Certification - Dry Stone Walling Association

IF BOOKING A STANDALONE ASSESSMENT DAY (EG NOT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING A FOUR DAY TRAINING COURSE IN SAME LOCATION) PLEASE CONTACT DSWA OFFICE OR training@dswa.org.uk FOR AVAILABILITY BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING

The DSWA Craft Certification Scheme, run in conjunction with Lantra Awards, offers a series of nationally recognised qualifications in dry stone walling at Levels 1, 2 and 3.

A list of proposed test days for 2024 is available here. Full details of the scheme are available in the Craft Certification Scheme booklet.

Our application form below should be submitted to the DSWA office at least four weeks ahead of the proposed test day. Payment should be made after submission using the payment option below the form on our site (Paypal).

Overseas candidates, please ensure you select the Overseas registration fee option when using PayPal, irrespective of the level of test.

Please note that with effect from 1 January 2022 the following prices per candidate will apply and are shown on the application form:

Level 1 £132
Level 2 £180
Level 3 Part A features (on-site) £150
Level 3 Part A features (Off-site) POA
Level 3 Part B timed £150
Masters Part A features (on-site) £200
Masters Part A features (off-site) POA
Masters Part B timed £150
Overseas registration fee £80.

Craft Certification Application Form

DSWA/LANTRA AWARDS CRAFT CERTIFICATION SCHEME APPLICATION FORM

Application and payment must arrive no less than 4 weeks PRIOR to the Test Date

Test Information

Please tick box that applies to this application:

Please note that for overseas tests the registration fee of £80 is the only amount required with this form

Level 1 Certificate in Dry Stone Walling - £132

Level 2 Certificate in Dry Stone Walling - £180

Level 3 Certificate in Dry Stone Walling PART A (Features) On-site (you must hold the Level 2 qualification) - £150

Level 3 Certificate in Dry Stone Walling PART A (Features) Off-site - £POA

Level 3 Certificate in Dry Stone Walling PART B (Timed test) You must have passed PART A - £150

Master Craftsman Certificate PART A (Features) On-site (you must hold the Level 3 qualification) - £200

Master Craftsman Certificate PART A (Features) Off-site - £POA

Master Craftsman Certificate PART B (Timed Test) You must have passed PART A - £150

Candidate Information

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Please give details of previous walling experience:
Note: We strongly recommend that people start with the Initial (Level 1) qualification and then gain further experience for 12 months before taking their Intermediate (Level 2). Level 3 bookings can only be accepted from those holding Level 2 qualifications

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Test Site and Organiser Details

Date of Test:
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Application and Testing Process Notes:

• Candidates who wish to have their walling skills examined for certification by the Association should read and fully familiarise themselves with this booklet, DSWA/Lantra Awards Accredited Craft Certification Scheme (view pdf here) before completing this form.

• It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure the test requirements are understood.

• Application and payment must arrive no less than four weeks, prior to the test
date.

• Payment can be made via the DSWA website, directly below this form, using PayPal or credit/debit cards.

To read the full Application and Testing Process notes together with the booking terms and conditions, click here.

Declaration: I confirm that I have read and understood the test requirements and booking terms and conditions. I understand that the Examiners appointed by DSWA/Lantra Awards will advise me if I have passed or failed and that this decision is subject to confirmation by the Awarding Body. A copy of the mark sheet will be given to me after the test. 

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Notes: After submitting the application form, please use the section below to make your payment to accompany your application.

Payments will be taken via PayPal, thank you.

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Assessors & Instructors

Assessors

The DSWA has a pool of current Master Craftsman certificate holders who are appointed as Assessors for the Craft Certification Scheme and who assess candidates at organised assessment days.

Applications to be an Assessors are agreed by the DSWA Craft Skills Group and should be submitted in writing to the DSWA office. Assessors are also approved by Lantra Awards.

An assessment course is held for Assessors, who are required to attend the course on a regular basis in order to ensure their skills are kept up to date and marking is carried out as fairly as possible and to the same standard throughout the country.

Instructors

The DSWA organises in-house training courses for members interested in running DSWA short courses for beginners. The courses are available to those holding at least the Level 2 certificate and details are sent to those eligible to attend, as and when dates are arranged. The course takes place over a two-day period, usually a weekend, and gives candidates the opportunity to practice instructional techniques and to plan training events. Please note this course is not an externally approved teaching qualification although can prove to be a useful starting point for further study. Individuals interested in such courses should contact either their local education authority or local colleges for full details of what is available in their area.