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Available specialist applied-skills programmes (SAP)
The specialist applied-skills programmes (SAP) are 18-month long new entrant training programmes. The programmes lead to a vocational qualification (NVQ/SVQ), and are considered by trade associations and employers as 'sector apprenticeships'.
Preserving our heritage skills
As the name subtly suggests, the restoration of ecclesiastical architecture is at the heart of Recclesia – an historic building conservation contractor based in Chester, North Wales.
Introduction to heritage construction skills
The project will provide training focused on heritage construction. Thirty individuals currently following NVQ2 and 3 will benefit from this training.
Courses and qualifications
Courses and qualifications
Heritage Stone Mason
The following information for the Heritage Stone Mason course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
UK built heritage sector professionals: current skills…
UK built heritage sector professionals: current skills future training
Training media programme for heritage plastering
The project will develop a series of broadcast quality training videos explaining heritage plastering techniques for new and existing operators.
Courses available
Courses available
Traditional building craft skills 2008 - England
Traditional building craft skills 2008 - England
Short qualifications we pay grant for
We pay grant for the short qualifications listed below. Each qualification must be regulated but can be delivered by a number of awarding organisations. Grant payments are not linked to preference for one body over another.
Short period qualifications eligible for a grant
The short period qualifications listed on this page are eligible for a CITB qualification grant, but not an attendance grant.
Traditional building craft skills 2009 - Ireland
Traditional building craft skills 2009 - Ireland
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Accommodation and facilities for NCC East
The National Construction College (NCC) East campus, located in the heart of Norfolk, can provide comfortable onsite accommodation for visitors and trainees. We also cater for companies looking for training courses with dedicated conference rooms,
From Harrods to Hard Hats
Annie Summun is the Director of Kisiel Group, a London construction firm that works with private clients and developers to deliver high-end projects. With over 35 years’ management experience in different sectors, Annie’s focus is on promoting
NCC Courses
Had two great trainers who were very knowledgeable and a great help, I passed with flying colours guess hard work does pay off”.
Hard Metal Roofing Operative
The following information for the Hard Metal Roofing Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Pathways to skills accreditation for hard to reach…
The project will support a demographic of hard to reach workers who require their skills to be recognised, wish to develop or change careers within the sector. It will do so by building assessor capacity and delivering relevant qualifications to
Hard & Soft Metals Roofing Operative
The following information for the Hard & Soft Metals Roofing Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Heritage Construction in Wales: strengthening the sector…
The project will increase the uptake of heritage training within Wales, increasing the number of qualifications delivered and increasing awareness of the heritage sector within the construction industry.
"Why not build something good?"
21-year-old Chanell Fraser-Kellman from northwest London decided early on that she wouldn’t choose the path taken by many of her contemporaries at school – crime, drug-taking, carrying knives – so instead she joined the construction industry.
NCC Courses
Had two great trainers who were very knowledgeable and a great help, I passed with flying colours guess hard work does pay off”.
Protecting core training, tackling key skills challenges…
Supporting employers’ core skills and training needs and tackling long-term people and skills challenges underpin CITB’s 2021/22 Business Plan, published today (Tuesday 30 March).
West Midlands
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the West Midlands
Top 100 most influential women in construction
The Top 100 most influential women in construction was launched in 2022 and intended to showcase the influential women that work in the sector, making female and non-binary role models more visible and accessible. Now in its 3rd year, we continue to
“A journey I will treasure”
Since training with Cyfle Building Skills award-winning apprentice and Construction Ambassador Lynsey Davies, 37, has had a colourful construction journey. Lynsey has gained a NVQ in plastering, managed the construction of a maternity ward project
Construction’s biggest challenge
I’d like to start this blog by thanking everyone who has completed their CITB Levy Return. Let’s be honest, paperwork is not an enticing task. However, it is a vitally important one where the Levy is concerned. So, to all those who have met
Who Should Register for Grants & Funding?
Definition of a construction employer and the trades classed as construction for the CITB levy
Skills Olympics takes Team UK to Russia
Team UK returned from the 'Skills Olympics' placing 12th out of 63 countries and took home 15 Medallions of Excellence.
From salon to site: Gina's journey
23-year-old Gina Gray had once dreamed of becoming a hairdresser but now tells her story on how she got into construction.
The HoloLens: Transforming construction
Digital tech company, PAULEY, discusses how CITB's Flexible Fund has helped in transforming tunneling training through immersive learning.
How to make all employees work-ready
This is one of the key concerns I hear when I talk to employers. They want young people who have completed college courses to be ready for work on day one.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 28 May 2020
Today’s email includes news of a Site Safety Plus milestone; a reminder of the support documents available to you; and a refresh on CITB’s support measures for industry.
Pathways into construction
This commission aims to connect employers with people who don’t traditionally enter construction. It will also benefit those who are not in training or employment and want to enter the sector, but find it hard to do so.
Crackdown on fraud in construction testing
Organised crime in London, the Midlands and the North West is cashing in on pent-up demand for construction testing resulting from the months of lockdown, and CITB needs your help to stop it.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
Discover how CITB works with industry to develop these building blocks for construction qualifications
How to make all employees work-ready
This is one of the key concerns I hear when I talk to employers. They want young people who have completed college courses to be ready for work on day one.
How to make all employees work-ready
This is one of the key concerns I hear when I talk to employers. They want young people who have completed college courses to be ready for work on day one.
The importance of evaluating CITB Funding
CITB is taking the first tentative steps into adopting a long-term “evaluation” mindset. Now what do I mean when I say “evaluation”?
Scottish Apprenticeship Week: Success breeds success!
As Scotland prepares to celebrate Apprenticeship Week (1-5 March), a young painter/decorator from Drumchapel has completed an incredible triple. Anthony Morton has been nominated for Apprentice of the Year at a prestigious Glasgow college – just
Basic Competency Programme
The project will address the roofing industry training needs by bringing together the main roofing industry stakeholders, the 12 regional roof training groups and 11 major roofing trade associations to develop and roll out a basic competency
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 12 May 2020
Today’s COVID-19 industry update focuses on safely returning to work and includes news of a comprehensive range of COVID-19 site safety checklists and forms produced in collaboration with the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) with additional
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 26 May 2020
Today's update highlights how important it is for us to receive and listen to your key feedback; outline some of the actions we have taken in response; and provide a link to our Customer Voice survey for you to complete if there’s something on
Green Careers Week - Every job is a green job
The first ever Green Careers Week takes place this month. The aim of the campaign, which runs from November 07-12 is to shine a light on green career pathways. CITB has just published a dynamic Net Zero Action Plan which looks at the construction
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 18 June 2020
Today’s email is a little longer than usual as I would like to bring to your attention a few matters: Fairness, Inclusion and Respect, the recent CLC People Survey results and the regular update on CITB’s support measures for industry.
“I’ve no doubt that this award will enhance my career”
We're on the lookout for the most inspiring CITB Apprentices across England, Scotland and Wales ahead of the 2018 CITB Apprenticeship Awards. Have you or a colleague got what it takes?
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 17 April 2020
Today’s update collates, in one e-mail, the most essential information on CITB’s support to industry during COVID-19.
Architectural recognition
This standard focuses on the key knowledge and in-depth understanding in relevant architectural areas.
Something new for something old from Carmarthenshire…
With around a third of the buildings in Wales built before 1919, there’s strong demand inside the industry for qualified heritage specialists –but a lack of training courses available.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 17 December 2020
As our last update before Christmas, I wanted to reflect on the turbulent year we’ve had, and how we have worked together to meet the skills challenges construction has faced. There has been a real emphasis on keeping workers safe on site,
Tim Balcon CEO: Leading CITB, Supporting Construction |…
Skills, training, apprenticeships and meeting the future challenges of Net Zero, digital skills & post-pandemic construction, CITB CEO Tim Balcon reflects on his first two months at the helm and how CITB will continue to support the construction
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