OSAT centre fees can vary, depending upon circumstances. Some centres will also include N/SVQ fees in their costs, whilst others may charge separately.

The following two case studies indicate some average costs of obtaining an N/SVQ and CSCS card through OSAT in two different scenarios.

It also outlines the CITB Grant available to CITB-ConstructionSkills registered employers. To ensure you qualify for such grants, please contact your local CITB-ConstructionSkills area office before training starts.

Case study: Harris Building Services

Harris Building Services put one employee through On-Site Assessment and Training in Bricklaying (at NVQ level 2).

Costs	Total
OSAT centre fees (including NVQ fees)	£500
Health and Safety Test	£17.50
CSCS card	Free*
Total Costs	£517.50

CITB Grants	Total
Achieving NVQ level 2	£450
Passing Health and Safety Test	£17.50
Supplementary payment for completing and returning CITB Levy Returns and payments on time	£116.88
Total CITB Grant	£584.38

Case study: Rudd Roofing

Rudd Roofing put three employees through On-Site Assessment and Training in Roof Slating and Tiling (at NVQ level 2) and two through Roof Sheeting and Cladding (at NVQ level 3)

Costs	Per person	Total
OSAT centre fees (excluding NVQ fees)	£450	£2,250
NVQ fees	£75	£375
Health and Safety Test	£17.50	£87.50
CSCS card	Free*	Free*
Total Cost		£2,712.50

CITB Grants	Per person	Total
Grants paid for NVQ level 2	£450	£1,350
Grants paid for NVQ level 3	£550	£1,100
Passing Health and Safety Test	£17.50	£87.50
Supplementary payment for completing and returning CITB Levy Returns and payments on time		£634.38
Total CITB Grant		£3,171.88

* Applicants who have completed an NVQ level 2 or 3 receive their first CSCS card free of charge. This does not apply to SVQs.