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Card schemes
Learn about other recognised construction card schemes. Find information about applying for and renewing cards, including CSCS and CPCS.
About CITB
Search current vacancies and apply for a job at CITB. ... See CITB's current tenders and apply to become a CITB supplier.
How to get a CISRS card
What you need to gain a green, red, blue or gold CISRS scaffolder card, and the courses you can study at the National Construction College for each.
Check a Card or Training Record [Online]
Check a person's card or training record by logging into the portal or requesting access
CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)
This 1 day course is for people who are new to scaffolding. Existing CISRS Scaffolding Labourer (green) Card holders also need to take this course to renew their card every five years. The course teaches the basics of the industry and how to work
Courses and qualifications
Courses and qualifications
CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)
This 1 day course is for people who are new to scaffolding. Existing CISRS Scaffolding Labourer (green) Card holders also need to take this course to renew their card every five years. The course teaches the basics of the industry and how to work
Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test and cards
Book and prepare for your HS&E test and learn about other construction cards
Construction work experience grants
Work Experience grant can be claimed from 1 April 2020 to 30 September 2021. We pay grant for planned work experience days when it is an essential part of a construction-related degree.
About the CITB Levy - Does it apply to you & cost?
About the CITB Levy
Specialist Applied-skills Programme (SAP) grant
We pay grant for learners on the Specialist Applied-skills Programme (SAPs). These programmes last 18 months and contain several related modules, leading to a Level 2 or 3 National or Scottish Vocational Qualification (NVQ or SVQ).
Advanced Craft Certificate grant
We pay grants for learners' attendance on and achievement of a course that leads to the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) Advanced Craft Certificate in a subject related to construction.
Long-period qualifications grants
We pay grants for approved higher level qualifications which take more than one year to complete that focus on the core construction skills needed across the industry.
NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Construction Site Supervision
This course is for supervisors and assistant site managers who are looking to gain an NVQ qualification through a formal traditional course. The level 4 Diploma in Construction Site Management is for supervisors and assistant site managers working
NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management
The level 6 Diploma is for construction site managers who are looking to achieve an NVQ management qualification through a formal traditional course. The course includes six one-day taught modules over six months, and two onsite assessment visits
Suppliers (Tendering, Procurement & Frameworks)
See CITB's current tenders and apply to become a CITB supplier.
CISRS Basic Access System Erector (BASE)
This 5 day course is for non-scaffolders, who erect, alter and dismantle simple system scaffold structures within restricted environments.
Terms and Conditions
CITB terms and conditions for online services and products
Into Work grant
We pay grants for completed work experience for an individual on an approved further education course, where the work experience started on or after 1 September 2023, and subsequent grant for three-months completed direct employment. This grant is a
On-site Assessment Workshop NCC
Assessment Services offers on-site assessment for experienced operatives, supervisors and managers. These assessments recognize existing skills, knowledge and experience against a nationally recognized qualification. Holding an NVQ enables you to
England Apprenticeship grants
The CITB contributes funding for attendance and achievement on approved apprenticeships in England.
Industry Impact Fund
The Industry Impact Fund is aimed at construction employers looking to make a positive difference to the construction industry by developing solutions to key challenges faced by the workforce across the UK. The fund launched April 2023 and is the
Crane operation apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in crane operating, while gaining professional experience. You'll learn to operate various cranes safely and efficiently, and to carry out basic maintenance and
Grants & Funding for Training Courses
CITB grants & funding covers day to day training, including short courses, qualifications and apprenticeships. Find out more about training grants
On-site T Level Competency Pilot
Onsite Construction T Levels were launched in September 2021 with just over 100 students. T Levels are based on the same standards as apprenticeships, which gives students a strong grounding in their specialist area. Students can specialise in
Scaffolding apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in scaffolding, while gaining professional experience. You'll learn to erect and dismantle scaffolding for construction projects.
Leadership and Management Development Fund for large…
CITB can help you access up to £100,000 of funding for training to improve your business. The Leadership and Management Development Fund for large businesses is a non-competitive fund. It will enable large construction companies (with over to 250
Long qualification grant
We pay grants for approved higher level qualifications which take more than a year to complete and that focus on the core construction skills needed across the industry.
CITB Apprenticeships (Hire & Become)
CITB Apprenticeships
Apply for a CITB Apprenticeship
Find out what steps you need to take to get your apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Courses at the NCC
Apprenticeship courses in cranes, roofing, scaffolding, steel fixing and more
Construction operative apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in construction operation while gaining professional experience. You’ll learn how to place concrete to the correct level, lay drainage and pavements, place street
Short duration achievement grants
We pay grants for the achievement of approved short courses, which last from 3 hours to 29 days and are focused on the core construction skills needed across the industry.
Applying for the Short duration achievement grants
Levy-registered employers can apply for CITB grants for approved Short duration courses (training that lasts from a minimum of 3 hours to maximum 29 days).
Applying for short course grants
CITB Registered employers can apply for CITB grants for approved short courses (training that lasts from a minimum of 3 hours to maximum 29 days).
Construction Plant Operative Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship course is for individuals who want to gain the relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours required to carry out the role of a plant operator in the construction industry.
Apprenticeship Levy
The Government Apprenticeship Levy requires all UK employers with an annual pay bill of more than £3 million to pay 0.5% of their wage bill to the Government’s Apprenticeship Service. In England, this is used to pay for apprenticeship course fees.
CPCS Crawler Crane A02
This 9-day course is for people with limited or no experience of operating a crawler crane. It teaches you how to operate and maintain a crawler crane safely. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red
Plant operation: civil engineering plant and construction …
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in plant operating, while gaining professional experience. You'll learn to operate various items of plant safely and efficiently, and to carry out basic maintenance
CPCS Excavator 180° Wheeled
This nine-day course is for people with limited or no experience of using 180 degree wheeled excavators. You will learn to operate and maintain machines above and below 5 tonnes. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained
CPCS Tower Crane A04a & b
This 9 day course is for people with limited or no experience of using tower cranes. It teaches you how to operate a tower crane safely and productively. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card)
CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor
This course is for CISRS scaffolder/advanced card holders and Construction Managers and Supervisors who need to manage Scaffold operations. It will enhance your professional development and help you to gain evidence to achieve NVQ/SVQ
Apprenticeship policies
Discover all CITB apprenticeship related policies and procedures
CPCS Dump Truck with Articulated Chassis
This course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a dump truck with an articulated chassis. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
CPCS Tower Crane A04a & b
This 9 day course is for people with limited or no experience of using tower cranes. It teaches you how to operate a tower crane safely and productively. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card)
PASMA mobile towers
This 1 day course is suitable for non-scaffolders who erect, alter, move, inspect and dismantle Prefabriated Aluminium mobile access towers. You will develop your understanding of how to safely assemble, dismantle, relocate and alter a mobile
Apprenticeship grants
CITB offers apprenticeship grants and funding for individuals on approved apprenticeships in England, Wales & Scotland. Apply for a grant today.
CITB highlights 2018
The launch of our bold, industry-backed, three- year Business Plan was one of many highlights during a busy reforming year for CITB.
CPCS Telescopic Handler A17 (5 days)
This course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a telescopic handler. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
Third party booking agent resale policy
CITB's approach to third party resellers of the Health Safety & Environment and CPCS Renewal tests
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