The CSCS Trainee card will soon become available to those holding certain occupation related non-competence qualifications to help ensure new entrants start their careers on a training pathway that leads to a recognised qualification and a skilled CSCS card.
From February 1st, 2025, individuals who have attained an approved Level 2 (or above) occupation related non-competence qualification will be eligible, with the initial card valid for two years.
Upon the card’s expiration, the card holder can gain a new three-year Trainee card by providing evidence they are registered onto an N/SVQ or an agreed alternative. Registration onto the qualification will be verified with the relevant awarding body prior to card renewal.
The five-year trainee card remains available to those that have registered to complete a construction related qualification such as the NVQ or SVQ and remains a recognised route to competence for construction occupations.
Examples of occupational related non-competence qualifications that can be accepted for the Trainee card is available via the official CSCS website along with the criteria qualifications must meet to be eligible for the Trainee card.
This significant change is designed to provide a simplified route into the industry for new entrants with prior training and help address the ongoing skills shortage.
The changes also support the direction of travel emerging from the Building Safety Act. The Act is challenging how all in the construction industry must operate, with anyone undertaking a construction role now under a legal duty to ensure they are competent for their role.
For a list of FAQs relating to these changes, visit the CSCS Trainee card homepage.
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