• Work-based assessment: Learners are evaluated through evidence such as design drawings, coordination reports, witness testimonies, and professional discussions.

• No formal exams: Competence is demonstrated through ongoing responsibilities and workplace performance.

• Core units include:

  • Coordinating design information between project teams

  • Managing design changes and updates

  • Ensuring compliance with building regulations and standards

  • Effective communication with architects, engineers, and contractors

  • Supporting project planning and documentation

• Optional units allow specialization in areas such as advanced design coordination, sustainability in design, or digital design management (BIM).

• Completion time varies: some learners finish in as little as 6–8 weeks, while most take 9–12 months depending on evidence submission pace.

This qualification also grants eligibility for the CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card, a respected credential that demonstrates advanced competence in construction design coordination.