones, and other memorials. A recognised route to the CSCS Gold Card for those working in a site-based setting.
How Do I Get a CSCS Gold Card with this NVQ?
Once you’ve completed this qualification, you’ll be eligible to apply for the CSCS Gold Skilled Worker Card. This card is often required for advanced roles and proves your competence to employers and clients.
To apply, you’ll need two things:
- Your NVQ Level 3 NVQ in Stonemasonry – Banker Masonry certificate
- A valid CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) Test pass within the last two years
Once you have both, you can apply directly through the CSCS website. We’ll provide full guidance on the process after you’ve completed your qualification.
The CSCS Gold Card is valid for five years. You can read our full guide to learn more about how to apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, there are no written exams. You'll complete the qualification by submitting evidence of your everyday work and answering short knowledge questions online through the learner portal.
Yes — the entire qualification is designed to fit around your job. You’ll build your portfolio using work you’re already doing in your workshop, and your assessor will work with your schedule.
Evidence may include photos of your stonework, method statements, site paperwork, cutting lists, and witness statements. Your assessor will explain exactly what’s needed and help you gather it.
You’ll have one-to-one support from your assessor throughout. They’ll review your evidence, give feedback, and guide you through the knowledge questions. You can contact them directly through the learner portal.
No formal qualifications are required, but you must already be working as a banker mason with access to real work-based tasks that match the qualification units.
Yes — once you complete the NVQ and pass the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test, you’ll be eligible to apply for the CSCS Gold Skilled Worker Card.
We offer a guaranteed pass because this NVQ is based entirely on your existing skills and real work. As long as you’re actively working as a banker mason and can provide the required evidence, we’ll support you until you successfully complete the qualification — at no extra cost. Your assessor will work with you one-to-one to make sure you meet the criteria.
Once your portfolio has been completed, reviewed, and signed off by the assessor, your certificate is usually issued within 7 to 10 working days. We’ll notify you as soon as it’s ready and provide guidance on using it to apply for your CSCS Gold Card.
Banker masons typically work in a workshop, preparing and shaping stone components using templates and drawings. Fixer masons, on the other hand, work on site and are responsible for installing the stonework. This NVQ focuses on the skills required for workshop-based production.