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“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.
Apprenticeship grants for intermediate, advanced and…
We pay grants for attendance and achievements on approved intermediate, advanced and higher Apprenticeship Frameworks in England where an apprentice started prior to 1 August 2020.
CITB paying apprenticeship grants in advance
CITB is paying in advance apprenticeship attendance grants for second and third year apprentices to help keep skills within the construction industry amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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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
Industry Consultation (Consensus) - Who is consulted?
Industry consultation (Consensus)
Short training Standards search
Short course standards and grant rate search
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
Fragile roofs
Learn about the dangers of fragile roofs and how to take precautions when working on them
Applying for the Short duration achievement grants
Levy-registered employers can apply for CITB grants for approved Short duration courses (training that lasts from a minimum of 3 hours to maximum 29 days).
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 30 March 2020
Today's key messages are on online Site Safety training and a checklist for Apprentice Safety on Site.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 25 March 2020
Today's key messages are on: how employers can claim apprenticeship grants in advance and sharing signposting information for employers.
Applying for short course grants
CITB Registered employers can apply for CITB grants for approved short courses (training that lasts from a minimum of 3 hours to maximum 29 days).
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 19 May 2020
Today's messages focus on Mental Health Awareness Week; the range of sources and support available and an update on the CLC Site Operating Procedures.
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
Apply for a CITB Apprenticeship
Find out what steps you need to take to get your apprenticeship
CITB highlights 2018
The launch of our bold, industry-backed, three- year Business Plan was one of many highlights during a busy reforming year for CITB.
How to complete your Levy Return
How to complete your Levy Return
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 31 March 2020
Today's key messages are on a Video Summary of our COVID-19 industry support packages to date and information on CITB’s Toolbox Talks.
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Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 27 March 2020
Today's key messages are: repeating the important information about our levy suspension, take-up of advanced apprenticeship grants; the Government’s Self-employment income support scheme and CLC site operating procedures.
Short duration achievement grants
We pay grants for the achievement of approved short courses, which last from 3 hours to 29 days and are focused on the core construction skills needed across the industry.
About CITB Apprenticeships
Everything you need to know about becoming a CITB Apprentice
“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
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.
Response to challenges from Hudson Contract
In light of recent challenges from Hudson Contract, CITB have released a statement.
Annual review, report and accounts
Annual Report and Accounts 2022-2023. This year we set out to respond to feedback we received from the last Consensus and the unique workforce circumstances surrounding construction. Firstly, we empowered employers by giving them a greater say on
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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
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Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 2 April 2020
Today's update is focused on wellbeing and providing support for the NHS.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 21 May 2020
Today’s email includes news on the latest number of Test Centres to re-open in England; a new Buildathon competition winner; and a refresh on CITB’s support measures for industry.
Levy registration review form | CITB
Only complete this form if you are an employer but believe that your business is not wholly or mainly engaged in construction industry activities. If your business is not an employer please email us at levy.grant@citb.co.uk and do not complete this
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
Trainee numbers survey 2001/2002
Trainee numbers survey 2001/2002
Find an Internet Test Centre (ITC)
On this page, how to use the map, list of Internet Test Centres by location. ITC map.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 28 May 2020
Today’s email includes news of a Site Safety Plus milestone; a reminder of the support documents available to you; and a refresh on CITB’s support measures for industry.
Long qualification grant
We pay grants for approved higher level qualifications which take more than a year to complete and that focus on the core construction skills needed across the industry.
Trainee numbers survey 2004/2005
Trainee numbers survey 2004/2005
Anglesey schoolgirls learn construction’s technical side
Girls get an enjoyable insight into the construction industry’s huge array of career opportunities on Read Construction’s Ysgol Y Garnedd site in Bangor.
Scottish construction apprenticeships come out on top,…
Figures recently released by Skills Development Scotland (SDS) indicate construction apprenticeships have bounced back from the pandemic, stronger than ever.
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
“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
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Support material to help you and your team remain safe
Construction Workforce Outlook | CITB
This interactive tool provides insights into the UK construction economy and its future labour requirements.
Green Careers Week - Every job is a green job
The first ever Green Careers Week takes place this month. The aim of the campaign, which runs from November 07-12 is to shine a light on green career pathways. CITB has just published a dynamic Net Zero Action Plan which looks at the construction
Construction’s biggest challenge
I’d like to start this blog by thanking everyone who has completed their CITB Levy Return. Let’s be honest, paperwork is not an enticing task. However, it is a vitally important one where the Levy is concerned. So, to all those who have met
Levy registration review form | CITB | Appeals
Only complete this form if you are an employer but believe that your business is not wholly or mainly engaged in construction industry activities. If your business is not an employer please email us at levy.grant@citb.co.uk.
Free online Covid-19 e-course launched by CITB
A new e-course was launched last week by CITB, titled Covid-19: Setting up and operating a safe construction site (External link - Opens in a new tab or window).