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CISRS Scaffolding Part 2
This 10 day course is for people who have spent at least six months on site since passing the CISRS Scaffolding part 1 course. You will learn how to safely erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding structures, working as part of a team.
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
CITB-funded Right to Work films will “uphold the…
Training videos aimed at preventing illegal working and modern slavery in the construction sector have been launched.
Level 2 CISRS Practical Skills Assessment
This 1 day CISRS assessment is suitable for scaffolders who have previously passed the Part 1 and Part 2 for Tube and Fitting or System Scaffold courses and have acquired the necessary practical experience. It will assess and verify your knowledge
CISRS Scaffolder Refresher Course (2 days)
This course is for people looking to renew a CISRS Scaffolder card (blue) and a CISRS Advanced Scaffolder card (gold). This course will refresh your existing knowledge, make you fully aware of changes in legislation and good working practices, to
Workmanship and quality
Workmanship and quality
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
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 2 June 2020
Today’s email includes news of the Construction Leadership Council (CLC)-led Recovery plan, which was launched yesterday. There is also an update on the future of our support measure to pay apprenticeship attendance grants in advance, during the
How to complete your Levy Return
How to complete your Levy Return
Third party booking agent resale policy
CITB's approach to third party resellers of the Health Safety & Environment and CPCS Renewal tests
Qualification Grant Options Available
Find information about advanced, specialist and grants for other construction industry qualifications
Scaffolding & Access Courses at the NCC
CISRS courses to get carded and SITS.
Lean practitioner module 2: Leading Improvement Projects
The purpose of this standard is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to support the following: The workshop is designed to build the Lean Practitioners’ confidence in their ability to lead their project while also reassuring them
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).
Upcoming NCC Courses & Special Offers
Last minute courses
Terms of funding - Structured fund
This is a supporting legal document which you should read before completing an application form.
Environmental policy
CITB recognises we have a global climate emergency and that we must take action, amongst other interventions, to limit future global greenhouse gas emissions to help restrict future changes in the climate system.
CITB Grants Scheme
Find out how grants are awarded and when you can claim them
A-Z of National Construction College (NCC) courses
Browse A-Z of all CITB's NCC courses
“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
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
East Midlands
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the East Midlands
Disbanded committees
Information on past committees is kept for historical purposes
Levy Calculator (Guide for What You May Pay)
Levy Calculator
Previous Freedom Of Information requests
Previous Freedom Of Information requests
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.
Net zero action plan
Net zero action plan
Terms of bidding for the Skills and Training fund
This is a supporting legal document which you should read before completing an application form.
West Midlands
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the West Midlands
Confidentiality in student health and welfare
This policy is intended for all those involved in student health and welfare, whether as a member of the welfare team or the training staff, for whom confidentiality may be an issue, and is intended to promote greater consistency in the way
Funding restrictions for the Flexible fund
Please review the restrictions below carefully, to ensure your application will be eligible for funding through the Flexible fund.
Terms of bidding for the Skills and Training fund
This is a supporting legal document which you should read before completing an application form.
Act now or waste a generation of potential
A blog by Steve Radley, CITB Strategy and Policy Director. This article first appeared in Construction News.
Members of the board
Find out who the members of the CITB Board are and which sector of the industry they represent.
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 – 7 May 2020
Today’s email includes an opportunity to take part in a feedback survey on this update, a refresh on CITB’s support measures for industry during COVID-19 and Billy’s 10 Marathons in May, a unique fundraiser for the nation’s NHS heroes by a
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
Who Should Register for Grants & Funding?
Definition of a construction employer and the trades classed as construction for the CITB levy
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 7 April 2021
This week we launch the Nation Plans, detailing skills priorities for England, Scotland and Wales. There is also a reminder that the deadline is this Sunday to have your say in our Levy proposals consultation, and news that hundreds of Level 3
Funding restrictions for the Skills and Training fund
Please review the restrictions below carefully, to ensure your application will be eligible for funding.
CISRS Advanced Scaffolding
This 10 day CISRS course is for people who hold the CISRS Scaffolder Card (blue card). You will learn how to safely erect, alter and dismantle complex scaffolding structures, working as part of a team.
Terms of bidding for the Flexible and Structured funds
This is a supporting legal document which you should read before completing an application form.
CSN Industry Outlook - 2021-2025
The Construction Skills Network (CSN) provides insights into the UK construction economy and its labour market intelligence.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 23 June 2020
Today’s email includes news of our new CITB eCourses and the results of recent surveys of employers and training providers – research like this guides our decision-making as to support for industry at this time.
Green roofs
The purpose of this standard is to provide the candidate with the knowledge and skills to install Green roofs onto an existing liquid roofing system.
CISRS Experienced Worker Practical Assessment (EWPA)
This 2 day course is for scaffolders who couldn’t complete the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ because they were unable to collect evidence for their portfolio. It also includes the CISRS Level 2 1 day Practical Skills Assessment/Final Assessment On successful
Equality and diversity policy
The policy covers CITB requirements for equality of opportunity, diversity and considerations for special access and particular assessment requirements for delegates and candidates.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 31 March 2021
Today’s email details the publication of our business plan, the reinstatement of our plant grant, the Construction Leadership Council’s People Survey, and a reminder to have your say in our Levy consultation.
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
Terms of funding: Skills and Training fund
This is a supporting legal document which you should read before completing an application form.