To achieve/demonstrate the desired level you must be able to;

Level 1: Identify, under supervision, through a visual assessment, some basic conservation problems that a common piece of cultural heritage (e.g. archival document) might present and shows basic understanding of its context and physical nature.

Level 2: Demonstrate working knowledge of and assesses and records the physical nature and condition of a range of routine or common heritage items, and suggests methods for their conservation (including no action), noting the pros and cons of the impact of each on the item(s) and its/their environment(s).

Level 3: Demonstrate good working knowledge and substantial practical experience of analysing, assessing, considering options and selecting the most appropriate in relation to the conservation of a range of types of cultural heritage (e.g. range of archival media and formats).

Level 4: Be proficient in determining, within given parameters (workload, budget, etc), which cultural heritage items should be assessed and ensures appropriate allocation of resources (materials, person/hours) to this, evaluating and monitoring processes and outcomes; routinely and independently delivers solutions; may contribute to innovation and developments in the sector (nationally and internationally) e.g. by project activity, research and publication, has unique technical/expert knowledge.

Level 5: Demonstrate authoritative knowledge of complex cultural heritage items and their assessment within budget allocations; may demonstrate unique/highly specialist technical/expert knowledge.