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On-site Assessment Workshop NCC
Assessment Services offers on-site assessment for experienced operatives, supervisors and managers. These assessments recognize existing skills, knowledge and experience against a nationally recognized qualification. Holding an NVQ enables you to
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 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 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
Courses and qualifications
Courses and qualifications
Levy, grants and funding
Levy, grants and funding
Management & Supervisory Courses at the NCC
The National Construction College offers management courses tailored to the needs of the construction industry. Courses are designed to fit around a busy work schedule so you're never off site for too long. Construction ILM, NVQ in site management,
Testing, inspecting and thorough examination occupations…
The suite contains National Occupational Standards (NOS) for engineers, technicians, operatives and supervisors. They relate to: law responsibilities inspections record keeping and defect reports.
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course
This SMSTS course is for project managers, site managers and supervisors, business owners and clients. You will gain an understanding of health, safety, welfare and environmental issues on construction sites.
Plant Operations Courses at the NCC
CPCS plant courses to get carded, Plant management and more
National Construction College (NCC) Information
CITB - National Construction College (NCC)
Checklists and forms
Checklists and forms to accompany the GE700 publication are listed in the categories below, as well as forms for GE707. These documents are free to download.
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.
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
Course Booker Full Course Listing
Course Booker Full Course Listing
National Occupational Standards
How do National Occupational Standards (NOS) benefit the construction industry? Amongst other things, the NOS ensure that NVQs and SVQs are more robust and consistent. Between 2020 and 2021 over 70,000 people in construction across the UK achieved
“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
“Apprentices are V&C’s future”
Barry Mason is Apprentice and Training Manager for V&C (SW) Limited, a family-run business, specialising in painting & decorating, dry lining & tiling. Barry began his career as a CITB apprentice and has enjoyed a variety of roles since, includ
East Midlands
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the East Midlands
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.
Standards Enquiries for Delivering Training
Enquire about an existing standard by completing the form
Net zero action plan
Net zero action plan
A-Z of National Construction College (NCC) courses
Browse A-Z of all CITB's NCC courses
East of England
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in East of England
South West
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the South West
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
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.
Highway maintenance apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to start a career in civil engineering specialising in highways, and want to gain professional experience and an academic qualification. You will learn how to build, maintain and repair public
Formwork apprenticeship course
This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain an academic qualification in formwork, while gaining professional experience. Formworkers shape wood, metal and other materials, which become moulds into which concrete or similar materials
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
CPCS Crane Supervisor A62
This course will enable you to undertake the duties of a crane supervisor as defined by the appointed person. You will learn how to comply with legislation, regulations, Codes of Practice and industrial requirements. You gain the CPCS trained
CPCS Excavator 180° Wheeled
This nine-day course is for people with limited or no experience of using 180 degree wheeled excavators. You will learn to operate and maintain machines above and below 5 tonnes. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained
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.
Site manager training package
The project will deliver a package of training that will enable companies to upskill existing workers from the IOWCTG membership that is experiencing a shortage of qualified site managers.
CPCS Tower Crane A04a & b
This 9 day course is for people with limited or no experience of using tower cranes. It teaches you how to operate a tower crane safely and productively. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card)
Short-period qualification grant
We pay grants for the achievement of approved short-period qualifications which take less than one year to complete that are focussed on the core construction skills needed across the industry.
“Construction is a really good career choice”
Mum-of-two Ceri Camilleri spent 20 years in teaching before switching careers and entering the world of construction. CITB Wales spoke to Ceri, at our Employer Roadshow in Cardiff.
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.
CPCS Dump Truck with Articulated Chassis
This course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a dump truck with an articulated chassis. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
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.
CPCS Tower Crane A04a & b
This 9 day course is for people with limited or no experience of using tower cranes. It teaches you how to operate a tower crane safely and productively. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card)
CPCS Mini Excavator A58
This 6 day course is for people with limited or no experience of using mini excavators. It's also suitable for people who have some experience, but need a formal qualification. You will learn to operate and maintain a mini excavator, including
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
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.
CPCS Excavator 360° Tracked (9 days)
This course is for people with limited or no experience of operating a 360 degree tracked excavator above 10 tonnes. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
CPCS Telescopic Handler A17 (5 days)
This course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a telescopic handler. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
CPCS Excavator 360° Tracked (9 days)
This course is for people with limited or no experience of operating a 360 degree tracked excavator above 10 tonnes. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
NVQ/SVQ Level 3 CISRS Practical Skills Assessment
This 2 day CISRC assessment is designed to assess your scaffolding knowledge and expertise. It is suitable for scaffolders who have worked on site for at least six months since passing the Advanced Scaffolding course and hold an S/NVQ level 3
Types of Construction Apprenticeships We Offer
Find out about the different types of apprenticeships available
CPCS Ride on Road Roller A31 (4 days)
This course is for people with limited or no experience of using pedestrian operated tower cranes. It teaches you how to operate a pedestrian operated tower crane safely and productively. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS