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CITB – your localconstruction training provider As the training arm of CITB, the National Construction College is uniquely focusedon creating a highly skilled, safe and professional workforce.

We have eight regional campus locations with specialist facilities, such as scaffolding, plantand roong, plus a unique purpose-built tunnelling and underground construction facility inIlford. We also deliver most of our health and safety, leadership, and training and assessmentcourses locally or on site across the UK. All of our instructors have valuable industry experienceand we can offer free professional advice on nding the right training for your company includingtailor-made training packages and in-house delivery.


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l How to book a course..........................................................................8l Setting the standard ..............................................................................9l Course suitability ................... ....................... ...................... ................. 10l National Construction College Apprentice Awards ................. 16l Apprenticeships .................... ....................... ...................... ................. 17l Construction Apprenticeships ..................... ...................... ............. 19l Specialist Apprenticeships .................... ...................... ..................... 25l Roong Apprenticeships .................... ...................... ...................... .. 26l Plant Apprenticeships..................................... ...................... ............. 29l Access Apprenticeships ..................... ...................... ...................... .. 33l Tunnelling Apprenticeships ...................... ...................... ................. 34l Assessment Services ....................... ...................... ...................... ...... 37l Levelling, Surveying and Setting Out .................... ...................... .. 42l Construction and Specialist Building .................... ...................... .. 45l Health and Safety ...................... ....................... ...................... ............. 57l Leadership and Management ...................... ...................... ............. 69l Teaching, Instruction and Coaching ...................... ...................... .. 77l Plant Maintenance .................... ....................... ...................... ............. 83l Plant Operations................................ ...................... ...................... ...... 87l Scaffolding and Access ...................................................................109l Tunnelling and Underground Construction ....................... .......123l Useful contact numbers .................................................................134l Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) .................... ...............135

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“You will receive top quality training and gain valuableindustry expertise. Our promise to you is to deliver aworkforce that is skilled, condent and has practicalexperience, ensuring that you get a maximum returnon investment.”

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National Construction College (East)Bircham Newton, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 6RH

FacilitiesConstruction Apprenticeships; Specialist Apprenticeships;Plant Apprenticeships; Construction and SpecialistBuilding; Health and Safety; Leadership andManagement; Plant Maintenance; Scaffolding andAccess; Levelling and Setting Out.Telephone: 0344 994 4433Fax: 0300 456 7997Email: [email protected] Parking: On site parking

Travelling times1 hour 30 minutes from Peterborough2 hours from Cambridge3 hours from London

National Construction College (Scotland)4 Fountain Avenue, Inchinnan Business Park,Inchinnan, Renfrewshire PA4 9RQ

FacilitiesConstruction Apprenticeships; Specialist Apprenticeships;Plant Apprenticeships; Roong Apprenticeships;Leadership and Management; Plant Maintenance;Scaffolding and Access; Levelling and Setting Out.

Telephone: 0344 994 8800Fax: 0344 994 8801Email: [email protected] Parking: On site parking

Travelling times20 minutes from Glasgow50 minutes from Stirling1 hour 20 minutes from Edinburgh

National Construction College (Midlands)83 Lifford Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham B30 3JH

FacilitiesConstruction Apprenticeships; Roong Apprenticeships;Construction and Specialist Building; Health and Safety;Scaffolding and Access.Telephone: 0300 456 5625Fax: 0121 459 8330Email: [email protected] Parking: Limited parking

Travelling times15 minutes from Birmingham

25 minutes from Bromsgrove40 minutes from Coventry

National Construction College (Central)in association with JCBLadyhole Lane, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1LR

FacilitiesPlant Operations.Telephone: 0121 459 8000/0121 459 2948Fax: 0121 459 2948Email: [email protected]

Parking: On site parkingTravelling times20 minutes from Derby1 hour from Nottingham1 hour 15 minutes from Birmingham

National Construction College (South)Manor Road, Erith, Kent DA8 2AD

FacilitiesRoong Apprenticeships; Construction and SpecialistBuilding; Scaffolding and Access.Telephone: 0300 456 5333Fax: 01322 332 358Email: [email protected] Parking: On site parking

Travelling times15 minutes from Dartford45 minutes from Central London

1 hour and 15 minutes from Watford

Tunnelling and Underground Construction Academy (TUCA)Lugg Approach, Ilford, London E12 5LN

FacilitiesTunnelling; Plant Mainten ance; Plant Operations;Health and Safety; Leadership and Management.Telephone: 0203 197 5002Website: tuca.ac.uk

Email: [email protected] Parking: Disabled parking only, no on site parkingavailable

Travelling times15 minutes from Romford25 minutes from Central London25 minutes from Waltham Abbey

Specialist training requires specialist locationsThat’s why we’ve developed state of the art, real-life training environments in scaffolding,plant, roong, tunnelling and underground construction at various locations across theUK. This helps to ensure that trainees can incorporate their learning as soon as they getback on site.

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National Construction College(Waltham Forest)Hollydown Way, Leytonstone, London E11 4DD

FacilitiesPlant Apprenticeships; Construction and SpecialistBuilding; Health and Safety; Scaffolding and Access.Telephone: 0208 539 8729Fax: 0208 539 8729Email: [email protected] Parking: Limited parking

Travelling times25 minutes from Central London

45 minutes from Watford45 minutes from St Albans

Coleg MenaiColeg Menai, Lon Talwrn, Llangefni LL77 7HY

FacilitiesPlant Operations.Telephone: 01248 383323

Travelling times25 minutes from Caernarfon30 minutes from Bangor35 minutes from Conwy

Your local support teamOur UK-wide team of Senior Training Co-ordinators (STCs)can support and advise businesses wishing to make multiplebookings or organise their own in-company or bespoketraining. The team can assist with providing advice andguidance linked to the development and delivery of trainingplans and give advice in relation to funding that may beavailable to help offset costs.

North West and North Wales regionJohn Woodne 07867 [email protected]

Midlands regionJo Bowditch 07824 [email protected]

South West and South Wales regionKate Parkinson 07826 [email protected]

South Central regionPlease contact us on 0344 994 4433, so thatwe can put you in touch with your nearestSenior Training Co-ordinator.

ScotlandJohn Bissett 07826 [email protected]

Yorkshire, Humber andNorth East regionKaren Froggatt 07767 [email protected]

North Midlands regionAndrea Russell 07788 [email protected]

East regionAndrea Lorking 07824 [email protected]

London and South East regionIain Corcoran 07775 [email protected]

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Uniquely at the National Construction College, as well as ourown outstanding real life training environments, we also haveexcellent accommodation and facilities for you.

The National Construction College at Bircham Newton,King’s Lynn, offers a range of en-suite bedrooms with a TV in

every room. You can also enjoy our campus dining facilitiesincluding a restaurant for main meals, as well as a CostaCoffee offering pastries and paninis along with a variety ofcoffees and other beverages.

There is a bar, swimming pool and a fully equipped gymon the campus along with a superb conference facility, TheBirches, offering meeting rooms and conference suites.

Our instructorsOur instructors are all construction expertswith years of work experience in theindustry. They are all extremely wellqualied, with excellent teachingcredentials and are dedicatedto providing you with the besttraining, to continue to deliverthe skilled workforcethat is vital to our industry,both now and in the future.

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In-company andbespoke training

We can provide training at yourcompany’s premises or at any locationof your choice for a selection of courses.We also offer tailored courses coveringeverything from general constructionthrough to health and safety.

We work closely with you to identifyyour needs and produce a bespoketraining programme which will ensurethat you get the maximum return onyour investment. We provide training forall levels, from apprentices through tosenior managers.

Our Leadership and ManagementDiagnostic Tool will enable us to identifywhich management and supervisory skillsyou need.

Please call us on 0344 994 4433 todiscuss your requirements.

Who we work withAt CITB we work with thousands of employers every year, ranging from smallcompanies through to large multi-nationals. Here are just some of the organisationswho benet from our products and services:


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General enquiriesWe are also able to offer training advice and guidance on thebest options to meet your training needs, based on your personalcircumstances. Our friendly team of advisers are available (withthe exception of Bank Holidays):

Monday to Thursday from 8am – 5pm

Friday from 8am – 4pm

A telephone answering service is available outside of these hours.

EmailEnquiries can also be made by emailing us [email protected]

How to book a courseOnlineOur website citb.co.uk/training provides the latest informationon course dates and special offers. Most of our courses can bebooked directly online.

By phoneFor detailed information on CITB training courses provided by theNational Construction College and to book a course, call us on0344 994 4433.


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Setting the standardCITB and the National Construction College have received a wide range of industrycertications and awards, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high standards.

National Construction College awards include:

• ISO 9001:2008 Business Management System Certi cation

• British Safety Council (2005, 2012 and 2013) - Five Star Award for Health and Safety Management*

- Sword of Honour for Health and Safety Management

• Matrix Standard Certi cation for Information Advice and Guidance

• OHSAS 18001:2007 Health and Safety Management System Certi cation

• ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Certi cation

• Recognised for Excellence

• Equality and Diversity Award

• Investors In People.*By achieving a mark of 98 per cent in the British Safety Council (BSC) Five Star Health and Safety Audit, the NationalConstruction College Scotland gained one of the highest ever scores for this internationally recognised award.

MembershipWe are members of the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) andof the Association of Colleges (AoC).


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Who is suitable for which courseThis Course Programme has a colour-coded box next to eachcourse to outline what level each course is best suited to.

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Assessment ServiceOn Site NVQ/SVQ Assessment WorkshopOn Site NVQ/SVQ Assessment

Construction and SpecialistBuildingLevelling for ConstructionIntroduction to Setting OutIntermediate Surveying and Setting OutAdvanced Surveying and Setting Out –including GPSNew Roads and Street Works Act(NRSWA) 1991 – OperativesNew Roads and Street Works Act(NRSWA) 1991 RefresherNew Roads and Street Works Act(NRSWA) 1991 Additional modulesExcavation Support for Timber Trenchesand ShaftsExcavation Support Using HydraulicProprietary ShoringEUSR Utilities Excavation SupportCategories 3 and 4EUSR Utilities Excavation Support

Category 5Safe Entry into Conned SpacesNew Entrants/Graduates – Core TradeAwarenessAbrasive Wheels

External Wall Insulation (EWI) Pre-Course(Novices/New Entrants)External Wall Insulation (EWI) BoarderInstallerExternal Wall Insulation (EWI) Render/FinisherPassive House Tradesperson AccreditedCourse

Health and SafetyHealth and Safety AwarenessOccupational Health – Stay Well at Work Asbestos Awareness

Plant MaintenancePortable Appliance Testing (PAT)Welding TechniquesTest and InspectionTrack and Undercarriage InspectionLoading and Movement of Trailers andMobile Towable Units

Plant OperationsSlinger/Signaller CPCS Code A40Tower Crane CPCS Code A04Endorsement A – Trolley Jib B – Lufng JibMobile Crane CPCS Code A60 – All DutiesCrawler Crane CPCS Code A02Endorsement B – All DutiesPedestrian Operated Tower CraneCPCS Code A63Crane Supervisor CPCS Code A62Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)

CPCS Code A61Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36Endorsement A – Hook Management of Lifting Operations inConstructionExcavator 180° Wheeled CPCS Code A12Above 5 Tonnes (including A10 – Below5 Tonnes)Excavator 360° Tracked CPCS Code A59– Above 10 TonnesMini Excavator CPCS Code A58– Below 10 TonnesLifting with Excavators CPCS Code A59C

Safe Use of Quick HitchesDump Truck – Articulated Chassis CPCSCode A56 Endorsement B – All sizesForward Tipping Dumpers – WheeledCPCS Code A09

Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17Endorsement C (All Sizes Excluding360° Slew)Wheeled Loading Shovel CPCS Code A21Ride On Road Roller CPCS Code A31Eco OperatorExcavator Banksman Roles andResponsibilitiesPlant and Vehicle MarshallerCPCS Code A73Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– IPAFMobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– PAL+ CardManaging and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)Managing and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)RefresherCPCS TesterNVQ/SVQ Assessment and VericationService


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Scaffolding and AccessCISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 – Tube andFitting or System ScaffoldCISRS Scaffolding Part 2 – Tube andFitting or System ScaffoldCISRS Advanced ScaffoldingCISRS Two-day Product KnowledgeCoursesCISRS Level 2 Practical Skills Assessment(Scaffolder) – Tube and Fitting or SystemScaffoldCISRS Experienced Worker PracticalAssessment Route (EWPAR) ScaffoldingAdvanced Level 3 CISRS Practical SkillsAssessment CISRS Basic Access System ErectorPASMA (Mobile Towers)CISRS Scaffolding Inspection TrainingScheme (SITS)CISRS Advanced Scaffolding InspectionTraining Scheme (Advanced SITS)TG20:13 Principal Changes

Tunnelling and UndergroundConstructionSprayed Concrete Lining (SC L) Trainingand Assessment Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) ConcreteTechnology for OperativesSprayed Concrete Lining (SC L) WaterproofMembrane AwarenessTunnel Safety Card (TSC) Training and Test Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised SystemsTrailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised Systems RefresherCPCS Loco Assessment CPCS Loco Training and Assessment Overhead Gantry Crane OperatorTraining and Advanced Slinger/SignallerTechniquesConned Space Entry with EscapeBreathing ApparatusTunnel Entry and Emergency ProceduresSelf-contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA)Self-contained Breathing Apparatus

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Construction and SpecialistBuildingLevelling for ConstructionIntroduction to Setting OutIntermediate Surveying and Setting OutAdvanced Surveying and Setting Out –including GPSNew Roads and Street Works Act(NRSWA) 1991 – SupervisorsNew Roads and Street Works Act(NRSWA) 1991 RefresherNew Roads and Street Works Act(NRSWA) 1991 Additional modulesTemporary Works Supervisor

Temporary Works Co-ordinatorExcavation Support for Timber Trenchesand ShaftsExcavation Support Using HydraulicProprietary ShoringEUSR Utilities Excavation SupportCategories 3 and 4EUSR Utilities Excavation SupportCategory 5Safe Entry into Conned SpacesSupervisors and Engineers: ConcreteAppreciationAbrasive WheelsExternal Wall Insulation (EWI) BoarderInstallerPassive House Tradesperson AccreditedCourse

Health and SafetySite Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme(SSSTS)Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme(SSSTS) Refresher

Site Environmental Awareness SafetyTraining Scheme (SEATS)National Examination Board inOccupational Safety and Health(NEBOSH) National Certicate inConstruction Health and SafetyNational Examination Board inOccupational Safety and Health(NEBOSH) National Certicate in theManagement of Health and Well-beingOccupational Health – Stay Well at Work Asbestos Awareness – UKATA CertiedWorking at Height – Online Course

Environmental Management Systems atSite LevelWaste Management on Site

Leadership and ManagementLevel 3/4 NVQ Diploma in ConstructionSite SupervisionStrategyConstruction ILM Level 3 Award in

Leadership and Management Practice forthe Construction and Built Environment ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership andManagement Inspiring and Coaching your ApprenticeUnderstanding and Motivating yourApprenticeUnderstanding the Role of th e WorkBased Recorder (WBR)Level 3 Award in Education and Training(QCF) Initial Assessment Level 3 Award in Education and Training(QCF)

Plant MaintenancePortable Appliance Testing (PAT)Welding TechniquesTest and InspectionTrack and Undercarriage Inspection

Loading and Movement of Trailers andMobile Towable Units

Plant OperationsSlinger/Signaller CPCS Code A40Tower Crane CPCS Code A04Endorsement A – Trolley Jib B– Lufng JibMobile Crane CPCS Code A60– All DutiesCrawler Crane CPCS Code A02Endorsement B – All DutiesPedestrian Operated Tower Crane

CPCS Code A63Crane Supervisor CPCS Code A62Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)CPCS Code A61Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36Endorsement A – Hook Management of Lifting Operations inConstructionExcavator 180° Wheeled CPCS Code A12Above 5 Tonnes (including A10– Below 5 Tonnes)Excavator 360° Tracked CPCS Code A59– Above 10 TonnesMini Excavator CPCS Code A58– Below 10 TonnesLifting with Excavators CPCS Code A59CSafe Use of Quick Hitches


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Dump Truck – Articulated Chassis CPCSCode A56 Endorsement B – All SizesForward Tipping Dumpers – WheeledCPCS Code A09Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17Endorsement C (All Sizes Excluding360° Slew)Wheeled Loading Shovel CPCS Code A21Ride On Road Roller CPCS Code A31Eco OperatorPlant and Vehicle MarshallerCPCS Code A73Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– IPAFMobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– PAL+ CardManaging and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)Managing and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)

RefresherCPCS TesterNVQ/SVQ Assessment and VericationService

Scaffolding and AccessScaffolding Supervisor (CISRS)CISRS Scaffolding Inspection TrainingScheme (SITS)CISRS Advanced Scaffolding InspectionTraining Scheme (Advanced SITS)TG20:13 Principal Changes

Tunnelling and UndergroundConstructionSprayed Concrete Lining (SC L) Trainingand Assessment Sprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) ConcreteTechnology for OperativesSprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Inspectors’CourseSprayed Concrete Lining (SC L) WaterproofMembrane AwarenessTunnel Safety Card (TSC) Training and Test Trailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised SystemsTrailer Mounted Concrete Pump/Pressurised Systems RefresherCPCS Loco Assessment CPCS Loco Training and Assessment Overhead Gantry Crane Operator

Training and Advanced Slinger/SignallerTechniquesConned Space Entry with EscapeBreathing ApparatusTunnel Entry and Emergency ProceduresSelf-contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA)Self-contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA) with Snatch RescueSupervision and Management of Work inConned SpacesAdvanced Technical Rescues fromConned Spaces

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Construction and SpecialistBuildingLevelling for ConstructionIntroduction to Setting OutIntermediate Surveying and Setting OutAdvanced Surveying and Setting Out– including GPSTemporary Works Co-ordinator

Health and SafetySite Management Safety Training Scheme(SMSTS)Site Management Safety Training Scheme(SMSTS) RefresherSite Environmental Awareness SafetyTraining Scheme (SEATS)National Examination Board inOccupational Safety and Health(NEBOSH) National Certicate inConstruction Health and SafetyNational Examination Board inOccupational Safety and Health(NEBOSH) National Certicate in theManagement of Health and Well-beingOccupational Health – Stay Well at Work Asbestos Awareness – UKATA CertiedWorking at Height – Online Course

Environmental Management Systems atSite LevelWaste Management on Site

Leadership and ManagementLevel 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction SiteManagement StrategyFairness, Inclusion and Respect: SeniorManagers and Directors in ConstructionConstruction ILM Level 3 Award inLeadership and Management PracticeConstruction ILM Level 3 Certicate inLeadership and Management PracticeILM Level 3 Award in Leadership andManagement Building Information Modelling (BIM)Inspiring and Coaching your ApprenticeUnderstanding and Motivating yourApprenticeUnderstanding the Role of t he WorkBased Recorder (WBR)

Level 3 Award in Education and Training(QCF) Initial Assessment Level 3 Award in Education and Training(QCF)

Plant MaintenancePortable Appliance Testing (PAT)Welding TechniquesTest and InspectionTrack and Undercarriage InspectionLoading and Movement of Trailers andMobile Towable Units

Plant OperationsSlinger/Signaller CPCS Code A40Tower Crane CPCS Code A04Endorsement A – Trolley Jib B– Lufng JibMobile Crane CPCS Code A60– All DutiesCrawler Crane CPCS Code A02Endorsement B – All DutiesPedestrian Operated Tower CraneCPCS Code A63Crane Supervisor CPCS Code A62Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)CPCS Code A61Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36Endorsement A – Hook Management of Lifting Operations inConstruction

Excavator 180° Wheeled CPCS CodeA12 Above 5 Tonnes (including A10– Below 5 Tonnes)Excavator 360° Tracked CPCS Code A59– Above 10 TonnesMini Excavator CPCS Code A58– Below 10 TonnesLifting with Excavators CPCS Code A59CSafe Use of Quick HitchesDump Truck – Articulated Chassis CPCSCode A56 Endorsement B – All SizesForward Tipping Dumpers – WheeledCPCS Code A09Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17Endorsement C (All Sizes Excluding360° Slew)Wheeled Loading ShovelCPCS Code A21Ride On Road Roller CPCS Code A31

Eco OperatorPlant and Vehicle MarshallerCPCS Code A73Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– IPAFMobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)

– PAL+ CardManaging and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)Managing and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)RefresherCPCS TesterNVQ/SVQ Assessment and VericationService

Scaffolding and AccessCISRS Scaffolding SupervisorCISRS Scaffolding Inspection TrainingScheme (SITS)CISRS Advanced Scaffolding InspectionTraining Scheme (Advanced SITS)TG20:13 Principal Changes

Tunnelling and UndergroundConstructionSprayed Concrete Lining (SCL) Inspectors’CourseTunnel Safety Card (TSC) Training and Test Conned Space Entry with EscapeBreathing ApparatusTunnel Entry and Emergency ProceduresSelf-contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA)Self-contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA) with Snatch RescueSupervision and Management of Work inConned SpacesAdvanced Technical Rescues fromConned Spaces


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Health and SafetyDirectors’ Role for Health and Safety

Leadership and ManagementFairness, Inclusion and Respect: SeniorManagers and Directors in Construction

Business Improvement in Construction:Understanding the Market and SellingBusiness Improvement in Construction:Finance, Costing and PricingBusiness Improvement in Construction:Business Analysis and Planning

Plant MaintenanceTest and Inspection

Plant OperationsSlinger/Signaller CPCS Code A40Tower Crane CPCS Code A04Endorsement A – Trolley Jib B – Lufng JibMobile Crane CPCS Code A60 – All DutiesCrawler Crane CPCS Code A02Endorsement B – All DutiesPedestrian Operated Tower CraneCPCS Code A63Crane Supervisor CPCS Code A62Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)CPCS Code A61Lorry Loader CPCS Code A36Endorsement A – Hook Management of Lifting Operations in

ConstructionExcavator 180° Wheeled CPCS Code A12Above 5 Tonnes (including A10– Below 5 Tonnes)Excavator 360° Tracked CPCS Code A59– Above 10 Tonnes

Mini Excavator CPCS Code A58– Below 10 TonnesLifting with Excavators CPCS Code A59CSafe Use of Quick HitchesDump Truck – Articulated Chassis CPCSCode A56 Endorsement B – All sizes

Forward Tipping Dumpers – WheeledCPCS Code A09Telescopic Handler CPCS Code A17Endorsement C (All Sizes Excluding360° Slew)Wheeled Loading Shovel CPCS Code A21Ride On Road Roller CPCS Code A31Eco OperatorPlant and Vehicle MarshallerCPCS Code A73Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– IPAFMobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)– PAL+ CardManaging and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)Managing and Co-ordinating Plant (MCP)RefresherCPCS TesterNVQ/SVQ Assessment and VericationService

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National Construction College Apprentice Awards

The National Construction College is proud to be recognised as the leadingtraining provider for specialist construction.

It continues to be the largest training provider of its kind in Europe – supporting

over 26,000 individuals every year including over 700 apprentices, and enjoyingachievement rates well above the national average.

Each year, at our annual Apprentice Awards ceremonies, we celebrate the successof those apprentices who have achieved an outstanding performance in theirstudies and have demonstrated a real commitment to kick-starting their successfulcareers in the construction sector.

It is these outstanding individuals who join our highly experienced members ofstaff in making the National Construction College such a fantastic place, both tolearn and work, each and every day.


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Apprentices represent the future, both forindividual companies and for the constructionindustry as a whole. There is no better wayto bring in the skills that help secure new

contracts for your business. The NationalConstruction College is working hard toprovide the highest standard of training forapprentices. In 2012/2013 CITB ManagingAgency Apprenticeships were awarded anOfsted rating of ‘Outstanding’.

Courses may be available at:• NCC East – King’s Lynn• NCC Midlands – Birmingham• NCC Waltham Forest – London

• NCC Scotland – Inchinnan• NCC South – Erith• TUCA – Ilford• British Gypsum Academies – South London,

East Midlands and Northern England.

Before applying to theNational Construction CollegeIf you make an Apprenticeship application to the Skills Funding Agency,please be aware that only applicants aged between 16-18 who have notbeen placed on a training scheme before can be gu aranteed full fundingfor their Apprenticeship.Employers must be aware that if the application is for those aged 16-18who have had training before, or for those aged over 18, they may have tomake a nancial contribution towards the Apprenticeship.


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Civil Engineering Technician NCC East

Construction Team Leader NCC East

Formwork NCC East

Steelxing NCC East

General Construction Operatives NCC Waltham Forest NCC East NCC Midlands NCC Scotland

Highways Maintenance NCC Midlands NCC Scotland

Interior Systems – SuspendedCeiling Fixing, Partition Fixing andDrylining British Gypsum Academies NCC East

Built Up Felt Roong (Bituminous) NCC Midlands NCC Scotland

Roof Sheeting and Cladding NCC Scotland

Roof Slating and Tiling NCC South

Plant Maintenance NCC East NCC Scotland

Plant Operation – CivilEngineering Plant andConstruction Plant NCC East

Crane Operation NCC East

Demolition Plant Operation NCC East

Access Apprenticeship courses NCC Midlands

NCC East NCC South NCC Scotland

Tunnel Operative TUCA, Ilford

Tunnelling Construction Operative TUCA, Ilford

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This course has been designed in close consultation withindustry and aims to prepare apprentices to become responsibleand skilled workers within civil engineering.A civil engineering technician’s key role is to be the linkbetween engineers, the management team and operatives ona construction site. The Apprenticeship will provide the skillsneeded in the role for setting out, quality control and checkingand reporting on progress.

Course programmeLevel 2 Functional Skills• Mathematics• English.

An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness

• Mobile towers• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling.

Practical training• Safe working practices in construction• Managing excavation, plant and piling• Laying domestic and large diameter drainage• Levelling and setting out• Mathematics for civil engineers• Carrying out pre-pour inspection and testing of concrete• The planning and design process and environmental

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• Computer Assisted Design (CAD)• Project management • Surveying• Sustainable construction• Science and materials.

Entry requirementsMinimum of four GCSEs at grades A*-C or equivalent (toinclude Maths, a science subject and English). Depending onan employer’s requirements, candidates may be required tocomplete a Skills Learning Exercise and to attend t he college tocomplete a Maths test.

Assessment and trainingThis is a c ombination of classroom-based theory andworkshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part ingroup tutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progressreviews. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and

NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical test • An assessment (BTEC Level 3 Extended Version) delivered via

a test at the end of each unit

• Online multiple choice assessment test.Qualications/certication• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built

Environment • Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting

Operations• Level 2 Functional Skills• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as we need to conrm somedetails of the Apprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made an application – they can visit

citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligiblefor funding.

Further trainingThis course can lead to further career advancement in design,nance, sales and management within construction. Furtherqualications include a Foundation Degree, a Higher NationalDiploma (HND) or a Civil Engineering Degree.

Civil Engineering Technician Duration Up to a 32 month programmeincorporating 32 weeksoff-the-job training at theNational ConstructionCollege for the BTEC NationalExtended Diploma.

Periods between collegetraining are spent on site withthe apprentice’s employerdeveloping skills andexperience, whilst producingevidence for completing theNVQ/SVQ qualication.

Grant Up to £10,250

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This course has been developed witha major construction employer forapprentices with their sights on becoming

the construction managers of the future.From the start you will work alongsideexperienced site and project managerslearning the skills required to progressin this fast paced and challengingenvironment.Duties will include working on aconstruction site assisting managers andcarrying out assigned work for healthand safety, working relationships, sitemeetings and the progress and outcomesof site tasks. At college you will learn amix of leadership and construction trade

skills that will support you in the role.Course programme• Functional skills• Mathematics• English.

An induction programme• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness.

Construction DiplomaThis course includes apprentice trainingin Construction Technology. This providesapprentices with a wider base of bothskills and knowledge of the constructionindustry and will include training in:• Surveying and setting out • Concrete pour testing• Leadership and management skills• Interior systems• Building partitioning• Setting up and protecting the work area

• Health and safety site practice• Groundworks• Formwork and steel xing.

Entry requirementsDepending on an employer’s requirements, candidates may be required to completea Skills Learning Exercise, and some willneed to attend the college for further tests.

Assessment and trainingThis is a combination of classroom-basedtheory and workshop-based practicals.The apprentice will take part in individualtutorials as necessary and there will beperiodic progress reviews. Assessmentwill take place via:

• Written and practical assessments(mapped to Diploma and NVQ/SVQDiploma competence levels)

• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical test • An assessment (delivered via a test at

the end of each unit)• Online multiple choice assessment test

at the end of the training course.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in

Construction Team Leading• Level 2 NVQ Extended Certi cate in

Team Leading• Level 1 Functional Skills x 2• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-addedqualications in health and safety, alongwith other industry-specic subjects.

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as weneed to conrm some details of theApprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made anapplication – they can visitcitb.co.uk/apprenticeships tomake sure they are eligible for funding.

Further trainingFollowing this Level 2 Apprenticeship,you have opportunities to develop furtherin the role by undertaking our Level 3BTEC progression Apprenticeship for sitesupervision. This course opens the doorfor you to move into higher educationwhilst working in the construction sector.

Construction Team LeaderIntermediate Level Apprenticeship in Team Leading(Construction)

Duration 18-24 months


Construction Supervisor Level 3Construction ContractingOperations Level 3Having completed a Level 2 ConstructionApprenticeship and wishing to progressinto a more technical or supervisory rolein the construction industry, this courseprovides you with the knowledge andskills to develop in the role as a site orproject manager. The Apprenticeship hasbeen designed with major construction

employers to provide an alternativeroute into management where you willmanage projects often mentored by anexperienced site manager. Apprenticestaking this course will generally have theirsights set on achieving a higher educationqualication such as HNC, HND,Foundation Degree or a BA Honours.


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This course has been designed in close consultation with industryto provide a sound working knowledge of a wide variety of skillsthat will prepare the apprentices to work competently on site.Formwork is an essential component of the reinforced concreteconstruction process. It is the term given to either temporary orpermanent moulds into which concrete or similar materials arepoured to form the elements required to complete a structure.

This Apprenticeship will provide the necessary skills to fabricate,set out and erect formwork structures using a rang e of materialsand proprietary systems in the construction site environment.

Course programmeFunctional skills• Mathematics• English.

An induction programme• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling• Safe use of small tools and equipment.

Practical training• Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings• Principles of setting out • Fabricate and repair – wooden and system formwork • Erect and strike – wooden and system formwork • Erect and strike – crane handled formwork• Concrete (mixes, volumes and placing)• Slinger/signaller• MEWPs

• Harness training• Leading edge.

Construction DiplomaThis course includes apprentice training in ConstructionTechnology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of bothskills and knowledge of the construction industry and will includetraining in:• Interpreting information• Estimating resources

• Basic building methods• Building elements• Building materials.

Entry requirementsDepending on an employer’s requirements, candidates may berequired to complete a Skills Learning Exercise, and some willneed to attend the college for further tests.

Assessment and trainingThis is a c ombination of classroom-based theory andworkshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part inindividual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodicprogress reviews. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and

NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical test• An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit)• Online multiple choice assessment test at the end of the

training course.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Formwork • Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Formwork Occupations• Level 1 Functional Skills• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as we need to conrm somedetails of the Apprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made an application – they can visitcitb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligible

for funding.Further trainingThis course can lead to further career advancement in design,nance, sales and management within the formwork sector.Further qualications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma inFormwork and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision.

Formwork Duration Up to a 24 month programmeincorporating 20 weeks ofoff-the-job training at theNational Construction College.Periods between collegetraining are spent on site withthe apprentice’s employerdeveloping skills andexperience, whilst producingevidence for completing theNVQ/SVQ qualication.



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This course has been designed in close consultation withindustry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide varietyof skills that will prepare the apprentices to work competently onsite. Reinforced steel is an essential component of the reinforcedconcrete construction process. Steelxing is the term given tothe construction of steel cages that are embedded within theconcrete to give it structural strength. This Apprenticeship trade

is generally associated with civil engineering i.e. the constructionof roads, bridges, power stations etc.


An induction programme• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling• Safe use of small tools and equipment.Practical training• Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings• Principles of setting out • Types of ties and their application - Interpretation of 3D drawings - In-situ and pre-cast applications - Bar cutting and bending• Appreciation of slinger/signaller• Appreciation of Mobile Elevating Working Platforms (MEWPs)• Appreciation of harness training• Appreciation of leading edge.

Construction DiplomaThis course includes apprentice training in ConstructionTechnology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of bothskills and knowledge of the construction industry and will includetraining in:• Interpreting information• Estimating resources• Basic building methods

• Building elements• Building materials.


Assessment and trainingThis is a c ombination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individualtutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progressreviews. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and

NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical test • An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit)• Online multiple choice assessment test at the end of the

training course.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Steel xing• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Steel xing Occupations• Level 1 Functional Skills• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.

Apply now Please call 0344 994 4020 as we need to conrm somedetails of the Apprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made an application – they can visitcitb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligiblefor funding.

Further trainingThis course can lead to further career advancement in design,nance, sales and management within the civil engineeringsector. Further qualications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQDiploma in Site Supervision.

SteelxingDuration Up to two year trainingprogramme incorporating 13weeks of off-the-job trainingat the National ConstructionCollege. Periods betweencollege training are spenton site with the apprentice’semployer developing skills andexperience, whilst producingevidence for completing theNVQ qualication.



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This course has been designed in consultation with industry toprepare apprentices to become skilled workers in this specialisedeld. It provides individuals with the skills to build, maintain andrepair public highways and footpaths.

Course programmeFunctional skills• Mathematics• English• Communication.

An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling• Safe use of small plant.

Practical training

• Establishing work area protection• Segregation of highway works• Locating and protecting utilities in the highway• Excavations• Reinstatement of highways.

Construction DiplomaThis course includes apprentice training in ConstructionTechnology. This area of tra ining aims t o provide apprentices witha wider base of both skills and knowledge of the constructionindustry and will include training in:• Interpreting information• Estimating resources


Entry requirementsDepending on an employer’s requirements, candidates may berequired to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some willneed to attend the college for further tests.


NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)

• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical challenge• Online multiple choice assessment test.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Highway Maintenance• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction• Level 1 Functional Skills• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as we need to conrm some

details of the Apprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made an application – they can visitcitb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligiblefor funding.

Further trainingThis course can lead to further career advancement in design,nance, sales and management within construction. Furtherqualications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in SiteSupervision.

Highways MaintenanceDuration Up to two year trainingprogramme incorporating 16weeks at college*.The remainder of the time isspent with the employer onsite, gaining experience, withassessment for the NVQ/SVQDiploma carried out by theNational Construction College.Please contact us for furtherdetails.

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This course has been designed in close consultation with theinterior systems sector to provide a sound working knowledge ofa wide variety of industry ski lls that will prepare apprentices forfurther career progression and to work competently on site.


An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Manual handling• Mobile towers.

Practical training• Hand and power tools

• Interpreting information• Principles of setting out • Suspended ceiling systems• Cavity barriers• Demountable partitions• Drylining partition systems• Drylining and encasements• Drylining nishing• Raised access ooring.

Entry requirementsDepending on an employer’s requirements, candidates may berequired to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some will

need to attend the college for further tests. Assessment and trainingThis is a combination of classroom-based theory andworkshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part inindividual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodicprogress reviews.

Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and

NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)• Site visits (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical test • An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of each unit)• Online multiple choice assessment test.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Drylining• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Interior Systems – Drylining• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Interior Systems

(Ceiling Fixing/Relocatable Partitions)• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Interior Systems

(Ceiling Fixing/Relocatable Partitions)• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as we need to conrm somedetails of the Apprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made an application – they can visitcitb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligiblefor funding.

Further trainingThis course can lead to further career advancement in design,nance, sales and management within the interior systemssector. Further qualications include the Level 3NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operationsand the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Site Supervision.

Interior Systems – Suspended Ceiling Fixing,Partition Fixing and Drylining

Duration This course is covered over atwo year period with 17 weeksat the National ConstructionCollege.*The remainder of the time isspent with the employer onsite, gaining experience, withassessment for the NVQ/SVQDiploma carried out by theNational Construction College.Please contact us for furtherdetails.*Duration may vary by nation.



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This course has been designed in close consultation with theroong industry. It provides training and assessment in bitumen,roong felts, surfacing and insulation materials, tools andequipment, regulations and standards, together with the practicaland theoretical knowledge required to achieve the Built-up FeltRoong framework. This provides apprentices with the skills theyneed to excel in this specialist trade.


An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Fire ghting• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling.

Practical training• Carrying out safe working practices in construction• Information, quantities and communicating with others• Building methods and construction technology• Applying built-up bituminous roo ng• Preparing decking for built-up bituminous roo ng• Repairing and maintaining built-up bituminous roo ng• Preparing background surfaces• Preparing materials and components• Storing resources ready for use

• Providing setting out for applied waterproof membranes• Repairing surface defects• Applying materials to the structural fabric• Roll and pour techniques• Torch-on techniques• Establishing the suitability of the work area and access

equipment • Contributing to ef cient working practices• Abrasive wheels.


Assessment and trainingThis is a c ombination of classroom-based theory andworkshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in

individual tutorials as necessary and there will be periodicprogress reviews. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and

NVQ/SVQ Diploma competence levels)• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical challenge• An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course)• Online multiple choice assessment test.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Built-up Felt Roo ng• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Applied Waterproof Membranes

(Built-up Felt Roong)

• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry specic subjects.


Further trainingThis course can lead to further career advancement in design,nance, sales and management within construction.Further qualications include the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma inConstruction Contracting Operations, and the Level 3 NVQ/SVQDiploma in Site Supervision.

Built-up Felt RoongDuration This course is covered over atwo year period with 23 weeksat the National ConstructionCollege.*The remainder of the time isspent with the employer onsite, gaining experience, withassessment for the NVQ/SVQDiploma carried out by theNational Construction College.Please contact us for furtherdetails.*Duration may vary by nation.



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This course has been designed in close consultation with theroong industry and provides training and assessment in singleand double skin, as well as factory-assembled composite systemsthat include ashings, fasteners and xings. Apprentices learn,via practical and theoretical approaches, how to cut, shape andx materials, including metal, plastic and cement panels to createwalls and roofs.



Practical training• Carrying out safe working practices in construction• Selecting the quantity and quality of resources for construction

operations• Preparing roof sheeting, cladding materials and components

for installation• Applying roof sheeting and cladding to the structural fabric• Installing rainwater goods• Providing setting out for roof sheeting and cladding• Storing resources ready for use• Knowledge of building methods and construction technology.


Assessment and trainingThis is a c ombination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in i ndividualtutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progressreviews. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and


• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical challenge• An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course)• Online multiple choice assessment test.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Sheeting and Cladding• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.



Roof Sheeting and Cladding Duration This course is covered over atwo year period with 23 weeksat the National ConstructionCollege.*The remainder of the time isspent with the employer onsite, gaining experience, withassessment for the NVQ/SVQDiploma carried out by theNational Construction College.Please contact us for furtherdetails.*Duration may vary by nation.



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Duration This course is covered over atwo year period with 22 weeksat the National ConstructionCollege.Periods between collegetraining are spent on site withthe apprentice’s employer,developing work-based skillsand knowledge.


This course has been designed in close consultation with theroong industry and provides training and assessment in plaintiles, interlocking tiles and cement bre slates to cover valleys,hips and general areas, together with the practical and theoreticalknowledge to achieve the Roof Slating and Tiling framework.

Course programmeFunctional skills

• Mathematics• English• Communication.


Practical training• Carrying out safe working practices in construction• Information, quantities and communicating with others• Building methods and construction technology• Installing single-lap roof coverings to a variable gauge• Installing plain tile roof coverings• Installing regular sized natural roof slates to standard details• Stripping and reclaiming pitched roof coverings• Installing roo ng backgrounds and components• Installing pre-formed weathering ashings to roofs.

Entry requirementsDepending on an employer’s requirements, candidates may be

required to complete a Skills Learning exercise, and some willneed to attend the college for further tests.

Assessment and trainingThis is a c ombination of classroom-based theory and workshop-based practicals. The apprentice will take part in individualtutorials as necessary and there will be periodic progressreviews. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (mapped to Diploma and


• A site visit (via an assessor)• A synoptic practical challenge• An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course)• Online multiple choice assessment test.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Slating and Tiling• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roo ng Occupations• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.



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This Plant Maintenance course has been designed in closeconsultation with the plant industry and aims to give apprenticesa wide range of engineering knowledge and understandingbeyond that required to achieve a n NVQ/SVQ qualication. Itcovers subjects from bench tting and basic engineering skills tothe latest technological advancements in electro-hydraulics andcomputerised control systems.


An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Manual handling.

Practical trainingAll of the Plant Maintenance Apprenticeship courses follow aproven format, covering basic engineering subjects common toall plant maintenance disciplines. Further specic training andequipment is utilised as relevant to the role the apprentice willfollow within the company.

Subjects common to all disciplines:• Bench tting/engineering skills/technical drawing• Materials and measurements• Servicing techniques and procedures• Basic electrics• Braking systems• Lifting equipment and procedures• Fuels/lubricants/consumables• Welding/brazing/soldering• CI and SI power units and associated systems• IT/communication skills• Multi-cylinder power units• Transmissions• Hydraulics• Air brake systems• Steering and suspension systems• Tracks/wheels/tyres

• Auxiliary plant • Compressors, air tools and pneumatics• Electro-hydraulics• Basic electronics• Engine management/computerised control• Testing and diagnostic procedures• Functional and operating procedures• AC electrical systems• Electrical safety testing (PAT).

Entry requirementsThe recommended entry qualications are four GCSEs at grade Dor higher.



• A site visit (via an assessor)• An assessment (delivered via a test at the end of the course)• Online multiple choice assessment test.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Plant Maintenance• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.


Further trainingFurther qualications include the Advanced Apprenticeshipin Plant Maintenance, the Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in PlantMaintenance and the Level 2 Functional Skills Advancedcerticate.

Plant Maintenance Duration Year 116 week duration in fourblocks

Year 29 week duration in threeblocks

Year 37 weeks at the NationalConstruction College for thoseeligible to progress to Level 3.Total – 32 weeks.Periods between collegetraining are spent on site withthe apprentice’s employer,developing work-based skillsand knowledge.



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This course sets out to produce plantoperators trained to operate a specicrange of machines. During their trainingat the college, apprentices gain a goodunderstanding of the activities, techniquesand procedures relating to plantoperations including training in servicingand basic maintenance.


An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• Health and safety• Drug and alcohol awareness.

Practical training for CivilEngineering Plant • Crawler tractor• 360° excavator• Dump truck • Wheeled loading shovel.Training covers a selection of thefollowing as appropriate to theapprentice’s chosen trade:• Operating specialised plant

and machinery to performancerequirements, including:

- lifting and transferring plant - extracting and excavating plant - construction and formation plant • Transporting and discharging bulk

material loads• Extracting and excavating materials• Lifting, transferring and positioning

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• Distributing, layering and consolidatingmaterials.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations

(Civil Engineering)*• Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations• Construction Plant Competence

Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained OperatorCard

• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.

Practical training for ConstructionPlant • 180° digger loader• 360° excavator below 10T• Forward tipping dumper• Telescopic handler.Training covers a selection of thefollowing as appropriate to theapprentice’s chosen trade:• Operating specialised plant

and machinery to performancerequirements, including:- lifting and transferring plant

- extracting and excavating plant - construction and formation plant • Transporting and discharging bulk

material loads

• Extracting and excavating materials• Lifting, transferring and positioning

loads• Distributing, layering and consolidating

materials.

Qualications/certication• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations

(Construction)*

• Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations• Construction Plant Competence

Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained OperatorCard

• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights.*The college assessment team will trackapprentices on site for the rst categoryof plant as selected by the employer forconversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the fullCPCS Blue Competent Operator Card.

Entry requirementsDepending on a n employer’srequirements, candidates may berequired to complete a Skills Learningexercise, and some will need to attendthe college for further tests.

Assessment and trainingThis is a combination of classroom-basedtheory and practical training. Assessmentswill take place via:• Theory and practical assessments• A site visit (via an assessor).

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as weneed to conrm some details of theApprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made anapplication – they can visit

citb.co.uk/apprenticeships to makesure they are eligible for funding.

Further trainingAssessment for additional NVQ/SVQcategories is available through theNational Construction College – detailswill be provided during attendance atcollege.

Plant Operation – Civil Engineering Plantand Construction Plant

Duration Year 112 weeks’ training plus testing.

Year 2Employer-based workexperience with assessmentfor the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ inPlant Operations, carried outby the National ConstructionCollege.



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This course has been designed in close consultation with thecrane industry and sets out to produce crane operators trainedto operate a specic range of machines. They are also taughtthe duties and responsibilities of an ‘appointed person’, howto conduct risk assessments and how to produce methodstatements. During training, apprentices learn how to safely andefciently operate a variety of cranes in addition to learning basicmaintenance and checks.



Practical training – any four of the following:• Crawler crane• Tower crane• Truck-mounted crane• Lorry loader• Telescopic handler• Slinger/signaller• Crane erection.


Assessment and trainingThis is a combination of classroom-based theory and practicaltraining. Assessments will take place via:• Theory and practical assessments• A site visit (via an assessor).

Qualications/certication• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)*• Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations• Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained

Operator Card• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.*The college assessment team will track apprentices on sitefor the rst category of plant as selected by the employer forconversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue CompetentOperator Card.


Further trainingAssessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is availablethrough the National Construction College – details will beprovided during attendance at college.

Crane Operation Duration Year 112 weeks’ training plus testing. Year 2Employer-based workexperience with assessmentfor the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ inPlant Operations, carried outby the National ConstructionCollege.



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This course has been designed in close consultation withthe demolition industry. It sets out to offer demolition plantoperatives an appreciation of all aspects of demolition.



Practical training• Safety awareness as a demolition speci cation• Introduction to the industry• Hand tools• Pneumatic tools• Safety and maintenance – small plant and tools

• Oxy-Acetylene/propane cutting• Abrasive wheels• Working at height – harnesses• Scaffolding – practical and appreciation• Fencing and temporary guarding• Telescopic handler• Con ned spaces• Slinger/signaller• Forward tipping dumper• Mobile Elevating Working Platforms (MEWPs) – scissor and

boom• Dump truck

• 360º hydraulic excavator• Skid steer loader• Wheeled loading shovel• Attachments.


Assessment and trainingThis is a combination of classroom-based theory and practicaltraining. Assessments will take place via:• Theory and practical assessments• A site visit (via an assessor).

Qualications/certication• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ in Plant Operations (Construction)*• Level 2 Diploma in Plant Operations• Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Trained

Operator Card• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.*The college assessment team will track apprentices on sitefor the rst category of plant as selected by the employer forconversion to the NVQ/SVQ and the full CPCS Blue CompetentOperator Card.

Apply nowPlease call 0344 994 4020 as we need to conrm some

details of the Apprenticeship with you.If your apprentice has not made an application – they can visitcitb.co.uk/apprenticeships to make sure they are eligiblefor funding.

Further trainingAssessment for additional NVQ/SVQ categories is availablethrough the National Construction College – details will beprovided during attendance at college.

Demolition Plant OperationDuration Year 112 weeks’ training plus testing. Year 2Employer-based workexperience with assessmentfor the Level 2 NVQ/SVQ inPlant Operations, carried outby the National ConstructionCollege.



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Lightning Conductor EngineeringQualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Lightning Conductor

Engineering• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Accessing and Rigging

Occupations – Lightning Conductor Engineer

• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.


ScaffoldingQualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Scaffolding

• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Accessing and RiggingOccupations – Scaffolding• The Construction Industry Scaffolders’ Record Scheme (CISRS)

Scaffolders’ Registration Card• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.


SteeplejackingQualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Steeplejacking• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Accessing and Rigging

Occupations – Steeplejacking• Level 1 Functional Skills

• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.They may also gain value-added qualications in health andsafety, along with other industry-specic subjects.


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This course has been designed in close consultation withindustry to provide a sound working knowledge of a widevariety of skills that will prepare the apprentices to workcompetently on site.Tunnel operatives are the specialist workers found withinthe tunnel and underground construction environment. ThisApprenticeship will provide the necessary skills to become atunnel operative in the tunnelling and underground constructionindustry.


An induction programme• Employment responsibilities and rights• CSCS training and the CITB Health, safety and environment

(HS&E) test • Drug and alcohol awareness

• Mobile towers• Fire ghting• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling (certi ed)• Safe use of plant and tools.

Practical training• Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings• Working in a tunnel/construction environment • Tunnel t out • Construction tunnels• Slinger/signaller.

Construction DiplomaThis course includes apprentice training in ConstructionTechnology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of bothskills and knowledge of the construction industry and will includetraining in:• Interpreting information• Estimating resources



Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Tunnel Operations• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Tunnel Operations• Level 1 Essential Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights

• CSCS Card• Tunnel Safety Card (TSC).


Tunnel OperativeDuration 18 months in length – 16weeks in training.The full delivery plan anddates will be conrmed uponenrolment.



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This course has been designed in close consultation withindustry to provide a sound working knowledge of a widevariety of skills that will prepare the apprentices to workcompetently on site.General operatives are the workers found within the constructionenvironment who carry out various tasks such as laying largeand small ducts and pipes, placing concrete to the correctlevel, moving, handling and storing materials and assistingtradespeople as necessary. This will provide the necessaryskills to become a construction operative in the tunnelling andunderground construction industry.

Course programme• Functional skills• Mathematics• English• Communication.


(HS&E) test • Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Manual handling (certi ed)• Abrasive wheels (certi ed)• Safe use of plant and tools• Kerb laying.

Practical training• Working in a tunnel/construction environment • Levelling and setting out • Knowledge of formwork including steel xing, concrete placing,

compacting and nishes.

Construction DiplomaThis course includes apprentice training in ConstructionTechnology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of bothskills and knowledge of the construction industry and will includetraining in:• Interpreting information• Estimating resources• Basic building methods• Building elements• Building materials.


Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Construction Operations• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Construction Operations

• Level 1 Essential Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights• CSCS card.


Tunnelling Construction Operative Duration 18 months in length – 16weeks in training.The full delivery plan anddates will be conrmed uponenrolment.



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This course has been designed in close consultation withindustry to provide a sound working knowledge of a wide varietyof skills that will prepare the apprentices to work competently onsite.Sprayed concrete is an essential component of the moderntunnel construction process. Sprayed concrete is, as its namesuggests, applied by high pressure spraying equipment andforms the lining of the tunnel. This Apprenticeship will providethe necessary skills to become a sprayed concrete operative inthe tunnelling and underground construction industry.

Course programme• Functional skills• Mathematics• English• Communication.


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• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Fire ghting• Safe use of ladders• Manual handling (certi ed)• Safe use of plant and tools.

Practical training• Interpreting diagrams and technical drawings• Mixing and batching concrete• Operating and maintaining sprayed concrete equipment • Spraying concrete in a tunnel• Slinger/signaller

• Concrete (mixes, volumes and placing).

Construction DiplomaThe course includes apprentice training in ConstructionTechnology. This provides apprentices with a wider base of bothskills and knowledge of the construction industry and will includetraining in:• Interpreting information• Estimating resources



Qualications/certication• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Sprayed Concrete• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Sprayed Concrete• Level 1 Essential Skills• Employment Responsibilities and Rights

• CSCS card• Tunnel Safety Card (TSC).


Sprayed Concrete LiningDuration 18 months in length – 16weeks in training.The full delivery plan anddates will be conrmed uponenrolment.



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