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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.
Long period qualifications eligible for a grant
The following technical and professional long period qualifications are eligible for a CITB grant (as at 25 June 2019).
Architectural recognition
This standard focuses on the key knowledge and in-depth understanding in relevant architectural areas.
Façade Preservation Operative
The following information for the Façade Preservation Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Oak Frame Post and Beam Installation Operative
The following information for the Oak Frame Post and Beam Installation Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Heritage Stone Mason
The following information for the Heritage Stone Mason course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Timber frame repair using flexible epoxy resin -…
The purpose of Timber frame repair using flexible epoxy resin – Refresher standard is for delegates who have previously passed training to the full Timber frame repair using flexible epoxy resin standard or subsequent refresher training and can
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History
The history of CITB, from its set-up in 1964, key milestones, to present day and looking ahead to the future.
Enhancing Higher Education Resources and Engagement for…
This project aims to provide a set of resources and develop industry-HE partnership initiatives as a response to the CITB’s call for commissioned employer-HE collaboration.
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
Destinations of construction learners in further…
Destinations of construction learners in further education
Young people not in education, training or work
Young people not in education, training or work
Executive Management Team Bios
Find out more about the management team
Site Safety Plus Courses For Construction Skills
The Site Safety Plus (SSP) suite of courses provides the building, civil engineering and allied industries with a range of courses for people seeking to develop skills in this area.
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
What we do
Find out how to build a better Britain, we promote and inspire people to join a diverse industry.
Preparing your funding application
Make sure you are well prepared when you fill in your application. Find out more about CITB priorities and terms and conditions.
Organisational Structure
How CITB is structured and overview of each department
Our Councils - Membership & National Insights
Scope and objectives of the Nation Councils, and members of our Nation Councils
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.
Procurement pilots set to save contractors and supply…
CITB and construction employers are piloting four schemes to improve procurement practices for homebuilding and infrastructure projects set to achieve £25m savings.
Members of the board
Find out who the members of the CITB Board are and which sector of the industry they represent.
Future Starts In Construction
The project will deliver a series of construction industry taster days. These tester days will offer progression into 5-day construction pre-employment programmes, whereby young people will gain CSCS accreditation and receive 5-10 days’ work
What is Net Zero? | Net Zero Explained
To combat climate change, the UK became one of the first countries to commit to becoming net zero. But what is net zero, and what does it mean for construction?
Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs)
Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) are a new employer-led initiative from the Department for Education (DfE) in England. They aim to reshape skills training provision to better meet the local needs of employers and the wider economy. CITB has
Scaffolding training update
CITB has underscored its commitment to ensuring that the construction sector maintains access to a good supply of skilled scaffolders in the wake of the transfer of its training establishment to alternative training providers, as part of its reform
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.
Apprenticeship policies
Discover all CITB apprenticeship related policies and procedures
Construction employers of Wales needs your help
Construction employers of Wales - CITB needs your help
Steeplejacking apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in steeplejacking, while gaining professional experience. You'll learn a variety of skills to equip you to replace glass, repair masonry, welding, paint, dismantle,
Who we work with
CITB works with construction employers, training providers, and Government to ensure that our policies are aligned to national and local policy across the UK.
It was easier than I thought it would be
Today, 22 August, 4.8 million 16-17 year-olds will be anxiously clutching the brown envelope containing their long-awaited GCSE results.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 6 April 2020
In today's update, we launch Go Construct Buildathon competitions - exciting challenges that we hope will provide support for children and parents alike during this prolonged school shutdown.
Suffolk school pupils try their hand at roofing
School pupils in Suffolk can try their hand at being a roofer for a day, thanks to funding of more than £66,700 awarded to a county-wide business group.
Steel fixing apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in steel fixing, while gaining professional experience. You'll learn specialist construction skills to enable you to work in the steel fixing industry.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 14 May 2020
Today’s update begins with a video explaining why CITB has had to make difficult funding decisions in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 24 March 2020
Today's key messages are on support for apprentices, our new Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) app and information on a new employer support database.
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).
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 16 April 2020
Today’s update provides more detail on the exciting Go Construct Buildathon competitions we launched a couple of weeks ago, as well as signposting to version 3 of Construction Leadership Council (CLC) Site Operating Procedures.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 25 June 2020
Today's email shares our Skills Stability Plan 2020/21 and our plans for collecting the Levy over the next two years.
Offsite construction to go mainstream with £1.2m CITB…
Offsite construction is going mainstream with the biggest expansion in teaching materials so far.
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
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 30 April 2020
Today’s weekly industry summary includes an update on CITB’s COVID support measures and news on: a deadline extension to our Leadership and Management Fund; an update on demand for our Buildathon competition and a call to action for construction
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 15 July 2020
Today's update includes information on the Talent Retention Scheme; additional Apprenticeship Support and Standards; and NCC and HS&E Test Centre re-openings.
Scotland
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in Scotland
Plant maintenance apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course covers all the basic principles you need to learn to become a plant mechanic and work on the engineering team of a plant or plant hire company You’ll learn how to service and repair machines and equipment, including
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 7 October 2020
Supporting training through the recovery, retaining skilled workers and attracting new recruits is CITB's focus in the coming months.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 10 September 2020
Today’s email contains details about CITB’s Levy Proposals and Strategic Plan, as well as an update on the Leadership and Management Fund.
Bespoke research services
Our bespoke research services help customers and industry stakeholders to benefit from each other’s experience and deliver positive, profitable outcomes.
Suites of National Occupational Standards
Find information about your National Occupational Standards suite, including its relevant frameworks, structures and projects.