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Discover the opportunities a career in construction can offer through practical training and skills development

The construction sector has a vital role to play in designing, installing, and implementing environmentally responsible buildings and infrastructure. As the industry continues to evolve with new technologies, materials, and techniques, continuous learning and upskilling are necessary to stay up to speed with the latest industry developments and to help meet government targets for lower carbon emissions.

To ensure that our qualifications, programmes and skills solutions meet industry needs, we work with employers and industry experts to align our qualifications to industry standards. With recognition from the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) and level 2 and 3 apprenticeship programmes across the UK, learners will be well-positioned for a rewarding career.

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Get ready for construction

ready for construction digital badge for sectorAccording to the latest Construction Skills Network (CSN) report, an extra 225,000 construction workers may be needed by 2027. The report provides insights into the UK construction economy and the key sectors in demand of labour; private housing, Infrastructure, and repair and maintenance.

To meet this growing demand, our 'Get ready for Construction' digital courses are helping learners to explore and enter a new industry.

Get ready for a career in construction


The future of the skills landscape is changing

The skills landscape is changing rapidly, as the government sets out net-zero targets and reforms to post-16 qualifications in England to support the move into skilled jobs. Providers, employers and learners who can adapt to these changes will be well-positioned to succeed.

construction a sustainable future thumbnailThe construction sector is expected to grow rapidly, with this introduces the need for skilled professionals with knowledge of energy-efficient building design and construction methods to create buildings that are environmentally responsible, resource-efficient, and designed to have a minimal negative impact on the planet.

To learn more about the exciting opportunities in the sector, from insulating and building treatments to retrofitting visit our Green Skills and Sustainability page.

Discover our sustainable qualifications

qualification reforms to post 16 qualifications section imageThe post-16 qualification landscape is changing in England. The DfE changes aim to more effectively support people to directly move onto high-skilled jobs, or through progression into good quality higher education courses. To learn more about these changes and the support available visit the Qualification reform in England.

You'll find key resources on:
  • how these changes may affect curriculum planning
  • types of qualifications to be funded
  • downloadable sector overviews

Explore the qualifications reforms

construction digital credentialDigital credentials offer an opportunity to share new skills and accomplishments online with peers, potential employers, and customers. Data-rich and secure Digital credentials are shaping the way we showcase skills on social media platforms like LinkedIn and business websites. Collect, share, and showcase training and skills development with Digital credentials.

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Our latest case study...

We are always keen to share the positive impact our customers make to drive skills development. Take a look at our latest case study from BuildSkill.

BuildSkill, making a positive impact through skills development

Buildskill imageDiscover how BuildSkill, a leading training provider, is addressing the evolving landscape of the construction industry with City & Guilds Level 2 Retrofit qualifications. As we dive into this case study, we learn how BuildSkill uses years of bricklaying training experience to prepare learners for a successful career in the construction industry.

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Meet the City & Guilds customer support teams

Our dedicated customer support teams are on hand to guide providers, employers, and learners at every stage of training. Learn more about our teams and discover how we can support you to maximise your success.

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Get training for the plant sector of the construction industries

Intertrain offers Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) training courses recognised by construction trade employers nationwide.

Find out more about what Intertrain, a City & Guilds Business, has to offer.

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Funding training through Gen2 Skills Bootcamp

Skills Bootcamps are funded, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks for adults aged 19 or over that provide an opportunity to build up valuable sector-specific skills based on local employer demand and to offer a direct path to a job on completion.

Find out more about what Gen2, a City & Guilds Business, has to offer.

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Level up with leadership and management skills

As you progress in your career, having the skills, knowledge and behaviours to lead and manage teams and projects is paramount to organisational success. ILM offers leadership and management programmes ranging from levels 2 to 3, to develop the skills needed for team leaders, supervisors, junior managers, senior managers and leadership roles.

Find out more about what ILM has to offer.

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