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“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

BAM Nuttall

Civil engineering firm BAM Nuttall had to find a way to replenish a dwindling talent pipeline. Step forward Susan Fletcher and the National Skills Academy for Construction. Susan Fletcher had been in banking for 26 years before she decided to make

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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

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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

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

Structured fund

One of three CITB funds, it supports projects where CITB has identified a need for investment.

The Training Provider Network

The Training Provider Network (TPN) enables us to work together to make training more accessible and improve quality. A collaboration between CITB and training providers across Britain, the network makes it easier for construction industry employers

Employer Networks

Employer Networks are an initiative set up and funded by CITB aiming to simplify the way you get the support and funding you need to access the training you want. It’s all part of the service. Collectively employers are shaping the way funds

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

CPCS Tester Course

This course is suited to trainers or very experienced operators. For anyone considering a career in testing within the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS), this course is an ideal starting point. The Tester Course is for people who wish

Locations

Find out where our locations are across the UK

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.

Fraudulent Construction Scheme Cards [Fake Vs Genuine]

Construction scheme card fraud is a serious issue for the industry. We work closely with the police and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to gather evidence to prosecute fraudulent behaviour and bring criminals to account. We are also committed to

Plant Training Standards Review

The Standards Team works with subject matter experts from across the industry to standardise plant training via Plant Working Groups (WG). The development of the plant training standards will help to ensure that the training required by the

What we do

Find out how to build a better Britain, we promote and inspire people to join a diverse industry.

Accommodation and facilities for NCC East

The National Construction College (NCC) East campus, located in the heart of Norfolk, can provide comfortable onsite accommodation for visitors and trainees. We also cater for companies looking for training courses with dedicated conference rooms,

Industry Impact Fund

The Industry Impact Fund is aimed at construction employers looking to make a positive difference to the construction industry by developing solutions to key challenges faced by the workforce across the UK. The fund launched April 2023 and is the

Eco Operator: Plant Machinery

This 1 day course is for experienced operators looking for a formal qualification. You will discover how to save money on fuel bills by understanding and using the features of your plant, including operating a telescopic handler, 360° excavator,

Asbestos

Learn why asbestos is such a dangerous material and how you practice safe handling of asbestos

Competence Frameworks

Competence Frameworks will set out and define the core competence requirements for individuals across the built environment. They are made up of a Route to Competence and a SKEB document (Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Behaviour) and an