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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.
Levy, grants and funding
Levy, grants and funding
Tendering and procurement
Find out how we purchase services, plus how to register, stay up to date and respond to tenders.
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
About the CITB Levy - Does it apply to you & cost?
About the CITB Levy
Advertised current frameworks
Information about a framework issued before our move to electronic tendering and therefore currently remaining open through this website.
Do you provide accredited training standards?
You can help improve the delivery of training to the construction industry by becoming a CITB Recognised Organisation.
Structured fund
One of three CITB funds, it supports projects where CITB has identified a need for investment.
CPCS Ride on Road Roller A31 (5 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
Asbestos
Learn why asbestos is such a dangerous material and how you practice safe handling of asbestos
CITB: Construction Industry Training Board
CITB is the Industry Training Board for the construction industry and a partner in ConstructionSkills, the Sector Skills Council, devoted to building competitive advantage for the construction industry and the people who work in it
Card schemes
Learn about other recognised construction card schemes. Find information about applying for and renewing cards, including CSCS and CPCS.
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).
How to complete your Levy Return
How to complete your Levy Return
CPCS Forward Tipping Dumper Wheeled A09 (4 days)
This course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a wheeled forward tipping dumper. On passing the technical tests, we will apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on your behalf.
Comments, compliments and complaints
Comments, compliments and complaints. Your feedback matters to us and we listen carefully to all comments, compliments and complaints.
Guidance for registering onto a SAP
Find out how to register a new entrant onto a specialist applied-skills programme (SAP)
Plant standards and grants
New plant training standards and grants were launched from Monday 31 July 2023. Employers must use an Approved Training Organisation to receive grant for the new plant training standards.
Get ready for the new Grants Scheme
3 April 2018. I’m sure there’s something famous that happened on that date. Here at CITB that’s the date that we will launch our new Construction Training Directory, Construction Training Register and Grants Scheme.
South West
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the South West
New roads and street works act (NRSWA) 1991: Refresher
This two-day course is for both operatives and supervisors who already hold the New Roads and Street Works Card. Anyone carrying out work on the public highways must be reassessed every 5 years.
East Midlands
Find out about financial support, training and events for your business in the East Midlands
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.
Basic Competency Programme
The project will address the roofing industry training needs by bringing together the main roofing industry stakeholders, the 12 regional roof training groups and 11 major roofing trade associations to develop and roll out a basic competency
Join the new Levy Strategy Committee
CITB Director of Policy and Strategy Steve Radley explains how to join the Levy Strategy Committee.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 11 March 2021
As face-to-face education gradually begins to return across the countries, today I would like to update you on the phased reopening of the National Construction Colleges and more remote learning courses coming soon; the Construction Leadership
Routeways into construction
CITB invites bids from organisations representing sectors within the construction industry. We are looking to fund projects which develop and test pathways for entering into and progressing within sectors of the industry.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update – 22 July 2020
Today’s email includes a reminder to register for the Government’s Construction Talent Retention Scheme. We also encourage you to have your say about the support needed to help achieve net zero.
Funded project results
Funded project results
Responding to industry’s fire safety needs
One word explains why modern fire safety skills are more vital than ever for every UK construction worker: Grenfell. The review recommended action to improve the lack of basic fire safety awareness in the construction and buildings maintenance
Come along to CITB roadshows this Spring
Construction employers are being invited to attend the latest roadshows to shape how CITB serves industry and meets employers' training priorities.
Yorkshire and Humber
Yorkshire and Humber
Giving construction leaders skills to drive digital…
Giving construction leaders skills to drive digital transformation
CITB: Construction Industry Training Board
CITB is the Industry Training Board for the construction industry and a partner in ConstructionSkills, the Sector Skills Council, devoted to building competitive advantage for the construction industry and the people who work in it
Resources
Support material to help you and your team remain safe
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.
Three-step guide to using digital in your construction…
Digital technologies - such as virtual reality and wearable technology - have the potential to increase productivity, transform efficiency and help attract a new generation of talent to the sector. But change needs to accelerate.
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 – 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
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.
Specialist Applied-skills Programme (SAP) grant
We pay grant for learners on the Specialist Applied-skills Programme (SAPs). These programmes last 18 months and contain several related modules, leading to a Level 2 or 3 National or Scottish Vocational Qualification (NVQ or SVQ).
Improving performance through better procurement…
Structured fund for improving performance through better procurement approaches commission
Temporary works companion content
Temporary works companion content
Timber frame competency award scheme online audit system
The project will expand on previous work completed and will produce a series of Timber Frame Competency Award Scheme booklets
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 25 February 2021
The pandemic continues to dominate the news, so it's good news that each country's roadmap away from lockdown is becoming clearer and we have the positive news about the vaccine rollout.
Women in construction – changing the face of construction …
The project will address gender diversity in construction, focusing on Crossrail and Tideway and key construction projects in London and Birmingham.
Industry acts to protect apprenticeships – but no time…
Thousands of apprentices’ employment has been protected by construction’s pandemic response effort – but industry leaders are today warning more needs to be done to retain vital skills.
Covid-19: CITB chief exec update - 11 November 2020
Today’s email brings news about the Skills and Training Fund; the Talent Retention Scheme; and our consultation on Training Group support; plus ways in which CITB is combating fraud, and the Lighthouse Club Christmas Cracker promotion.
CITB calls on industry to shape Plant standards and…
Employers are being asked to get involved in a review of Plant Short Duration Training Standards and Grant support. The review is being carried out by CITB with the aim of simplifying access to plant grants for employers whilst maintaining high
England Apprenticeship grants
The CITB contributes funding for attendance and achievement on approved apprenticeships in England.