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QualCert Level 2 Award in Quality Control (QC)

QualCert Level 2 Award in Quality Control develops practical knowledge of inspection, quality assurance, material testing, and site coordination, helping learners support consistent standards and w...

Awarding Body: Qualcert|Course Level: Level 2

Course features

This official QualCert qualification is a short, focused award designed to build practical quality control knowledge for entry-level and developing learners across industries.

  • Awarding body: QualCert

  • Qualification level: Level 2

  • Qualification type: Award

  • Credits: 4

  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 12

  • Total Qualification Time (TQT): 16

About course

The QualCert Level 2 Award in Quality Control (QC) is a practical qualification designed to develop essential knowledge and skills in quality control across a range of industries. It introduces the key principles of quality assurance, inspection methods, and quality standards, giving learners a solid foundation for supporting product and service quality.

  • Builds essential understanding of quality control principles

  • Introduces inspection methods and quality standards

  • Supports quality improvement in workplace processes

  • Develops practical awareness of testing and evaluation

  • Enhances employability in quality-focused roles

  • Provides a route to higher-level QC qualifications

What you will learn

By completing this qualification, learners gain practical and theoretical understanding of the core areas covered in the official QualCert framework.

  • Learn how to use advanced inspection tools and technologies to assess product and service quality

  • Gain practical experience in applying measurement techniques to detect defects and verify quality standards

  • Understand how to conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing within the course scope

  • Grasp key quality control principles used in concrete construction processes

  • Acquire core skills for carrying out material testing and basic certification procedures

  • Understand the relationship between site safety and quality coordination and how to integrate both effectively

Course content

Who should attend

This qualification is designed for individuals who want a practical understanding of quality control principles and essential skills used across different industries.

  • Individuals starting a career in quality control or quality assurance

  • Entry-level employees in manufacturing, production, or service environments

  • Quality assistants, inspectors, or technicians seeking foundational certification

  • Workers involved in inspection, testing, or monitoring of products and processes

  • Team members responsible for maintaining quality standards and compliance

  • Individuals planning to progress to higher-level quality control or quality management qualifications

Course requirements

QualCert sets clear entry expectations to help learners engage effectively with the programme and benefit from its technical and quality-focused content.

  • Applicants should be at least 16 years old, with a secondary school qualification or equivalent recommended

  • No formal quality control experience is required, but basic English skills and awareness of production or inspection practices are advantageous

Assessments

The qualification is officially assessed through a structured MCQ-based examination designed to measure theoretical understanding and practical application of course knowledge under controlled conditions.

  • Multiple-choice question examination

  • Scenario-based and knowledge-based questions

  • Minimum pass mark of 70%

  • Assessment conducted under secure conditions at approved training centres

Progression

This qualification supports learners who want to continue building their competence in quality control and move into broader technical, inspection, or quality assurance responsibilities.

  • Progress to QualCert Level 2 Certificate in Quality Control (QC)

  • Progress to QualCert Level 2 Diploma in Quality Control (QC)

  • Progress to QualCert Level 3 Award in Quality Control (QC)

  • Progress toward entry-level quality inspector, quality assistant, or quality assurance support roles

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