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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
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 3 Diploma in occupational work supervision
This course is for supervisors who are looking to gain an NVQ qualification through a formal traditional course. The level 3 Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision is for subcontractor supervisors and gangers.
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
CITB eCourses | Health & Safety Courses, 100% Online
All of CITB's online eCourses are ideal for anyone who wants to learn at their own pace, anytime, anywhere. No tutor required, 100% remote.
Supervisory and management assessment
Are you a supervisor or manager with a significant amount of experience in your current role? This option involves a number of one-to-one assessments carried out at your place of work. You will normally be expected to achieve your qualification
Occupational trade qualifications assessment
Are you a trade operative with a significant amount of experience in your current role? This option involves a number of one-to-one assessments carried out at your place of work. You will normally be expected to achieve your qualification within
Business Improvement in Construction: Business Analysis…
This course is intended for owners and senior managers of small and medium businesses who wish to improve their skills and understanding of business analysis and the business planning process.
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
Health & Safety Awareness eCourse
The CITB HSA course is now available online, allowing you to learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere – no need to take time off work.
Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test and cards
Book and prepare for your HS&E test and learn about other construction cards
Health & Safety Awareness eCourse
The CITB HSA course is now available online, allowing you to learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere – no need to take time off work.
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.
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.
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.
Decorative finishing and industrial painting occupations
The suite contains National Occupational Standards (NOS) related to Painter Painter and decorator Industrial painter Painting and decorating.
NVQ Assessment: Specialised Plant and Machinery…
This assessment is designed for Plant Operators who wish to gain a Level 2, 4 or 5 NVQ/SVQ in Specialised Plant and Machinery Operations. Gaining the relevant NVQ/SVQ will help you change from a Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red
Health and Safety Awareness (HSA)
This course highlights potential hazards when working on site and provides practical advice on keeping yourself and your colleagues safe. It covers your individual and employer’s responsibilities, including what you can do if you think anyone’s
Site Supervisors' Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)…
This two-day SSSTS course is for site supervisors. You will learn about your legal responsibilities regarding health, safety, welfare and environmental issues.
About the Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test
The CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test is an important way for construction workers to show they can work safely. For employers, having workers who have passed the CITB HS&E test is assurance that their workforce can keep themselves an
Health and Safety Awareness Site Safety Plus
This 1-day introductory course for health and safety is for people who are new to the construction and civil engineering industries. It teaches you the main health and safety issues on construction sites and how these affect your role. It is also
Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS and…
This course is for you if you’re considering, or already have, supervisory responsibilities.
Plant Mechanic Apprenticeship Level 2 Construction…
Typically 18 to 24 months working towards the apprenticeship standard, a minimum of 20% of this time is to be completed as off the job training. College attendance is completed in blocks of 1-4 weeks duration and counts towards the off the job
Our Councils - Membership & National Insights
Scope and objectives of the Nation Councils, and members of our Nation Councils
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
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 25 November 2020
Today’s email contains details on the opportunities available to help shape various Standards; an update on the sale of one of our colleges; news from the Government’s Spending Review; and finally, a reminder of our virtual meetings offer.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 7 April 2020
Today's update focuses on funding and support and the contact we’ve had with employers over the past few weeks.
Net zero action plan
Net zero action plan
East Midlands
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the East Midlands
Parker scoops gold with help from CITB
Investors in People rank Parker Plant in the top 20 management organisations in the world in their award level
A-Z of National Construction College (NCC) courses
Browse A-Z of all CITB's NCC courses
Audit and Risk Committee
Find out about the Audit and Risk Committee who ensure that CITB is properly managing risk.
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.
Health and safety policy
See how CITB protects the health, safety, and wellbeing at work of all its employees
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.
Open Doors: An important opportunity for industry
Zara Edmondson from Kier reveals the value of taking part in Open Doors and why more businesses should get on board.
Leadership and Management training with CITB
Leadership and management are key skills for all construction sites and an area where the industry has identified a need for greater support and training. CITB has a range of different resources from short course grants to funded ILM qualifications
Bespoke research services
Our bespoke research services help customers and industry stakeholders to benefit from each other’s experience and deliver positive, profitable outcomes.
CITB extends support for apprentices through Covid-19
CITB is offering support to help find a new employer for any displaced apprentice as part of a raft of new measures to keep skills within industry.
The 14 best things about a construction apprenticeship
Hundreds of thousands of students in England, Wales and Northern Ireland have today (23 August) been receiving their long-awaited GCSE results and will now be planning their next steps. At CITB we love construction apprenticeships, so we’ve come
Scotland Apprenticeships eligible for grant
The apprenticeships listed below are eligible for a CITB grant.
Surface Preparation Operative
The following information for the Surface Preparation Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Liquid Roofing Operative
The following information for the Liquid Roofing Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Single Ply Roofing Installation Operative
The following information for the Single Ply Roofing Installation Operative course outlines key details such as the modules, dates and booking contact details.
Wales Apprenticeships eligible for grant
The apprenticeships listed below are eligible for a CITB grant.
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).
D: High risk activities
Get high risk activities guidance for health and safety from our list of organisations and websites.
Drone technology in the construction and engineering…
Drone technology in the construction and engineering environments