Blue Card

Blue Card — Skilled Worker

For qualified tradespeople with a recognised NVQ in their specific trade.

What You Need

  • NVQ Level 2 in your trade (this is the qualifying route to a Blue card)
  • HS&E Test (if not already completed for a Green card)

Courses Available

CourseNotes
NVQ Level 2Trade-specific — confirm your trade when booking
CPCS / CPD TestsFor plant operator card routes

What's Next

With two years' experience beyond your NVQ Level 2, you can progress toward a Gold Supervisor card via NVQ Level 3 or an Occupational Work Supervision qualification.

See the Gold Card pathway →

Not Quite Right?

Already experienced in your trade but don't yet hold the full NVQ? A Red Experienced Worker card can bridge the gap while you complete it.

About the Red Experienced Worker card →
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