CITB Grants Scheme

CITB provides grants for construction industry employers who provide training for their workforce. The Grants Scheme helps the industry maintain high standards, making sure people are being trained in the right skills for the industry to thrive.

This page has information for employers who want to apply for a grant from CITB. You can find out:

• Who can apply for a grant
• What grants are available
• Receiving payment
• Help and information
• Grants Scheme policy

Who can apply for a grant

All employers registered with CITB can apply for a grant with us.

Grants are available to employers of all sizes, whether or not you pay a levy to CITB. However, please make sure you are up to date with your Levy Returns before making your application. This rule applies to all employers seeking grants for their employees.

What grants are available

The following categories of grant are available. Visit each section on our website linked below for specific details on what courses we support, rules around eligibility, and how to apply.

• Short course grants
• Qualification grants
• Apprenticeship grants

Receiving payment

Money is usually paid within four weeks of an application being made if it is successful. Grants are paid by bank transfer.

If we do not hold your current bank details, please complete and submit the secure online Bacs Direct Credit Authorisation Form to receive grant payments.

Help and more information

If you would like to discuss your grant options, please email levy.grant@citb.co.uk or call 0344 994 4455, alternatively contact your local CITB Adviser. 

If you are not happy with the outcome of a grant decision, you can appeal against it, more information can be found in the Appeal Policy.

Grants Scheme policy

The Grants Scheme policy gives more information on how the scheme works. Before you apply for a grant, make sure you've read and understood the Grants Scheme policy.